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Event:
TWGC 17 (135lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jul 02, 2017 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Titan Rain and Zach Makovsky. Chooooooooon! I think Rain might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to For Heavy Metal we will die!. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Titan Rain! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Zach Makovsky!
The judges for this bout are Yukihiro Shimada, Shigeki Sano and Taro Takaoka.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Rain shoots in looking for a takedown but Makovsky manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Rain's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Makovsky with the counter takedown but Rain avoids it easily.
Rain looks for a takedown but Makovsky sprawls well.
Makovsky is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Rain's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rain (0) vs (2) Makovsky
Makovsky is trying to control the action in half guard but Rain is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Rain is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Rain wants to control but Makovsky is keeping busy.
Rain's coaches at Heavy Metal have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain is defending against the submission attempts here by Makovsky.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rain is looking for a sweep. Makovsky is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Makovsky is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Makovsky slows the pace down in half guard.
Makovsky seems to be working for a kimura but Rain defends the submission attempt.
Rain is looking for a sweep. Makovsky is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Makovsky is looking to take a break and control but Rain is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rain tries to roll over but Makovsky keeps him under control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rain looking for submissions off his back.
Rain moves into full guard.
Makovsky stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rain swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rain had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Makovsky defends it easily.
Makovsky stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rain swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rain is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Makovsky sitting in guard here, content to control.
Makovsky tries to free his leg and advance position but Rain is retaining full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Rain keeping moving, preventing Makovsky from controlling successfully.
Makovsky pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rain is keeping the position for now.
Makovsky postures up.
Makovsky pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rain is keeping the position for now.
Makovsky controls from within his opponent's guard.
Makovsky won't allow Rain to sweep him here.
Makovsky has gone for a leg lock! Rain slips out almost immediately though and dives into Makovsky's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rain (2) vs (2) Makovsky
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Makovsky is controlling Rain's posture.
Rain trying to control the position from guard on top but Makovsky is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rain trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Makovsky is trying to control the position but Rain postures up.
Rain works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Makovsky desperately trying to maintain half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Makovsky is trying to control but Rain passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Rain (5) vs (2) Makovsky
Rain is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Makovsky has escaped the position, nice work there.
Makovsky is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Makovsky can't do much from the bottom here.
Makovsky felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Rain trying to control the position but Makovsky is working away.
Rain wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Makovsky, who protects the arm well.
Rain is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Makovsky knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Makovsky is trying to improve his position.
Rain wants to lay and pray for a moment but Makovsky keeps working.
Makovsky wants to control but Rain postures up.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Makovsky stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Rain tries for a kimura but Makovsky is defending well.
Rain wants to lay and pray for a moment but Makovsky keeps working.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Rain thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Rain is looking to take a break and control but Makovsky is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rain goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Makovsky has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Rain but great work by Makovsky. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rain (5) vs (6) Makovsky
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Makovsky is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Rain is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Makovsky swings around for an armbar but Rain sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Makovsky's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rain (7) vs (6) Makovsky
Rain trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rain looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Makovsky is trying to keep Rain in close.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Rain passes Makovsky's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Rain stalling away here and it's allowed Makovsky to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Rain trying to control the position from guard on top but Makovsky is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Makovsky is trying to control the position but Rain postures up.
Rain looking to pass the guard.
Makovsky looking to control.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Rain sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Makovsky's guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Makovsky is pressing down on Rain's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rain tries to free his leg and advance position but Makovsky is retaining full guard.
Rain drops back, looking for a kneebar! Makovsky looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Makovsky looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Makovsky! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rain (7) vs (10) Makovsky
And that's the end of the fight!
Makovsky wins on points by 10 to 7.
After the fight, Zach Makovsky was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
CEC 510
Date: Apr 12, 2017 |
#R1#
Preston blocks a leg kick.
Preston throws a head kick that misses.
Preston connects with an inside leg kick.
Nice jab there from Rain.
Rain closes the distance and clinches up with Preston, looking for a takedown. Rain pushes Preston against the cage but Preston circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Preston scores with a decent looking hook.
Rain changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Preston tries to avoid it but Rain manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Preston to the ground. Preston escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Preston was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Rain ducks under a wild hook from Preston.
Rain looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Rain on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Preston scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Preston throws a right and a left that both miss.
Preston throws out a loose jab but Rain uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rain looks to land a body kick but Preston moved away.
Rain ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A telegraphed right hand from Rain misses the target.
Rain has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Preston.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Preston misses with an uppercut
and Rain counters with a right hand to the body.
Preston has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Preston there as he acknowledges the shot.
Aiden Preston seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rain moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Rain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rain scores with a body shot.
Rain swats away the attempt to clinch by Preston.
Rain half committed to a counter leg kick.
Aiden Preston is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Preston.
Rain looks to land a right hand but Preston moved out of range.
A big left from Rain misses.
Preston throws a head kick that misses.
Preston checks a leg kick. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Rain.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rain moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Preston struggling a bit here.#T2#
Preston is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Rain is just content to waste time from the top position. Preston takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Preston keeping moving, preventing Rain from controlling successfully.
Preston tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Preston is still trying to improve position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Preston working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Rain.
Preston 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.
Preston is pulling down on Rain's head to control his posture. #T3#
Rain postures up.
Preston pulls Rain in to control the position.
Rain stays in close to Preston's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Preston throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Preston missing with a left hand there. Rain was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A telegraphed right hand from Preston misses the target.
Rain lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Preston looks to land a combination but Rain avoids it well.
Preston tries a head kick but it misses.
Preston throws a leg kick but Rain sees it coming and moves out of range.
Rain takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
A punch combination from Preston misses.
Rain shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Preston as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Titan Rain. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Preston throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Rain.#T4#
A good leg kick by Rain.
Preston throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rain changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Good work by Preston as he checks the leg kick.
Rain throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A solid body kick from Preston.
Preston takes a swing at Rain's ribcage but misses.
Rain is looking for a counter combo.
Preston moves out of range of the body kick from Rain.
Nice uppercut lands for Rain. That snapped Preston's head back.
Preston moves into range and connects with a jab.
Rain staying out of range there.
Rain throws a sloppy head kick and Preston moves out of range easily.
Rain throws a poor cross that misses
and Preston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Preston swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Rain.
Preston moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Preston lands a nice shot to the body.
Preston scores with a nice head shot.
Rain lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Preston at a distance.
Rain tries to land a front kick but Preston steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Aiden Preston will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Rain fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
That kick from Preston tenderised Rain's leg. Rain is trying to keep his angry face on.
Preston is looking to score with low kicks.
Rain feinted with a counter takedown.
Some wild striking there from Preston.
Rain throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Rain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Preston.
Preston fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Rain checks it well.
Rain slips under a jab from Preston.
Preston stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Preston wants it to stay on the feet.
As Rain backs off Preston throws a huge counter combo but Rain manages to avoid it all.
Rain shoots in for a double leg but Preston sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Preston - that will leave a mark!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain thuds a left hand into Preston's body.
Preston thuds his shin into the meat of Rain's side.
Rain lands a nice hook to Preston's body. Preston takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Preston scores with a nice head shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Preston swings for the body but Rain moves out of range.
Preston tries a head kick but it misses.
#T1#
Preston throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Rain misses the jab.
Preston blocks the body kick.
Rain fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Titan Rain. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Rain dives in and scores a takedown into Preston's guard.
Preston controlling the position.
Rain is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Rain trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rain pushing down on Preston's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Preston trying to control but Rain postures up.
Rain is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T2#
Rain working Preston over with strikes.
Rain lands strikes from half guard.
Preston is looking for a sweep. Rain is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Preston is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Preston wants to control but Rain is keeping busy.
Preston holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Rain scoring with strikes to the body and head.
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!
Rain is trying to control the action in half guard but Preston is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Preston is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Preston is refusing to be controlled, as Rain sits in half guard. #T3#
Rain passes to side control.
Rain wants to lay and pray for a moment but Preston keeps working.
Preston takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Rain wants to take a breather but Preston manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Rain.
Rain throws an elbow that misses. Preston uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Rain's guard. Nice move by Preston!#REVB##SUB#
Rain working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Preston doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Preston manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T4#
Preston is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Titan Rain overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Preston trying to control the position from guard on top but Rain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Preston is looking to work some ground and pound but Rain has wrist control.#SUB#
Rain has his feet on Preston's thighs here. He's pushed Preston off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Preston screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Titan Rain!
After the fight, Titan Rain was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
CEC 507
Date: Mar 24, 2017 |
#R1#
Rain drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Doyle dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've been hearing reports that Rain has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Rain tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Doyle's elbow.
Doyle blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Doyle has a couple of punches blocked by Rain.
Rain blocking some punches.
Doyle tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rain struggles to land a body shot inside as Doyle controls his hands.
Rain tries to throw a body punch but Doyle avoids it by throwing Rain back against the cage. #BC#
Rain's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Rain.
A thudding body kick lands there by Doyle!
Good work by Rain as he checks the leg kick.
Rain on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Rain moves out of range as Doyle strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Doyle misses with a low kick.
Doyle lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Titan Rain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rain takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#T1#
Rain closes the distance and clinches up with Doyle, looking for a takedown. Rain pushes Doyle against the cage but Doyle circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Nice cross by Doyle.
Rain cracks Doyle with a good jab.
Doyle swings for the body but Rain moves out of range.
Jab by Doyle.
Rain throws a hook to the side of Doyle's head but Doyle sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rain takes one to the side of the head.
#CUT2#
It looks like Titan Rain has been cut.
Doyle misses the jab.
Doyle slips under a jab.
Rain throws the kick towards the body but Doyle avoids it.
Doyle throws the kick towards the body but Rain avoids it.
Rain changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Doyle slips under a jab from Rain.
Doyle misses the jab.
Rain lands a leg kick that knocks Doyle off balance momentarily.
Doyle darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rain changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Doyle misses the target.
Doyle swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice defenses there by Rain.
Doyle thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Rain if he has to take too many more of those.
Doyle scores with a sloppy right hand. Rain should have avoided that one.
Doyle looks to score with a jab to the body but Rain is just out of range.
Rain takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Doyle scores with a nice strike.
Rain moves out of range of the strikes.
Rain fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Doyle.
Rain misses with a hook. Doyle ducked under it nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Doyle. Rain does a little dance to reset his feet.
Doyle checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T3#
Rain moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Rain throws a body kick that misses.
Rain has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Doyle finds it's way round the side to connect with Rain's head.
Doyle avoids a kick to the body.
Doyle scores with a jab to the head.
Rain is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Doyle. Rain does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rain throws an overhand right that lands on Doyle's shoulder, as Doyle tries to avoid the shot.
Doyle misses with a telegraphed body shot
#TD#
and Rain counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Rain.
Doyle keeping moving, preventing Rain from controlling successfully.
Doyle trying to control the position.
Rain stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Doyle swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Doyle is trying to control the position but Rain postures up.
Doyle bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rain's guard. #REVB#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Rain working for a triangle but Doyle defends it easily.
#SUB#
Rain is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Doyle stays in close to Rain's body and controls the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jimmy Doyle dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Titan Rain's cut.
That's time! Rain's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Doyle attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Rain walks forward, straight into a front kick from Doyle.
Doyle throws a lazy right hand but Rain sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Good shot there by Doyle.
Doyle moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Doyle misses with a looping right.
Doyle pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Doyle connects with the punch.
Doyle tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Doyle looks to land a left hand but Rain moved out of range nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Doyle throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Rain on the side of the head.
Rain swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Doyle misses with a wild combination.
Doyle takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T1#
Rain displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Doyle throws out the jab.
Rain throws a sloppy head kick and Doyle moves out of range easily.
Rain misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rain throws a push kick but Doyle slaps the foot to one side.
Rain ducks under a wild hook from Doyle.
The fighters circling - Doyle throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Rain misses with a low kick as Doyle jumps back.
Doyle misses with a head kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Doyle.
Rain looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A countering left hand to the body from Doyle misses.
A head kick misses from Doyle.
Doyle misses with a lunging right hand
and Rain cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rain scores with a push kick.
Rain staying out of range there.#T2#
Rain is looking to clinch.
Doyle throws out a counter right but Rain avoids it with no problem.
Doyle takes a kick to the side of the head.
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!
Rain with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Doyle ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A swing and a miss from Doyle.
Doyle throws a head kick that half lands.
#TD#
Rain closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Rain thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Doyle wants to get back to full guard.
Doyle gets full guard.#T3#
Doyle has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Rain stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Doyle swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Doyle is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Doyle misses with a straight right.
Rain was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jimmy Doyle is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Good exchange - Rain coming out on top.
Rain chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Rain throws a jab but it's blocked by Doyle. #T4#
Rain connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Doyle's hands.
A punch combination from Rain misses.
Doyle now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Rain throws a leg kick but Doyle sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Jimmy Doyle seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rain misses with a hook.
A big right from Rain misses.
Rain tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Rain drives through and clinches with Doyle against the cage.
Doyle lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rain drops down looking for an ankle pick but Doyle pulls his leg out and moves away.
Rain shoots in looking for a takedown. Doyle tries to sprawl out of it but Rain keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Doyle manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL#
Rain has taken the fight to the clinch.
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 Titan Rain will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Titan Rain's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Rain's jab looks to have found its range, popping Doyle under the eye.
Doyle on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Doyle scores with a nice head shot.
Rain takes one on the button.
Rain takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Rain on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Doyle dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Doyle jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rain drops down looking for a counter takedown but Doyle sprawls and moves away.
Rain throws a right and a left that Doyle avoids nicely.
Rain tries to work over Doyle's front leg with a kick but Doyle checks it.
Rain displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Doyle throws out the jab. #TD#
Rain manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Doyle on his heels. He'll look to pass Doyle's guard now, I'm sure.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Doyle controls Rain momentarily but Rain frees himself.
Doyle is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T1#
Rain throws an elbow that misses. Doyle uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Rain's guard. Nice move by Doyle!#REVB#
Rain bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Doyle's guard. #REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Doyle has his hands on Rain's head, controlling the position.
Doyle's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T2#
Rain with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Doyle trying to control the position here.
Rain trying to control but Doyle is working from the bottom. #T3#
Doyle pulls Rain in to control the position.
Rain trying to control but Doyle is working from the bottom.
Rain is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rain postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Doyle tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Rain avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A cross from Doyle lands.
Doyle thuds his right hand into Rain's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Rain looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Doyle fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Rain looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
No joy there for Rain, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Doyle swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Doyle uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rain.
Rain works over Doyle's head and body with a nice combination.
Doyle thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rain moves out of range of the strikes.
Doyle's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A jab from Doyle finds it's way through Rain's defenses.
Doyle swings for the body but Rain moves out of range.
Rain lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Rain on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Jimmy Doyle.
I think Doyle has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Jimmy Doyle!
A very excited looking Jimmy Doyle 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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Event:
CEC 505
Date: Mar 10, 2017 |
#R1#
Jones throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Rain seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
A decent looking cross lands there for Rain.
Jones scores with a decent looking hook.
Rain plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#TD#
Rain closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Jones's guard.#SUB2#
Jones has his foot on Rain's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rain works his way back into a safe position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jones wants to sweep here but Rain controlling him for the moment.
Rain trying to control but Jones is working from the bottom.
Jones looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Jones trying to control the position.
Jones wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Jones keeping moving, preventing Rain from controlling successfully.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Jones looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rain is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Rain throws a sloppy head kick and Jones moves out of range easily.
Jones jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jones fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rain manages to avoid it.
Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rain throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Jones counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jones turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jones throws a big shot that misses.
Jones getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Jones throws a body punch but Rain moves out of range.
It looked like Rain wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rain takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T2#
Jones throws a solid leg kick but Rain takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jones.
Rain swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jones takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rain takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Rain scoring well with a low kick there.
Rain throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A slapping body kick lands there for Rain.
Jones throws a nice inside leg kick.
Jones jabs at Rain's body.
Rain circles away from the clinch attempt.
Jones's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Jones duly obliges.
Jones misses with a hook.
Rain shoots in but Jones avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
An attempted straight right counter from Rain misses the target.
Rain shoots in looking for a takedown. Jones tries to sprawl out of it but Rain keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Jones manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T3#
Rain misses with a kick to the body.
Jones misses with a wild body shot.
Rain throws a hook to the side of Jones's head but Jones sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rain throws a low kick but it's checked well by Jones.
Rain displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jones throws out the jab.
Rain lands with a good body shot.
Jones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rain tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jones manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Jones wants to counter with a clinch but Rain pushes him away.
Rain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rain slips a straight right by Jones.#CL2#
Jones fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rain, pushing him back against the cage.
Rain blocking some punches.
Jones drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Rain gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Rain is trying to drag Jones to the mat but Jones just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Titan Rain. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Rain works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Jones lands a left hand that snaps the head of Rain backwards.
Jones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Rain doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rain misses with some punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rain blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jones working aggressively here.
Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rain has a couple of punches blocked by Jones.
Rain lands a right hand.
Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jones misses with some punches.
A right handed body shot lands from Jones.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Malik Jones dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Rain shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Rain showed some decent athleticism there.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Jones is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rain controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain prevents Jones from improving his position.#T1#
Rain working the head and body with strikes.
Jones is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Rain scores with a couple of nice shots.
Nice strikes from Rain there.
Jones manages to get to full guard.
Jones lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Jones preventing the sweep.
Jones is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Rain tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
Jones working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Jones sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Rain looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Rain working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Jones has passed into half guard!
Jones seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Rain is refusing to be controlled, as Jones sits in half guard.
Jones lands with a punch from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Jones lands with a punch from half guard.
Rain regains full guard. Nicely done.
Jones not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Rain is trying to control the position but Jones postures up.
Rain wants to sweep but no luck.
Rain is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Jones stopping the sweep attempt from Rain.#SUB#
Rain looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Jones content to stall in guard here. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Rain gets a double leg takedown into Jones's guard.
Jones tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Jones not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rain stays in close to Jones's body and controls the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jones looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Titan Rain dominated that second round.
That's time! Rain's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Jones takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Jones gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Rain is just out of range.
Jab by Jones.
Rain is looking to clinch.
Jones now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Rain lands the left hand.
Rain attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Rain misses with an uppercut. Jones saw that one coming.
Rain throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jones looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Rain takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
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!
Rain feints and then cracks Jones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jones down.
Jones scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Malik Jones seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rain sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rain fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rain throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
Jones scores with a leg kick.
Rain bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Rain slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Jones staying out of range there.
Rain's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Jones connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Rain scrambles back to his feet.
Rain throws the kick towards the body but Jones avoids it.
Jones has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jones there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jones checks a leg kick.
Jones ducks right into an uppercut from Rain.
Jones lands a lovely overhand right.
Jones checks a leg kick.
Jones ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jones is trying hard to land a takedown here. Rain sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Rain throws an overhand right that lands on Jones's shoulder, as Jones tries to avoid the shot.
Jones lands with a cross. #T2#
Rain avoids the body shot from Jones.
Rain fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Rain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Some bone on bone action there as Rain checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Rain appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Jones looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Rain swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jones.
Rain tries to clinch but Jones moves away
and Jones counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Rain throws a nice looking combination but Jones bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Rain throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Jones to counter with a crisp jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jones. Rain does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rain takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Rain tries to clinch up but Jones circles away and keeps his distance.#TD#
Rain throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Jones tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Rain is in Jones's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Jones is on top in guard.
#REVB##T3#
Rain is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Rain 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.
Jones trying to control but Rain is working from the bottom.
Rain working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jones.
Titan Rain overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Rain manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Jones manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Jones looking to control.
Jones seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Jones is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Rain gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Rain had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Jones defends it easily.
Jones's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Rain working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jones doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jones manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Rain trying to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Titan Rain.
I think Rain has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Titan Rain!
A less than humble Titan Rain misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
CEC 502
Date: Feb 24, 2017 |
#R1#
Heim avoids a kick to the body.
Heim loads up on a big right hand but Rain slips the punch.
Rain tries a low kick but Heim avoids it.
A swing and a miss from Heim.
Rain tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Heim counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Rain thinking. #CL#
Rain closes the distance and clinches.
Heim makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Rain misses with a punch on the inside.
Heim struggles to land a body shot inside as Rain controls his hands.
Heim tries for a takedown but Rain manages to get underhooks.
Rain looking for a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right from Heim.
Rain blocking some punches.
A short uppercut from Rain.
Rain fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've been hearing reports that Rain has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Heim drops down looking for an ankle pick but Rain pulls his leg out and moves away.
Heim misses with an uppercut. Rain saw that one coming.
Rain motions for Heim to come forward. Rain throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Rain throws a body punch but Heim moves out of range.
Heim swings for the body but Rain moves out of range.
Heim misses with a straight right.
Rain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rain misses with a wild body shot.
Aribert Heim is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rain lunges at Heim with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Heim's hand.
Rain takes one to the chin there.
Rain's jab looks to have found its range, popping Heim under the eye.
Nice defenses there by Heim.
Rain lands the left hand.
Rain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Heim.
Heim throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rain fails to land with a series of punches.
Rain blocks a jab.
Heim takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Heim just misses with a punch to the body.
Rain motions for Heim to come forward. Rain throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
Heim cracks Rain with a right hand to the side of the head.
Rain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Heim.
Rain slips under a jab.
Rain lands a really nice looking cross but Heim seems unphased.
Rain does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Rain missing with a left hand there. Heim was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rain swings for the body but Heim moves out of range.
Heim slips under a jab.
Heim clobbers Rain with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
That kick from Rain tenderised Heim's leg. Heim is trying to keep his angry face on.
Heim misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rain.
#TD#
Rain scores with a takedown into Heim's guard.
Rain trying to control but Heim is working from the bottom.
Rain lands a couple of digs.#T3#
Rain won't allow Heim to sweep him here.
Rain sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Rain with a flurry of punches that miss.
Rain chips away with some ground and pound.
Rain wants to pass the guard but Heim is keeping the position.
Heim 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Heim keeping moving, preventing Rain from controlling successfully. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Heim is trying to control the position but Rain postures up.
Heim manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rain manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
My spies in The Coffee Shop inform me that Heim has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Heim postures up and lands a big shot to Rain's brow.
Heim scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Rain looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Rain tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Heim cracks Rain with a solid left hand.
Heim pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rain is keeping the position for now.
Rain preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
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 Titan Rain will probably get the nod.
That's time! Rain's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Rain throws a poor cross that misses
and Heim counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Heim misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rain.
Rain misses with a looping right.
Rain uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Heim.
Rain throws a low kick, looking for Heim's leg but Heim calmly moves out of range. #CL#
Rain has managed to clinch.
Rain tries a body shot but Heim blocks it.
A shot in the inside from Rain.
Rain misses with a body punch.
Heim has a couple of punches blocked by Rain.
Still in the clinch, Heim scores with a nice short uppercut.
Heim tries to score a body lock takedown but Rain shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Heim softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC#
Rain pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Heim takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Heim throws a low kick, looking for Rain's leg but Rain calmly moves out of range.
Heim rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rain moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
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!
Heim missing with a left hand there. Rain was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
Heim misses with a low kick.
Heim uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Rain jabs Heim right on the nose. Heim blinks but takes it well.
A shot to the liver by Heim. Beautiful body shot.
Rain throws a leg kick that is checked
and Rain takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Heim looks to throw the jab but Rain is out of range.
Aribert Heim seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Heim looks to land a left hand but Rain moved out of range nicely.
Rain works the jab nicely.
Heim swings for the body but Rain moves out of range.
Rain uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Heim.
Heim throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Rain.
Crunch! Rain slams his shin into Heim's torso.
Rain throws a jab when Heim was well out of range.
Nice jab there from Rain.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Heim gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Rain misses with a looping left.
Heim swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rain takes a swing at Heim's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Rain lands the left hand.
Rain misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Heim with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Rain walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Heim lands a body shot.
Rain throws a wild body kick that Heim sees coming a mile off.
Heim takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Rain is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A good leg kick by Rain.
Rain moves out of range of the strikes.
Rain half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Heim scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Heim throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rain throws a head kick that misses.
Heim slips under a jab.
Rain throws a quick inside leg kick. #T3#
Rain doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Heim throws a leg kick but Rain sees it coming and moves out of range.
That kick from Heim tenderised Rain's leg. Rain is trying to keep his angry face on.
Heim fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Rain throws a jab when Heim was well out of range.
Heim throws a lazy right hand but Rain sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Heim throws a leg kick that misses.
Heim doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Heim fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rain manages to avoid it.
Rain throwing a counter right hand but Heim manages to avoid it.
Rain throws a nice outside leg kick.
Rain cracks Heim with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Heim drops his hands momentarily and Rain takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Rain feints and then cracks Heim's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Heim down.
Rain staying out of range there.
Heim uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rain.
Heim swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
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!
Heim checks the leg kick.
A little jabbing left from Heim on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rain fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T4#
A slapping body kick lands there for Rain.
Heim scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Heim dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Heim defending well as Rain loads up on a big left hand.
Heim misses with a series of wild punches.
Rain will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
#CL#
Rain has closed the distance and engaged Heim in a clinch.
Heim lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rain backwards.
Rain is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Heim lands with a left to the head.
Heim scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Heim prevents a body shot from Rain.
Heim is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Heim has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Rain is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Heim is working for takedown but Rain is calmly controlling the position for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Aribert Heim will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Rain pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A cross from Rain lands.
Heim misses with a few strikes there.
Heim misses with a looping right.
Rain fails with an attempt to clinch.
Rain misses with a looping left.
Heim scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Rain throws the kick towards the body but Heim avoids it.
Rain tries to work over Heim's front leg with a kick but Heim checks it.
Heim throws a jab when Rain was well out of range.
Rain throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Heim.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Heim wants to land a leg kick but Rain is out of range.
Rain misses with a body kick.
Heim misses with a leg kick.
Rain throws a jab when Heim was well out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Heim! But no joy.
Rain shoots in for a takedown but Heim shows good takedown defense.
Rain takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T1#
Rain will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Good shot there by Heim.
Rain thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rain defending well as Heim loads up on a big left hand.
Heim lands with a nice body punch.
Rain paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A jab from Heim misses.
Rain checks a leg kick.
Rain scores with a kick to the midsection.
Rain tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Heim was well out of range. Poor timing from Rain.
Rain throws a body shot but no joy.
Heim lands with an uppercut that bounces Rain off the cage and back into range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Heim. Rain does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rain looks to land a combination but Heim avoids it well.
Heim lands with a good body shot.
Heim swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Heim throws a body punch but Rain moves out of range.
Heim misses with a wild body shot.
Heim misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Rain counter with a right hand.
Rain throws out a loose jab but Heim uses good head movement to avoid it.
Heim throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rain jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rain uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Heim.
Rain fails to land the takedown.
Heim uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rain.
Rain tries to clinch but Heim moves away
and Heim counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Rain thinking.
A looping hook to the body misses from Heim. Rain does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL#
Rain moves into the clinch.
Heim tries a body shot but Rain blocks it.
Heim is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Rain pulls him back up using the underhooks. #BC#
Rain breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T3#
Heim throws out a loose jab but Rain uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rain avoids the body shot from Heim.
Rain shoots and misses
and Heim counters with a left to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Titan Rain. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rain thows a left - swing and a miss!
Heim 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.
Heim waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rain.
Heim darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Heim swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Rain throwing a counter right hand but Heim manages to avoid it.
Heim avoids the body shot from Rain.
#CL#
Rain has closed the distance and engaged Heim in a clinch.
Heim throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Heim is trying to break the clinch but Rain is controlling him.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Rain as Heim tries to tie him up.
A short left from Heim.
Heim scores with a shoulder strike. #T4#
Rain misses with a hook from the clinch.
Heim lands a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Heim misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rain tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Heim's elbow.
Heim working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Rain fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rain is trying to break the clinch but Heim is controlling him.
Rain lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Heim misses with a punch on the inside.
Heim prevents Rain from breaking the clinch.
Heim blocks an uppercut.
Heim lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Heim gets through Rain's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Rain misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rain misses with a punch to the body.
#BC2#
Heim's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Heim blocks a low kick nicely.
And that's the end of the fight!
Aribert Heim comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Heim has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aribert Heim!
Aribert Heim thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
CEC 498
Date: Feb 03, 2017 |
#R1#
Hopkins uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rain.
Vinny Hopkins seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hopkins tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rain was well out of range. Poor timing from Hopkins.
Rain shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Hopkins but Hopkins pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL#
Hopkins has closed the distance and engaged Rain in a clinch.
Hopkins trying to stall but Rain improves his position.
Rain is trying to push Hopkins away but Hopkins has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Hopkins misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Hopkins fails to land.
Hopkins misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rain is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hopkins pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Hopkins throws a punch but it's blocked by Rain.
Hopkins misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rain creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Rain cracks Hopkins with a nice body shot.
Rain has Hopkins pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hopkins manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Vinny Hopkins has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Titan Rain.#TD2#
Rain pulls guard successfully.
Hopkins has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Rain is proving hard to escape from. #T1#
Rain 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.#SUB2#
Rain working for submissions but it's allowed Hopkins to get to half guard.
Hopkins controlling the action here.
Rain wants to control but Hopkins is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Rain is looking for a sweep. Hopkins is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SU#
Hopkins stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Rain takes a shot right to the bread basket.#TD2#
Rain shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #ES#
Hopkins pushes Rain off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #CL#
Hopkins moves into the clinch.
Hopkins doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rain lands a nice uppercut.
Hopkins can't find room to land a body shot as Rain controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rain.
I was talking to Hopkins's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Hopkins is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #BC2#
Rain escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#TD2#
Rain shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#ES#
Hopkins makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#CL#
Hopkins has managed to clinch.
Nice body punch from Hopkins. #T3#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Hopkins.
Rain blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right from Hopkins on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Rain scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short right from Hopkins on the inside.
Hopkins blocks an uppercut.
Hopkins fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hopkins tries to throw a body punch but Rain avoids it by throwing Hopkins back against the cage.
Hopkins misses with some punches.
#BC2#
Rain breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hopkins throws a looping overhand right but Rain ducks down to avoid it.
Rain lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Hopkins throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rain sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rain! But no joy.
Hopkins throws a jab but it's blocked by Rain.
Rain tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Hopkins is able to avoid easily.
Hopkins misses with an uppercut
and Rain counters with a straight right hand.
Vinny Hopkins is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Hopkins has Rain up against the cage in a clinch.
Hopkins pushes Rain back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
Hopkins blocks an uppercut.
Rain lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hopkins backwards.
Rain throws a punch but it's blocked by Hopkins.
Rain working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Rain wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Hopkins lands a nice uppercut.
Rain blocks an uppercut.
Rain misses with some punches.
A right handed body shot lands from Hopkins.
Rain throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Rain.
Rain can't find room to land a body shot as Hopkins controls the action.
A short left from Rain.
Hopkins misses with some punches.
#BC2#
Rain manages to break the clinch.
Rain misses with a double jab.
Rain shoots for a double leg takedown but Hopkins sprawls well. He's pushed Rain's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Decent striking displayed by Rain there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A chopping leg kick lands by Rain.
Hopkins wants to clinch up but Rain keeps it at a distance.
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 Vinny Hopkins will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##CL#
Hopkins rushes Rain and presses him up against the cage.
Rain blocks a body shot from Hopkins.
Hopkins misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rain softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Rain is working for takedown but Hopkins is calmly controlling the position for now.
Rain lands a body shot in the clinch.
Hopkins has a couple of punches blocked by Rain.
Rain misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rain misses with a punch to the body.
Hopkins gets through Rain's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Hopkins lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rain backwards.
Hopkins swings wildly with an uppercut but Rain uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hopkins misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hopkins blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rain can't get the takedown.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rain.
Rain wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Hopkins lands a shot to the body.
Hopkins lands a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Rain escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T1#
Hopkins missing with a left hand there. Rain was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hopkins misses with a low kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Hopkins checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Rain looks to land a right hand but Hopkins moved out of range.
Rain throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hopkins lands a nice looking body shot.
Rain has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Rain fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hopkins manages to avoid it.
Nice uppercut lands for Hopkins. That snapped Rain's head back.
#CL2#
Rain moves into the clinch successfully.
Good body shot from Hopkins.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Hopkins.
Hopkins doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hopkins has a couple of punches blocked by Rain.
Rain lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hopkins.
Hopkins misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hopkins misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hopkins gets through Rain's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A hook to the body from Rain.
#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rain prevents a body shot from Hopkins.
Hopkins misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rain makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Rain scores with a shoulder strike.
Hopkins tries to work over Rain's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hopkins dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rain.
Hopkins misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rain prevents a body shot from Hopkins.
Rain lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Rain tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hopkins misses with the head strike.
Hopkins throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hopkins.
Rain misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hopkins struggles to land a body shot inside as Rain controls his hands.
Rain softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Hopkins lands a shoulder strike.
Vinny Hopkins has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Hopkins swings wildly with an uppercut but Rain uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Hopkins misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rain.
Hopkins lands with a light punch inside.
Hopkins digs a right hand underneath Rain's ribcage. Rain let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Hopkins throws a punch but it's blocked by Rain.
Rain tries to throw a body punch but Hopkins avoids it by throwing Rain back against the cage. #BC2#
Rain escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rain dives in for a single leg takedown but Hopkins sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Vinny Hopkins has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Titan Rain.
Rain shoots in for a double leg but Hopkins sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Hopkins throws a body punch but Rain moves out of range.
Rain walks into a straight right hand from Hopkins.
Rain misses with a jab, cross combination.
Rain lands a lovely overhand right.
Hopkins tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hopkins looks to throw the jab but Rain is out of range.
Rain misses with a hook. Hopkins ducked under it nicely.
Titan Rain seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hopkins fails with an attempt to clinch.
#T4#
The fight stays on the outside here - Hopkins looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hopkins bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A slow jab from Rain misses its intended target.
Hopkins misses with a wild body shot.
Rain slips under a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hopkins tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rain was well out of range. Poor timing from Hopkins.
Rain throws the left hand but Hopkins avoids the punch easily.
Hopkins keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Hopkins's jab looks to have found its range, popping Rain under the eye.
Rain stalks Hopkins and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Hopkins's face. Hopkins staggers backwards, shaken.
Rain dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Hopkins. That did some damage!
Rain just misses with a punch to the body.
Hopkins checks the leg kick nicely there.
Rain tried to score with a low kick but Hopkins checks it.
Hopkins scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rain doesn't seem bothered though.
Hopkins avoids the body shot from Rain.
It looked like Hopkins was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Rain.
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 Vinny Hopkins will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Hopkins tries to throw a body punch but Rain avoids it by throwing Hopkins back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hopkins.
Hopkins tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hopkins working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Hopkins tries a body shot but Rain blocks it.
Rain lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rain is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Hopkins is defending well.
Rain wants to get back to striking at distance but Hopkins won't allow it.
Hopkins tries to throw a body punch but Rain avoids it by throwing Hopkins back against the cage.
Rain swings wildly with an uppercut but Hopkins uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hopkins tries to throw a body punch but Rain avoids it by throwing Hopkins back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hopkins tries to work over Rain's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hopkins swings wildly with an uppercut but Rain uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hopkins blocking some punches.
#BC2#
Rain escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Hopkins checks a leg kick nicely.#T1#
Hopkins misses the shot to the body.
Rain has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Hopkins finds it's way round the side to connect with Rain's head.
Rain tries to clinch but Hopkins is having none of it.
Rain on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Hopkins sizes up Rain with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Hopkins scores with a sloppy right hand. Rain should have avoided that one.
Rain fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Hopkins swats away the attempt to clinch by Rain.
Hopkins changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Hopkins lands with a straight right. Rain didn't see that one coming.
Hopkins is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
A jab from Hopkins finds it's way through Rain's defenses.
Hopkins wants to clinch up but Rain keeps it at a distance.
Hopkins moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hopkins throws a lazy right hand but Rain sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rain drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Hopkins defends it well.
Hopkins misses with an uppercut
and Rain counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Rain thuds his right hand into Hopkins's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CL#
Hopkins closes the distance and pushes Rain back into the cage.
Rain blocks a body shot from Hopkins.
Rain blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC2#
Rain breaks from the clinch.
Hopkins lands a nice looking body shot.
Titan Rain has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rain moves out of range of the leg kick from Hopkins.
Nice uppercut there from Hopkins.
Hopkins throws a hook but Rain avoids it easily.
Hopkins just misses with a punch to the body.
Rain avoids the body shot from Hopkins.
Hopkins misses with a lunging right hand
#TD2#
and Rain counters with a nice double leg into side control. Hopkins won't be happy with that. #SUB2#
Rain is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hopkins knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Hopkins gets back to half guard.
Vinny Hopkins is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Rain is just content to waste time from the top position. Hopkins takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Hopkins will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rain won't allow Hopkins to get back to his feet.
Rain throwing strikes from guard but Hopkins blocks nicely.
Hopkins has momentary wrist control but Rain slips an elbow through the middle.
Hopkins tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rain 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.
Hopkins is pulling down on Rain's head to control his posture.
Hopkins wants to get back to his feet but Rain is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Hopkins wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Rain throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hopkins works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Rain stops Hopkins from standing up.
Hopkins wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hopkins is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Rain is controlling him.
Hopkins 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.#SUB2#
Rain drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Rain jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Rain throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB#
Hopkins is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rain defends well.
Rain is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Rain throws a big elbow that misses.
Rain connects with a couple of short punches.
Rain being controlled here momentarily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vinny Hopkins showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Hopkins 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vinny Hopkins!
Vinny Hopkins decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
CEC 493
Date: Jan 06, 2017 |
#R1#
Doubdtfire moves out of range of the strikes.
Doubdtfire feints a counter leg kick.
Doubdtfire connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Rain checks the leg kick nicely there.
A slow jab from Doubdtfire misses its intended target.
Doubdtfire lands a right hook to the body.
Rain lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A combination from Rain does no damage.
Rain with a hook.
Rain throws a push kick but Doubdtfire slaps the foot to one side.
It seemed like Doubdtfire was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Doubdtfire scoring well with a low kick there.
Rain throws a front kick aimed at Doubdtfire's knee but Doubdtfire avoids it well.
Doubdtfire throws a right hand that misses
and Rain counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rain ducks under a wild hook from Doubdtfire.
Rain uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Doubdtfire.
Doubdtfire swings and misses with a hook to the body.
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!
Doubdtfire checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Rain throws a nice looking combination but Doubdtfire bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Doubdtfire staying out of range there.
Rain tried to score with a low kick but Doubdtfire checks it.#T1#
Rain chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Doubdtfire can pounce on him.
Rain throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Doubdtfire counters with a nice leg kick.
Doubdtfire lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Rain crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Doubdtfire - the referee stops the clock and Rain gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Doubdtfire. Rain manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Rain jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rain catches Doubdtfire with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A big right from Doubdtfire misses.
Rain is looking to counter punch.
Doubdtfire lands with a thumping leg kick.
Doubdtfire lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Doubdtfire getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Doubdtfire blocks the body kick.
Doubdtfire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rain was well out of range. Poor timing from Doubdtfire.
Doubdtfire throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
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!
Rain swinging wildly here.
A good leg kick by Doubdtfire. #T2#
Doubdtfire lets loose with a powerful body kick. Rain will feel that in the morning.
Rain shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Rain throws a looping overhand right but Doubdtfire ducks down to avoid it.
Doubdtfire lands with an uppercut that bounces Rain off the cage and back into range.
Doubdtfire connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Doubdtfire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rain moves away.
Rain scores with a jab to the head.
Doubdtfire swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A jab from Doubdtfire does it's job there.
Nice takedown defense from Doubdtfire. No joy for Rain on that attempt.
Rain misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Doubdtfire.
Doubdtfire throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Rain half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Rain shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Doubdtfire as he jumps to the side.
Nice body punch from Doubdtfire.
Doubdtfire pivots, looking for a leg kick but Rain is out of range and Doubdtfire settles back down. #T3#
Rain wants to slow Doubdtfire down by chopping away at his legs.
Doubdtfire let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Doubdtfire misses with a straight right.
Rain thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Doubdtfire if he has to take too many more of those.
Doubdtfire takes a swing at Rain's ribcage but misses.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Rain checks a leg kick.
Doubdtfire throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Doubdtfire throws a lazy right hand but Rain sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rain feinted with a counter takedown.
Rain throws out a loose jab but Doubdtfire uses good head movement to avoid it.
Doubdtfire fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Doubdtfire thows a body kick. Rain tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Rain connects with a body shot that sends Doubdtfire's belly button to the back.
Doubdtfire misses with an uppercut.
Doubdtfire lands a nice shot to the body.
Doubdtfire looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Doubdtfire misses with a body shot
and Rain counters with a straight right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Doubdtfire walks into a straight right hand from Rain.
Rain bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
Rain shoots in looking for a takedown but Doubdtfire manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Rain's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Doubdtfire looks like he wants to counter punch here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Titan Rain. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Doubdtfire tries to land a body kick#TD#
and Rain counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Rain.
Doubdtfire not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rain looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Doubdtfire had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rain defends it easily.
Rain content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB2#
Doubdtfire working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rain doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rain manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Rain throws a big elbow that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Euphegen Doubdtfire dominated that round.
That's time! Rain's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Doubdtfire looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Doubdtfire throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Doubdtfire throws a lazy uppercut
#TD#
and Rain counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Doubdtfire is not content to let Rain control the position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Doubdtfire trying to control from the bottom.
Doubdtfire is not content to let Rain control the position.
Doubdtfire felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Rain content to control rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Doubdtfire trying to control here.
Rain wants to take a breather but Doubdtfire is having none of it. #T1##SUB2#
Doubdtfire looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Doubdtfire is not content to let Rain control the position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Rain goes for a double leg but Doubdtfire avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Doubdtfire continues to drive forward.
Rain throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Doubdtfire moves out of range of the body kick.#TD2#
Doubdtfire shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Doubdtfire showed some decent athleticism there.
Doubdtfire is thwarting Rain's attempts to control the position.#T2#
Rain is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Doubdtfire maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Rain could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Doubdtfire has cracked it and Rain is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Doubdtfire!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Euphegen Doubdtfire!
Euphegen Doubdtfire is the new bantamweight champion!
Euphegen Doubdtfire looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Dethroning them all, one at a time.'.
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Event:
CEC 490
Date: Dec 23, 2016 |
#R1#
Penaali displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rain throws out the jab.
Penaali defending well as Rain loads up on a big left hand.
Rain turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Penaali shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Rain as he jumps to the side.
Rain lands with a thumping leg kick.
Titan Rain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Penaali throws a right hand that Rain ducks under and follows up with a left that Rain also avoids with ease.
Rain fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Penaali manages to avoid it.
Penaali is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Penaali tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Penaali looks to score with a jab to the body but Rain is just out of range.
Penaali defending well as Rain loads up on a big left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Penaali uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rain.
Penaali jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rain slaps away a takedown attempt from Penaali, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Rain uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Penaali.
Rain buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#T1#
Rain looks to land a combination. Penaali sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CUT#
It looks like Arvo Penaali has been cut.
Penaali checks a leg kick nicely.
A nice leg kick lands there from Rain.
Rain tries to move into range but Penaali moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CL#
Rain instigates a clinch.
Rain lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Penaali or not. #TD2#
Penaali has hold of one of Rain's legs. Rain is fighting the takedown attempt but Penaali gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Penaali stands and throws Rain's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Rain might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rain tries to bench press Penaali off him but Penaali keeps the position.
Rain is trying to control Penaali's posture but Penaali avoids it.
Rain is looking for a sweep.
Penaali working away.#T2##SUB2#
Penaali tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Rain tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Penaali wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Rain regains half guard.
Penaali wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rain keeps working.
Penaali takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Penaali prevents Rain from improving his position.#T3#
Rain slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Rain avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Rain manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Penaali manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##SUB2#
Penaali working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rain doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rain manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Penaali has momentary wrist control but Rain slips an elbow through the middle.#T4#
Penaali trying to keep a closed guard but Rain is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Penaali is looking for a triangle but Rain pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Penaali throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Penaali looks winded!
Rain content to stall in guard here.
Penaali can't keep his opponent in guard - Rain advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Rain wants to control but Penaali is keeping him busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Titan Rain dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Arvo Penaali's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Penaali throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rain cracks Penaali with a good jab.
Rain takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Arvo Penaali is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Rain scores with a leg kick.
Penaali takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Penaali moves away from the strike by Rain.
Rain thumps Penaali with a low kick.
Penaali closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Rain works the jab nicely.
Rain smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rain showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Penaali.
Penaali chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Rain can pounce on him.
Penaali throws a right and a left that Rain avoids nicely.
Rain throws a lazy uppercut
#TD2#
and Penaali counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Rain is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Penaali is aware though and is defending well.#T1#
Rain avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Penaali trying to control but Rain is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Rain looking for a guillotine here but Penaali defends easily.
Rain trying to control the position here. #SUB#
Rain working for a triangle but Penaali defends it easily.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Rain is controlling Penaali's posture.
Penaali stopping the sweep attempt from Rain.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rain is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Penaali working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Rain.
Rain trying to control but Penaali is working from the bottom.
Penaali tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3##SUB2#
Rain avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Rain trying to control the position from guard on top but Penaali is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rain cracks Penaali with a solid left hand.
Rain trying to control the position from guard on top but Penaali is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rain with a nice head shot there.
Rain trying to control but Penaali is working from the bottom.
Rain is working Penaali over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T4#
Rain working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Rain is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Penaali throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Rain wants to control from the top but Penaali keeps moving.
Rain is in close to Penaali's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Penaali is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Rain's corner is telling him to maintain position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Titan Rain dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Arvo Penaali's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
Penaali bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Penaali tests Rain's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rain changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Rain misses with a looping left.
Rain scores with a nice strike.
Rain throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rain looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Rain shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain throws a body shot but no joy.
Penaali looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A cross from Rain lands.
Rain throws a nice outside leg kick.
Penaali paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Penaali fails with a takedown attempt.
Penaali takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Rain connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Rain works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Penaali swats away the attempt to clinch by Rain.
Rain swats away the attempt to clinch by Penaali.
Rain tries to clinch there but Penaali circles away.
Penaali tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Rain counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rain drops his hands momentarily and Penaali takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Titan Rain is winning the standup battle so far.
Penaali misses with a few strikes there.
Rain misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Penaali.
Rain throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2#
Rain throws a leg kick which misses Penaali's front leg but catches the back leg as Penaali tries to avoid it.
Rain with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Rain misses with a looping right.
Penaali changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Rain fails with an attempt to clinch.
Penaali doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
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!
Rain lands with a thumping leg kick.
Rain ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Penaali moves away.
Rain cracks the inside of Penaali's front leg.
Rain is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Penaali can do to turn this around?
Penaali misses with an uppercut.
Penaali takes one to the chin there.
Rain scores with a jab to the head.
Rain misses with a wild body shot.
Rain tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Penaali paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Rain throws a hook but Penaali avoids it easily.
Penaali looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Rain is looking to clinch.
Penaali swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T3#
Penaali takes a swing at Rain's ribcage but misses.
Penaali moves out of range as Rain strikes.
Penaali jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL#
Rain clinches with his opponent.
Rain pushes Penaali back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Penaali tries for a takedown. No joy.
Rain gets underhooks to prevent Penaali's takedown attempt.
Titan Rain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Arvo Penaali.
Rain swings wildly with an uppercut but Penaali uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rain prevents a takedown attempt there.
Penaali wants a takedown.
Rain swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Still in the clinch, Rain scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rain lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rain lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Penaali.#T4#
A short right from Rain.
Rain misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rain gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Penaali.
Rain lands with a right to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Penaali takes a shot to the head. #TD2#
Penaali manages to pull guard.
#SUB2#
Penaali looking for a guillotine here but Rain defends easily.
Rain landing with the ground and pound.
Rain content to stall in guard here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Titan Rain clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Arvo Penaali's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
Rain tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Penaali is able to avoid easily.#CL#
Rain clinches.
Rain misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Rain as the two fighters clinch.
Rain tries to work over Penaali's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rain stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Rain lands a right hand that snaps the head of Penaali backwards.
Rain misses with some punches.
Rain prevents Penaali from breaking the clinch.
Rain has a couple of punches blocked by Penaali.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Penaali.
Rain tries to throw a body punch but Penaali avoids it by throwing Rain back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain digs a right hand underneath Penaali's ribcage. Penaali let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Penaali is trying to pull guard but Rain has him pressed against the cage.
Penaali is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Rain tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rain lands a nice uppercut.
Penaali wants to break the clinch but can't.
#T1#
A nice left hand lands by Rain.
#BC2#
Penaali manages to break the clinch.
Penaali stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Rain.#CL#
Rain clinches up against the cage.
Rain can't find room to land a body shot as Penaali controls the action.
Rain fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rain lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Penaali wants to take the fight to the mat but Rain manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Penaali fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Titan Rain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Arvo Penaali.
Rain tries a body shot but Penaali blocks it.
Penaali wants to take the fight to the mat but Rain manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
A short left from Rain.
Penaali blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rain goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Penaali is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Penaali's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Rain lands a right hand.
Rain lands a body punch in the clinch. #T2#
Rain lands a body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Rain fails to land.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rain scores with a nice hook to the head.
Penaali's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Penaali jumps guard but Rain turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Penaali is looking for a takedown.
Rain lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Penaali has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Rain after a bit of a struggle.
Rain misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rain lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Penaali blocks an uppercut.
Rain lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Penaali backwards.
Penaali blocks a body shot from Rain.
Titan Rain has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Rain lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Penaali tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Rain smiles and moves away.
#CL#
Rain instigates a clinch. #T3#
Rain stops a takedown attempt from Penaali.
Rain lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Penaali backwards.
Rain works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Rain lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Penaali goes for a takedown attempt but Rain pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Rain clobbers Penaali with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Rain takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#ROC#
Penaali is rocked!#CL#
Rain forces Penaali back against the cage and clinches.
Penaali is still on wobbly legs! Can Rain finish him?
A head punch on the inside from Rain fails to land.
Penaali seems to have recovered his senses.
Rain swings wildly with an uppercut but Penaali uses good head movement to avoid it.
Penaali tries for a takedown but Rain manages to get underhooks.
#T4#
Rain fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rain tries to work over Penaali's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right hook to the body lands for Rain.
Rain scores with a nice hook to the head.
Penaali is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Rain gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Penaali drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rain lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rain lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Penaali or not.
I was talking to Rain's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Rain pushes Penaali back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Rain misses with a body punch.
Penaali's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Penaali wants a takedown but no success here.
Rain working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Rain misses with a shot to the kidneys.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Titan Rain had his way with Arvo Penaali in that round.
The cut man is working on Arvo Penaali's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Rain buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Rain punishes Penaali's body with a nice straight punch.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Rain pushes Penaali back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rain misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rain lands a body shot.
Rain misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rain pushes Penaali back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Penaali can't get the takedown.
Rain throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain pushes Penaali back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Penaali is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Penaali tries to pull guard but Rain won't allow it.
Rain lands with a left to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rain.
Rain throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Penaalis head.
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!
Rain works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
#T1#
Rain lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rain throws a punch but it's blocked by Penaali.
A head punch on the inside from Rain fails to land.
Rain tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Penaali's elbow.
Rain lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rain keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Penaali's efforts to push away.
Rain lands a left hand that snaps the head of Penaali backwards.
Rain lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rain working aggressively here.
Rain tries to throw a body punch but Penaali avoids it by throwing Rain back against the cage.
Rain throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Penaalis head.
Penaali tries to score a body lock takedown but Rain shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Titan Rain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Arvo Penaali.
Rain makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Rain tries a body shot but Penaali blocks it.
Rain lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Penaali.#T2#
Penaali can't get the takedown.
A short body shot lands from Rain as the two fighters clinch.
Rain tries to work over Penaali's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rain working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rain misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rain lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A right handed body shot lands from Rain.
Penaali is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Rain gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Rain has a couple of punches blocked by Penaali.
Rain gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Penaali.
Rain working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rain.
Nice body punch from Rain.
Penaali has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Rain after a bit of a struggle. #T3#
Rain misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rain stops a takedown attempt from Penaali.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rain.
Rain scores with a shot to the side of Penaali's head.
Rain lands a big right hand that drops Penaali! The killer instinct kicks in and Rain finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Rain!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Titan Rain!
Titan Rain was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
Death Squad 359:Anton v B'den
Date: Nov 26, 2016 |
#R1#
Malvo tries to land a front kick but Rain steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Malvo swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Rain.
Malvo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Cooker in the buildup to the fight.
Malvo on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#CL#
Malvo has Rain up against the cage in a clinch.
Malvo misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Malvo.
Rain works on Malvo's body with a couple of short punches.
Rain lands with a right to the head.
Rain blocks an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rain.
Rain goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rain misses with a body punch.
Rain's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Malvo works on Rain's body with a couple of short punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rain.
Rain lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rain tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Malvo.
Malvo misses with some punches.
Rain swings wildly with an uppercut but Malvo uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
A short uppercut from Malvo.
Malvo avoiding damage.
Malvo stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Rain takes a shot to the head.
Malvo misses with a punch to the body.
Malvo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Malvo throws a head punch that misses.
Rain lands a body punch in the clinch.
Rain misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rain lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Malvo or not.
Malvo throws a head punch that misses.
A short left from Malvo.
A head punch on the inside from Malvo fails to land.
Malvo lands a right hand.
Malvo misses with the head strike.
Rain misses with a punch on the inside.
Rain lands a left hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC2#
Rain breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A decent looking cross lands there for Rain.#T2#
Rain shoots in but Malvo avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Malvo throws a leg kick but Rain checks it.
Malvo checks a leg kick.
A quick step to the side and Malvo tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice shot lands for Malvo.
Malvo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Malvo throws a looping overhand right but Rain ducks down to avoid it.
A leg kick checked by Malvo.
Malvo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rain sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Rain, right into the meat.
Rain misses with a two punch combination.
Malvo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Good leg kick by Malvo there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Rain has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Malvo.
Malvo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rain buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lorne Malvo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Malvo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rain.
A little feinted left hand from Malvo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T3#
Rain ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Malvo throws the left hand but Rain avoids the punch easily.
Rain walks into a stiff left hand from Malvo.
Rain throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
A lazy body kick from Rain
and Malvo counters with a slapping leg kick.
Malvo scores with a hook.
Rain misses the jab.
Malvo connects with a crisp jab.
Malvo lands a nice hook to Rain's body. Rain takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Malvo moves out of range of the body kick.
Malvo feinted there with a counter leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Rain.
Malvo is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Malvo moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT#
It looks like Titan Rain has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A slapping leg kick lands for Malvo.
Malvo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Malvo will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#T4#
Malvo takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Malvo walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Rain checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A leg kick checked by Rain.
Rain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rain misses with an attempted mid kick.
Good exchange - Rain coming out on top.
Rain throws a leg kick but Malvo sees it coming and moves out of range.
Rain has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Rain misses with a straight right.
Rain throws a right hand that misses
and Malvo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rain lands with a hook. Malvo tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Rain throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rain ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
The fighters circling - Rain throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Malvo is looking to counter punch.
A low kick from Malvo misses
and Rain counters with a stiff right hand.
Rain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malvo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lorne Malvo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Titan Rain's cut.
That's time! Malvo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Malvo works Rain's body with a nice hook.
Malvo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Malvo throws the kick towards the body but Rain avoids it.
Malvo scores with a jab to the head.
Rain throws a nice outside leg kick.
Lorne Malvo is winning the standup battle so far.
Rain throws a lazy body kick
and Malvo counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Rain thinking.
Rain slips under a jab from Malvo.
Malvo throws a nice inside leg kick.
Rain wants to land a leg kick but Malvo is out of range.
Malvo uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Rain has time to react.
Malvo cracks Rain with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A leg kick checked by Rain.
And Rain tries to counter it with a takedown but Malvo pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Malvo misses with a two punch combination.
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!
Rain throws a lazy right hand but Malvo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Malvo misses with a wild combination.
Malvo misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Malvo turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Malvo throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Rain.
Malvo misses with a wild body shot.
Rain misses with a body kick.
Malvo throws a push kick but Rain slaps the foot to one side.
A chopping leg kick lands by Rain.
Malvo scores with a sloppy right hand. Rain should have avoided that one.
Rain avoids the head kick by Malvo.
Some bone on bone action there as Malvo checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A little feinted left hand from Malvo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rain scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Rain checks a low kick from Malvo.
Rain misses with a looping right.#CL#
Malvo pushes Rain up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rain pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A bone on bone clash there as Malvo blocks the leg kick.
Malvo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Malvo looks to land a body kick but Rain moved away.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rain digs a good hook to Malvo's body.
Malvo misses with a looping right.
Malvo lands a jab to Rain's midsection.
Malvo chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Rain can pounce on him.
Rain bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Malvo's head backwards.
Malvo tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Malvo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rain can do to turn this around?
Malvo blocks the body kick.
Rain walks forward, straight into a front kick from Malvo.
Rain misses with a takedown attempt - Malvo sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Rain checks a leg kick.
Rain on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Rain throws a head kick that misses. #CL#
Malvo forces Rain back against the cage and clinches.
Rain struggles to land a body shot inside as Malvo controls his hands.
Malvo lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rain is trying to break free.#T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rain.
Malvo digs a right hand underneath Rain's ribcage. Rain let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A nice left hand lands by Malvo.
Rain throws a punch but it's blocked by Malvo.
Malvo working aggressively here.
Malvo lands a body punch.
Rain misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Malvo fails to land.
Malvo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Rain backwards.
Rain takes a shot to the head.
Malvo lands with a short shot to the head.
Rain is trying to break the clinch but Malvo has him pressed against the cage.
Malvo lands an uppercut.
Rain doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Malvo is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Malvo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rain's elbow.
Malvo takes a shot to the head.
Rain blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Malvo scores with a nice hook to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Malvo has a couple of punches blocked by Rain.
Rain misses with a punch to the body.
#T4#
Malvo missing with knees to the body.
Rain is trying to push Malvo away but Malvo has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Malvo scores with a nice hook to the head.
Rain lands with a left to the head.
Rain throws a punch but it's blocked by Malvo.
Rain working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC2#
Rain's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Malvo walks into a stiff left hand from Rain.
Malvo walks forward, straight into a front kick from Rain.
A big right from Malvo misses.
Some bone on bone action there as Rain checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Rain takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Malvo lands with a nice body punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A leg kick checked by Malvo.
Rain thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rain delivers a nice body kick.
A cross from Malvo lands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lorne Malvo dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Titan Rain's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Malvo throws a head kick but Rain moves out of range.
Malvo with a nice cross.
The crowd cheers as Malvo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Rain doesn't seem phased though.
Malvo takes a swing at Rain's ribcage but misses.
Rain comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Malvo looks to land a left hand but Rain moved out of range nicely.
Malvo checks the leg kick.
A little feinted left hand from Malvo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Malvo jabs Rain right on the nose. Rain blinks but takes it well.
Rain misses with a kick to the body.
Malvo misses with an uppercut.
Rain appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Malvo scores with a crisp jab that stopped Rain in his tracks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Rain throws a hook but Malvo blocks it.
Rain takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Rain bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#ES#
Malvo throws Rain to one side and escapes!#T1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Malvo.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Malvo, right into the meat.
Rain throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Rain lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Malvo is looking to score with low kicks.
Good standup being displayed there by Malvo as he connects with a hook.#TD2#
Rain closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Malvo quickly recovers to half guard.#ES#
Malvo makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Malvo lands a jab.
Malvo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rain.
Malvo tries to work over Rain's front leg with a kick but Rain checks it.
Rain is trying to counter with his kicks.
Malvo avoids the head kick by Rain.
Malvo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Rain avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Malvo misses with a kick to the body #TD2#
and Rain counters with a nice double leg into side control. Malvo won't be happy with that. #T2#
Malvo is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Rain's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Malvo manages to get to full guard.
Rain throws a big right hand that misses.
Malvo working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Rain.
Rain won't allow Malvo to get back to his feet.
Malvo keeping moving, preventing Rain from controlling successfully. #T3#
Rain postures up.
Malvo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rain manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Malvo with a nice head shot there.
Rain working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Malvo.
Rain looking to hit a scissor sweep but Malvo is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Rain had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Malvo defends it easily.#T4#
Malvo trying to control but Rain is working from the bottom.
Malvo slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Malvo throws a big right hand that misses.
Malvo wants to control from the top but Rain keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Rain connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lorne Malvo clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Titan Rain's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Rain throws a hook but Malvo blocks it.
Malvo moves in looking to clinch but Rain pushes him off.
Malvo ducks right into an uppercut from Rain.
Malvo fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Rain is out of range.
Rain lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Rain avoids a kick to the body.
Malvo throws out a leg kick but Rain moves out of range and Malvo only half commits.
Malvo takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Malvo attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Rain walks into a straight right hand from Malvo.
Malvo keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Malvo misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Rain walks into a straight right hand from Malvo.
Rain tries to land a body kick
and Malvo counters with an outside leg kick.
Rain tries to land a front kick but Malvo steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T1#
Malvo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Malvo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Malvo throws a series of punches but Rain avoids them all with ease.
Rain moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Malvo is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Malvo checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Malvo misses with a straight left.
Malvo avoids the head kick by Rain.
Rain lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Rain is looking to score with low kicks.
Malvo throws a good cross that connects.
Rain throws a hook but Malvo avoids it easily.
Malvo throws a leg kick which misses Rain's front leg but catches the back leg as Rain tries to avoid it.
Malvo jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Malvo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rain drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jab from Rain.#T2#
Rain tries to land a leg kick but Malvo saw it coming and moves away.
A little feinted left hand from Malvo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rain works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A thudding body kick lands there by Malvo!
Rain uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Malvo.
Rain jabs Malvo right on the nose. Malvo blinks but takes it well.
A clash of legs there as Malvo blocks the low kick.
It looked like Malvo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rain blocks the body kick.
Rain lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Rain. That's going to slow Malvo down.
Malvo tries to clinch up.
Malvo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#TD2#
Rain closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Rain lands in his opponent's guard.
Malvo keeping full guard, as Rain tries to pass. #T3#
Malvo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rain manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Rain looking to hit a scissor sweep but Malvo is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Rain looking for a guillotine here but Malvo defends easily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rain is on top in guard.
#REVB##T4#
Malvo wants to improve his position but instead Rain has moved into half guard.
Malvo regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Rain.
Malvo is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Rain throwing strikes but missing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Lorne Malvo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Titan Rain's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R5#
Malvo thows a body kick. Rain tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Rain lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Malvo moves out of range as Rain strikes.
Malvo wants to clinch up but Rain keeps it at a distance.
Rain steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Malvo.
Rain ducks under a wild hook from Malvo.
The fighters circling - Malvo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Malvo with a nice cross.
Rain blocks a jab.
Malvo swinging wildly here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malvo wants to clinch.
Rain uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Malvo.#T1#
A punch lands to the side of Malvo 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Rain swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rain waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Malvo.
A clash of legs there as Malvo blocks the low kick.
Malvo connects with a looping right hand.
Malvo walks into a straight right hand from Rain.
Rain attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Rain throws a nice inside leg kick. #CL#
Malvo fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rain, pushing him back against the cage.
Rain lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Rain doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rain can't find room to land a body shot as Malvo controls the action.
Malvo scores with a shoulder strike.
Malvo lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rain misses with a punch to the body.
Malvo wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Rain has him pressed against the cage.#T2#
Rain throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Malvos head.
Rain has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Malvo misses with a body punch.
Rain blocking some punches.
Rain lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Malvo prevents the takedown attempt.
A short right from Rain.
Titan Rain has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rain tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Malvo's elbow.
A short uppercut from Malvo.
Rain tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Malvo works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Rain tries a body shot but Malvo blocks it.
A short body shot lands from Malvo as the two fighters clinch.
Rain tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rain lands a right hand that snaps the head of Malvo backwards.
Rain lands with a left to the head. #BC2#
Rain breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Malvo wants to clinch up but Rain keeps it at a distance.#TD2#
Rain gets a takedown into half guard.#ES#
Malvo has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Rain is on him like a limpet, forcing Malvo back against the cage.#T3#
Malvo throws a punch but it's blocked by Rain.
Malvo scores with a shot to the side of Rain's head.
Rain swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Malvo lands a nice uppercut.
Malvo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rain.
Rain misses with the head strike.
Malvo lands with a short shot to the head.
Rain blocks an uppercut.
Rain doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Malvo misses with a punch on the inside.
Rain blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Malvo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lorne Malvo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Malvo is pressed up against the cage. Rain has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Malvo down to the mat. Malvo avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Rain misses with a hook. Malvo ducked under it nicely.
Rain misses with a straight right.
Malvo connects with a high kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rain throws a solid leg kick but Malvo takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Rain.
Rain takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Malvo connects with a solid leg kick. #CL#
Malvo pushes Rain up against the cage in a clinch.
Rain misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Malvo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rain goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Malvo throws a head punch that misses.
Rain digs a right hand into Malvo's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Malvo's gas tank.
Rain misses with the head strike.
Rain doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lorne Malvo showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Malvo 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 50:45
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 50:45
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lorne Malvo!
In his post fight interview, Lorne Malvo gave a big smile as he said 'There are no saints in the animal kingdom. Only breakfast and dinner. '.
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Date: Nov 11, 2016 |
#R1#
Rain cracks Oketch with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Rain looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Oketch moves out of range as Rain strikes.
Oketch tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Oketch misses with a hook.
Rain avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Oketch on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A decent looking cross lands there for Oketch.
Oketch gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Rain.
Oketch takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Oketch scores with a push kick.
Oketch waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rain.
Nice straight punches there by Oketch. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Oketch.
Oketch misses with a lunging right hand
and Rain counters with a lovely straight right hand!
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!
Rain takes one to the side of the head.
Nice defenses there by Oketch.
Oketch drops his hands momentarily and Rain takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Rain keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Oketch.
Rain takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Oketch looks to throw the jab but Rain is out of range.
Oketch misses with a double jab.
#T1#
Rain looks to land a combination but Oketch avoids it well.
Rain connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A telegraphed right hand from Rain misses the target.
Rain scores with a nice strike.
Oketch uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rain.
Rain bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rain attempts a counter takedown but Oketch avoids it well and moves away.
Oketch misses with a straight left.
Oketch connects with a nice looking jab.
Oketch attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Oketch misses with a left hand
and Rain counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD#
Rain gets a double leg takedown into Oketch's guard.
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!
Oketch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rain is one step ahead there.
Rain is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T2#
Rain scoring with punches to the head and body.
Rain looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Oketch trying to control the position.
Rain postures up and lands a big shot to Oketch's brow.
Rain chips away with some ground and pound.
Oketch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T3#
Rain controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Rain scoring with punches to the head and body.
Rain is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Oketch utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Oketch looking to control.
Oketch can't keep his opponent in guard - Rain advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Oketch gets back to full guard.
Oketch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rain is one step ahead there.
Oketch is pulling down on Rain's head. It's preventing any offense from Rain, at least for the moment.#T4#
Oketch keeping full guard, as Rain tries to pass.
Rain is working Oketch over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Rain working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Rain keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Oketch's head.#SUB2#
Oketch escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rain gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Rain passes Oketch's left leg - he's now in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Titan Rain dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Rain throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Oketch connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Titan Rain is winning the standup battle so far.
Oketch shoots in but Rain avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Oketch throws a solid leg kick but Rain takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Oketch.
Titan Rain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rain looks to score with a jab to the body but Oketch is just out of range.
Oketch lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#TD#
Rain looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Oketch keeping full guard, as Rain tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rain is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Rain has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Rain tries to free his leg and advance position but Oketch is retaining full guard. #T1#
Rain in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Rain trying to control the position from guard on top but Oketch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rain is really struggling to control Oketch but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Rain lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rain is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Rain is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Oketch can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Oketch working for submissions but it's allowed Rain to get to half guard.
Oketch taking some punishment here, with Rain in his half guard. #T2#
Oketch on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Oketch is looking for a sweep. Rain is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Oketch has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rain is working away from the top position though.
Rain frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Oketch is desperately trying to improve his position but Rain has a good base and remains in mount.
Rain is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Rain tries to control but Oketch wriggling away.
Oketch keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Rain tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Rain avoids the attempt from Oketch to control.
Oketch is squirming around, avoiding Rain's attempts to control the action.
Oketch tries to hold on but Rain postures up.
Rain lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Oketch can't escape the position.
Rain controlling the position easily from mount. #T4#
Rain landing strikes from the mount.
Oketch tries to lock up and control but Rain gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Rain connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Oketch is looking to get to half guard.
Oketch tries to lock up and control but Rain gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rain can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Oketch is looking to escape.
Oketch tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Titan Rain dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Rain avoids a kick to the body.
Rain fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Oketch has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Oketch wants to land a leg kick but Rain is out of range.
Rain takes a swing at Oketch's ribcage but misses.
Oketch tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Rain uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Oketch.
Oketch cracks Rain with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Oketch misses with a straight right.
Oketch takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Rain looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Rain lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Rain is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Rain doesn't manage to clinch there - Oketch circles away.
Oketch is looking to score with low kicks.
Rain takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
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!
Oketch does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. #T1#
Oketch connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Rain scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Oketch avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rain pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rain wants to slow Oketch down by chopping away at his legs.
Rain scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Rain delivers a nice body kick.
Oketch takes one to the side of the head.
Rain ducks under a wild hook from Oketch.
Oketch thows a left - swing and a miss!
A jab from Oketch finds it's way through Rain's defenses.
Oketch throws a body shot but no joy.
Rain lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Rain throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Oketch.
Rain wants to land a leg kick but Oketch is out of range. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big left from Oketch misses. #CL#
Rain moves into range and clinches up with Oketch.
Rain goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rain prevents a takedown attempt there.
Oketch tries to circle away but Rain has him pinned against the cage.
Oketch blocking some punches.
Rain tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rain swings wildly with an uppercut but Oketch uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rain throws a head punch that misses.
Rain tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rain working aggressively here.
Oketch lands a left hand.
Oketch looking for a takedown.
Rain presses Oketch against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T3#
Oketch lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rain fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rain lands with a left to the head. #BC2#
Oketch breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rain checks a leg kick nicely.
Oketch swats away the attempt to clinch by Rain.
Oketch on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Rain. Rain obviously looking to wear him down.
Rain throws a nice outside leg kick.
Oketch moves out of range as Rain strikes.
Oketch only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Rain throws a jab but it's blocked by Oketch.
Horrible takedown attempt by Rain or perhaps it was just good defense by Oketch, which made it look bad.
Oketch just misses with a punch to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Rain misses the target.#T4#
Rain throws a big shot that misses.
Oketch misses with a straight right.
Rain misses with a hook. Oketch ducked under it nicely.
Rain wants to slow Oketch down by chopping away at his legs.
Rain takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Rain finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Oketch bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Oketch feints a counter leg kick.
Oketch misses with an uppercut.
Rain was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice leg kick lands there from Oketch.
Oketch lands a really nice looking cross but Rain seems unphased.
Rain fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Titan Rain. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Oketch connects with a solid leg kick.
Rain throws a front kick that sends Oketch stumbling back into the cage.
A jab from Rain misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Titan Rain did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R4#
Rain checks the leg kick.
Rain appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Rain ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Oketch moves away.
Rain fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Rain shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Oketch as he avoids it easily.
Rain swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Oketch catches Rain with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Oketch scores with a jab to the head.
Rain throws a body kick that misses. #TD2#
Rain gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Oketch to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Rain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Rain is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T1##SUB#
Rain escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Oketch gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Oketch looking to pass the guard.
Oketch seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Rain keeping full guard, as Oketch tries to pass.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Rain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Rain preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Rain is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Oketch defends well.
Rain keeping moving, preventing Oketch from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Rain escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Oketch gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Rain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3#
Oketch waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rain.
Rain tries to clinch but Oketch is having none of it.
Rain misses with a hook. Oketch ducked under it nicely.
Oketch tries a quick counter leg kick but Rain is wise to it.
Rain fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Oketch checks it well.
Oketch jabs Rain right on the nose. Rain blinks but takes it well.
Oketch avoids the body shot from Rain.
Oketch walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Oketch uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rain.
Rain fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Oketch.
Rain checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Nice cross by Rain.
Oketch throws a nice inside leg kick.
Rain scores with a crisp jab that stopped Oketch in his tracks.
Oketch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rain sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4#
Oketch throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Oketch tries a head kick but it misses.
Rain takes a jab right on the kisser.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters circling - Rain throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Rain attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Rain throws a solid leg kick but Oketch takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Rain.
Rain on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Oketch. Rain shrugs it off though.
Oketch sizes up Rain with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #TD2#
Oketch is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Rain's half guard.
Oketch missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Oketch wants to control but Rain is keeping him busy.
Rain is trying to get back to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vincent Oketch dominated that fourth round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R5#
Rain throws an overhand right that lands on Oketch's shoulder, as Oketch tries to avoid the shot.
Oketch drops his hands momentarily and Rain takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CL#
Rain gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Rain misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Oketch.
Oketch tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Oketch tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Oketch misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rain wants to break free but Oketch has control.
#BC2#
Oketch escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A solid leg kick lands there for Oketch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Oketch shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Rain napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Oketch working the ground and pound.
Oketch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rain keeps working.
Oketch cracks Rain with a big right hand but Rain just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
My spies in DJs Locker inform me that Oketch has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T1#
Rain is trying to improve his position.
Oketch lands an elbow.
Rain is trying to improve his position.
Rain is working hard here to advance position.
Oketch controls the position from side control.
Oketch looks up at the clock and then as Rain takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Oketch smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Rain is trying to improve his position.
Rain takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Oketch trying to control the position but Rain is working away.
Rain is trying to escape the position but Oketch is controlling the position.
Oketch tries to score with some ground and pound. Rain controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Rain is trying to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Rain's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Vincent Oketch has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3##SUB2#
Oketch goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Rain has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Oketch but great work by Rain.
Oketch is looking to regain half guard here but Rain keeps moving and retains side control.
Oketch manages to get back to half guard.
Oketch has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rain is working away from the top position though.
Oketch is pressing down on Rain's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Oketch is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Rain postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T4#
Rain not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Oketch working a defensive guard here.
Rain is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Rain is looking to work some ground and pound but Oketch has wrist control.
Titan Rain overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Rain is working Oketch over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Oketch is trying to keep Rain in close.
Oketch has momentary wrist control but Rain slips an elbow through the middle.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Vincent Oketch.
Well Rain 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 48:47
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 48:47
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Titan Rain!
Titan Rain retains his bantamweight title!
Titan Rain was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
CEC 476
Date: Oct 12, 2016 |
#R1#
Rain chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Preston can pounce on him.
Preston throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Rain misses the target.
Rain throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rain looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Preston throws a shot from downtown. Rain moves away and avoids it.
Jab from Preston.
Rain lands a nice leg kick that just misses Preston's sensitive parts.
Rain moves into range and connects with a jab.
Preston misses with an uppercut. Rain saw that one coming.
Rain appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
We've been informed that Preston has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Preston chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Rain throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
It seemed like Preston was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Preston connects with a high kick. #CUT2#
It looks like Titan Rain has been cut.
Preston cracks a nice hook into Rain's ribs.
Preston looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A solid body kick from Rain.
Preston throws out a loose jab but Rain uses good head movement to avoid it.
Preston lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Preston, right into the meat.
Rain fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Preston is out of range.
Preston doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T1#
Preston throws a hook but Rain blocks it.
Rain throws a head kick that half lands.
Preston throws a hook but Rain avoids it easily.
Rain attempts a counter takedown but Preston avoids it well and moves away.
Preston tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Rain lands a head shot.
Preston lands with a good body shot.
Rain blocks the body kick.
Rain tries to score with a low kick but Preston moves his leg out of the way.
Preston throws the kick towards the body but Rain avoids it.
Aiden Preston is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A big left from Rain misses.
Preston pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nice shot by Rain.
Rain slips a jab from Preston.
Preston drops his hands momentarily and Rain takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A lazy body kick from Rain
and Preston counters with a slapping leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rain throws a head kick that misses.
Preston pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T2#
Preston throws a sloppy head kick and Rain moves out of range easily.
Rain on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Titan Rain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rain scores with a kick to the body.
Preston throws a body punch but Rain moves out of range.
The crowd cheers as Rain lands an impressive looking overhand right. Preston doesn't seem phased though.
Preston is looking to land body kicks.
Rain avoids the body shot from Preston.
Preston swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#CL2#
Preston darts in and clinches Rain up against the cage.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Preston.
Preston looking to throw knees to the head but Rain is blocking nicely.
Preston working aggressively here.
Rain scores with a hook to the body.#BC#
Rain manages to break the clinch.
Rain takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Preston scores with a jab to the head.
Rain lands a glancing blow to the side of Preston's head.#T3#
Nice shot by Rain.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Rain lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Preston has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Preston and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
As Rain backs off Preston throws a huge counter combo but Rain manages to avoid it all.
Rain misses with a wild combination.
Rain waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Preston.
Good shot there by Preston.
Preston takes a swing at Rain's ribcage but misses.
Rain misses with a head kick.
Preston throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rain sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It appears Rain was looking to counter with a kick there.
Rain circles away from the clinch attempt.
Rain attempts a counter takedown but Preston avoids it well and moves away.
Preston walks forward, straight into a front kick from Rain.#TD#
Rain looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Preston is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T4#
Preston working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Rain. #ES2#
Preston scrambles and gets back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rain with a jab.
Rain tries to move into range but Preston moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Preston checks a low kick from Rain.
Preston is looking to clinch.
Rain turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Rain moves out of range of the strikes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Preston throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD#
Rain looking to score a takedown here. Preston is defending well but Rain drives through and ends up in Preston's guard.#ES2#
Preston uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Preston misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Aiden Preston will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Titan Rain's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Rain throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Preston stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Preston throws a hook to the side of Rain's head but Rain sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jab by Rain.
Preston throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A punch lands to the side of Preston 's head but he takes it in his stride.#TD#
Rain looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Preston!#ES2#
Preston bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rain connects with a solid leg kick.
Preston misses with a looping left.
Rain lands with a good body shot.
Rain keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Preston looks to score with a jab to the body but Rain is just out of range.
A jab from Rain misses.
Rain ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Preston chopping away at his opponent's legs.
#CL2#
Preston clinches.
Rain lands a left hand that snaps the head of Preston backwards.
Rain lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Preston prevents the takedown attempt.
Rain has a couple of punches blocked by Preston.
#BC#
Rain escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Preston keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Preston moves out of range of the body kick.
A swing and a miss from Rain.
Preston takes a swing at Rain's ribcage but misses.
Rain throws out a loose jab but Preston uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rain throws out a leg kick but Preston moves out of range and Rain only half commits.
Rain throws a head kick that misses.
Preston uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Rain has time to react.
Preston tries to clinch but Rain moves out of range. #T2#
Preston throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rain throws a shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rain misses with an uppercut
and Preston counters with a nice leg kick.
Rain tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Preston is able to avoid easily.
Preston takes a jab right on the kisser.
Rain works Preston's body with a nice hook.
Preston throws a hook but Rain avoids it easily.
Rain throws a right and a left that both miss.
Preston misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Titan Rain is winning the standup battle so far.
Rain lands a nice shot that snaps Preston's head back.
Rain takes one to the chin there.
Rain cracks a nice hook into Preston's ribs.
Rain tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Preston was well out of range. Poor timing from Rain.
Preston misses with a kick to the body #TD#
and Rain counters with a nice double leg into side control. Preston won't be happy with that.
Preston is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Rain asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T3#
Rain trying to control the position but Preston is working away.
Preston pushes Rain away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Rain gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
An elbow from Rain crashes against the mat.
Preston managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Rain.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rain wants to control for a moment but Preston uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Preston pushes Rain off looking to stand but Rain dives back in and keeps control.
Rain has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Preston keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Rain landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T4#
Rain stops Preston from getting back to his feet.
Rain not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Preston wants to get back to his feet.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Aiden Preston has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Rain is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Rain tries to pass to full mount but Preston defends it.
Preston is looking to escape.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Titan Rain dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Titan Rain's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R3#
Preston misses with an uppercut
and Rain counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
An inside leg kick from Rain misses.
Preston keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rain defending well as Preston loads up on a big left hand.
Preston lands with an uppercut that bounces Rain off the cage and back into range.
Preston blocks a jab.
Rain pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Rain throws a push kick but Preston slaps the foot to one side.
Preston lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Preston misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#CL2#
Preston moves into the clinch.
Rain goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Preston backwards.
Preston misses with a punch on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Rain.
Rain tries to work over Preston's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Preston tries to throw a body punch but Rain avoids it by throwing Preston back against the cage.
Rain takes an elbow to the forehead. #T1#
Rain is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC#
Rain breaks the clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from Rain misses the target.
Preston let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Preston connects with the punch.
Rain looks to land a right hand but Preston moved out of range.
Preston checks a leg kick nicely.#TD#
Rain bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Preston wants to get back to his feet.
Preston tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Preston wants to get back to his feet.
Preston is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Rain off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#T2##SUB#
Preston is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Preston trying to get back to his feet but Rain is in full control for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Preston is trying to defend against the choke here but Rain has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Rain Tightens the hold and Preston taps out furiously! Rain displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Titan Rain!
Titan Rain retains his bantamweight title!
After the fight, Titan Rain was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
CEC 471
Date: Sep 16, 2016 |
#R1#
Of Rivia fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Rain checks it well.
Of Rivia scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Of Rivia looks to score with a jab to the body but Rain is just out of range.
Rain swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Of Rivia uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rain.
Of Rivia drops his hands momentarily and Rain takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Rain fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Of Rivia manages to avoid it.
A jab from Of Rivia misses.
Rain walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Of Rivia checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Nice defenses there by Rain.
Rain lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Of Rivia throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Of Rivia blocks a low kick nicely.
A leg kick checked by Of Rivia.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain misses with a left hand
and Of Rivia counters with a nice low kick that buckles Rain's knee momentarily.
Of Rivia misses with a body kick.
Of Rivia tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Rain ducks under a wild hook from Of Rivia.
Rain throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Rain misses with a body shot.
Of Rivia looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Rain lands with a thumping leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Rain misses the target.
Of Rivia takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Of Rivia misses with a straight right.
Of Rivia lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Of Rivia blocks a low kick nicely.
Of Rivia misses the jab.
Good shot there by Of Rivia.
Rain takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Geralt Of Rivia is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Of Rivia looks to land a left hand but Rain moved out of range nicely.
Rain throws a right and a left that both miss.
Rain tried to score with a low kick but Of Rivia checks it.
Of Rivia misses with a body shot.
Rain fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Of Rivia works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A bone on bone clash there as Of Rivia blocks the leg kick.
A big right from Of Rivia misses. #T2#
A nice leg kick lands there from Of Rivia.
Of Rivia stuns Rain with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Of Rivia throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Of Rivia takes a shot to the body in his stride.
We've been hearing reports that Rain has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
No joy there for Of Rivia, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Of Rivia throws the kick towards the body but Rain avoids it.
Rain avoids the body shot from Of Rivia.
Of Rivia throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rain tries a head kick but it misses.
Of Rivia misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rain.
Rain is looking to counter punch.
Of Rivia throws a big shot that misses.
Rain throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting Of Rivia counter with a right hand.
Of Rivia throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Rain tries to move into range but Of Rivia moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Rain blocks a leg kick.
Of Rivia with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
#T3#
Rain lands with a nice body punch.
Rain cracks Of Rivia with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Rain attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Of Rivia follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
The crowd cheers as Of Rivia lands an impressive looking overhand right. Rain doesn't seem phased though.
Rain tries to land a front kick but Of Rivia steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Of Rivia throws a big shot that misses.
Of Rivia fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rain has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Of Rivia swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Rain counters with a nice uppercut.
Of Rivia misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rain.
Of Rivia tries a low kick but Rain avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Rain misses the target.
Of Rivia misses with a hook to the body
and Rain counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rain bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Of Rivia's head backwards.#TD#
Rain drives through with a takedown into Of Rivia's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rain missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Of Rivia working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Rain.
Rain pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Of Rivia is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Of Rivia keeping moving, preventing Rain from controlling successfully.
Rain looking to pass the guard.
Rain postures up in Of Rivia's guard and throws a big left but Of Rivia blocks it.
Of Rivia pulls Rain in close to prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rain throws a big right hand that misses.
Of Rivia can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rain controls the pace.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Rain in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Geralt Of Rivia will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Rain throws a low kick but it's checked well by Of Rivia.
Of Rivia takes a swing at Rain's ribcage but misses.
Nice body kick there by Of Rivia.
Of Rivia throws a leg kick but Rain moved away.
Of Rivia scores with the left hand. Rain knows he should have avoided that one.
Of Rivia misses with an uppercut.
Rain gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Of Rivia on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Rain throws a combination. Of Rivia tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Of Rivia swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Of Rivia digs a good hook to Rain's body.
Rain has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Of Rivia finds it's way round the side to connect with Rain's head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Of Rivia keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rain misses with a straight right.
Of Rivia connects with a solid leg kick.
Rain throws a leg kick but Of Rivia sees it coming and moves out of range. #T1#
Of Rivia ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Of Rivia swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rain throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Of Rivia throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Nice straight punches there by Of Rivia. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Of Rivia.
Of Rivia misses with an uppercut. Rain saw that one coming.
Of Rivia tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Rain uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A slow jab from Of Rivia misses its intended target.
Rain appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Rain looks to land a right hand but Of Rivia moved out of range.
Rain blocks a jab.
Of Rivia moves out of range as Rain strikes.
Of Rivia misses with a head kick.
Rain jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Of Rivia jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Of Rivia scores with a nice right hand.
Rain lands a nice shot that snaps Of Rivia's head back.
Of Rivia throws the kick towards the body but Rain avoids it.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rain attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Rain checks a low kick from Of Rivia.
Rain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Of Rivia.
Nice cross by Of Rivia.
Rain takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Rain fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rain throws a body kick that misses.
Of Rivia tries to counter by closing the distance.
Of Rivia uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rain.
Rain takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Rain takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Of Rivia misses with a looping left.
Of Rivia ducks under a wild hook from Rain.
Of Rivia blocks a low kick nicely.
Rain fails to land the takedown.
Rain takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#T3#
Rain connects with a good right hand that stumbles Of Rivia. Of Rivia circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Jab from Rain.
Of Rivia misses with a looping right.
Rain has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Of Rivia.
Rain throws a body shot but no joy.
Rain lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Of Rivia at a distance.
Rain lands with a hook. Of Rivia tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Of Rivia ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rain moves away.
Rain shoots and misses
and Of Rivia counters with a right hand to the body.
Rain throws a looping overhand right but Of Rivia ducks down to avoid it.
Of Rivia misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Rain to counter with a crisp jab.
Rain lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Rain walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Of Rivia checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Of Rivia takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Of Rivia lands a body shot.
#T4#
Rain moves out of range as Of Rivia strikes.
Rain shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Titan Rain. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rain throws a low kick but it's checked well by Of Rivia.
Of Rivia misses with a body shot.
Geralt Of Rivia seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Decent striking displayed by Of Rivia there.
Of Rivia fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Rain checks it well.
Rain walks into a left hand.
Rain thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rain rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Of Rivia counters with an inside leg kick.
Rain ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Of Rivia pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rain misses with a hook. Of Rivia ducked under it nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Of Rivia lands with a shot to the body.
Of Rivia lands with a straight right. Rain didn't see that one coming.
Of Rivia throws the left hand but Rain avoids the punch easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Geralt Of Rivia showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Of Rivia looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Rain shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Of Rivia avoids the body shot from Rain.
Of Rivia only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Of Rivia ducks right into an uppercut from Rain.
Of Rivia misses with a straight right.
Of Rivia connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Rain misses with a body shot.
Rain throws a big shot that misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Of Rivia.
Rain avoids the body shot from Of Rivia.
Rain lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Of Rivia at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain connects with a solid leg kick.
Rain avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Of Rivia fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rain manages to avoid it.
Rain stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Of Rivia.#T1#
A swing and a miss from Rain.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rain. Of Rivia does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rain throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Rain keeps Of Rivia at a distance using the push kick.
Of Rivia throws a low kick but it's checked well by Rain.
Rain changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Of Rivia feints and then cracks Rain's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rain down.
Rain will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Rain misses the shot to the body.
Of Rivia scores with a jab. Rain acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Of Rivia tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rain was well out of range. Poor timing from Of Rivia.
Of Rivia jabs at Rain's body.
Of Rivia throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Of Rivia works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Rain throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
An inside leg kick from Rain misses.
Of Rivia misses the shot to the body. #T2#
A low kick from Of Rivia is predictable there
and Rain counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Of Rivia thinking.
A decent looking cross lands there for Of Rivia.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rain gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Of Rivia.
Of Rivia misses with a leg kick
and Rain cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A low kick from Rain misses
and Of Rivia counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Rain is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Rain thuds a left hand into Of Rivia's body.
Of Rivia throws an overhand right that lands on Rain's shoulder, as Rain tries to avoid the shot.
Rain tries to counter with a takedown but Of Rivia is quick to defend against it.
Of Rivia on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Of Rivia misses with a hook to the body
and Rain finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Rain looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Rain throws out a loose jab but Of Rivia uses good head movement to avoid it.
Of Rivia lands a glancing blow to the side of Rain's head.
Rain takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Of Rivia misses with a looping left.
Rain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Of Rivia throws a push kick but Rain slaps the foot to one side.
Of Rivia misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rain is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T3#
Rain connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Of Rivia's hands.
Horrible takedown attempt by Rain or perhaps it was just good defense by Of Rivia, which made it look bad.
Rain throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Of Rivia looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rain. Of Rivia does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rain throws a big shot that misses.
Of Rivia scores with a crisp jab that stopped Rain in his tracks.
Rain walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Of Rivia checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Of Rivia misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rain.
Rain throws a body shot but no joy.
Rain rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Of Rivia counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A head kick misses from Rain.
Of Rivia misses with a straight right.
Rain steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Of Rivia.#T4#
Rain lands a slapping body shot.
Of Rivia lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Good work by Rain as he checks the leg kick.
Rain swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rain shoots for a double leg takedown but Of Rivia sprawls well. He's pushed Rain's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Of Rivia swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
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!
Rain checks a leg kick.
Of Rivia misses with a looping left.
Nice uppercut there from Of Rivia.
Of Rivia throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rain stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Of Rivia.
Rain dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Of Rivia. That did some damage!
Rain throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Of Rivia.
Of Rivia misses with a hook.
A big right from Of Rivia misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Of Rivia.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Geralt Of Rivia really dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Of Rivia thows a left - swing and a miss!
Good shot there by Rain.
Of Rivia lands a jab to the head.
Of Rivia scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Of Rivia thows a body kick. Rain tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Rain on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A nice inside leg kick there by Of Rivia. That's going to slow Rain down.
Of Rivia misses with a hook.
Rain misses with a low kick.
Rain lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Of Rivia at a distance.
Rain takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Of Rivia misses with a leg kick.
Rain connects with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Of Rivia throws a body shot but no joy.
Rain pivots, looking for a leg kick but Of Rivia is out of range and Rain settles back down.
Of Rivia closes the distance and lands a one-two.#T1#
Rain lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Of Rivia at a distance.
Of Rivia takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A solid leg kick lands there for Rain.
Of Rivia attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Of Rivia misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rain.
Rain throws a leg kick but Of Rivia sees it coming and moves out of range.
Of Rivia throws out a counter right but Rain avoids it with no problem.
Rain scores with the left hand. Of Rivia knows he should have avoided that one.
Of Rivia tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rain was well out of range. Poor timing from Of Rivia.
Rain feinted there with a counter leg kick.
A head kick misses from Of Rivia.
Rain misses with a hook.
Rain on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Rain looks to throw the jab but Of Rivia is out of range.
Of Rivia keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rain.
Of Rivia looks to score with a jab to the body but Rain is just out of range.
Of Rivia throws a quick inside leg kick. #T2#
Rain throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Of Rivia counters with a nice body shot.
Rain shoots in but Of Rivia avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Rain looks to land a combination. Of Rivia sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice uppercut there from Of Rivia.
Of Rivia is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rain.
Of Rivia with a jab.
Of Rivia on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Rain connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Sloppy strikes from Of Rivia. Those never looked like landing.
Rain takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Of Rivia chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Rain can pounce on him.
Rain throws a leg kick but Of Rivia checks it.
Rain slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T3#
Of Rivia steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rain.
Of Rivia tries a quick counter leg kick but Rain is wise to it.
Of Rivia swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Rain counters with a straight right hand.
Of Rivia lands with a cross.
Rain lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Of Rivia misses with a hook.
A good leg kick by Of Rivia.
Rain's corner calls for a 1-2. Rain obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Rain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rain pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Of Rivia pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Rain swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rain tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Of Rivia fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rain manages to avoid it.
Rain throws the left hand but Of Rivia avoids the punch easily.
Of Rivia lands a jab to the nose.#T4#
Rain uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Of Rivia.
Jab by Of Rivia.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rain lands a jab.
Rain throws a half hearted mid kick.
Of Rivia throws a shot from downtown. Rain moves away and avoids it.
Rain throws a chopping leg kick but Of Rivia manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Of Rivia throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Rain connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Of Rivia throws a hook but Rain blocks it.
Sloppy strikes from Of Rivia. Those never looked like landing.
Rain throws a jab but it's blocked by Of Rivia.
Of Rivia fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rain staying out of range there.
Rain misses with an uppercut. Of Rivia saw that one coming.
Of Rivia let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Of Rivia thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rain half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A big right from Rain misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Geralt Of Rivia will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Rain's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R5#
Rain throws a head kick but Of Rivia moves out of range.
Rain scores with a hook.
Of Rivia lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rain at a distance.
Of Rivia misses with a body shot.
Of Rivia's corner calls for a 1-2. Of Rivia obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
A big left from Of Rivia misses.
Of Rivia avoids a kick to the body.
Rain throws a lazy uppercut
and Of Rivia counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Rain thinking.
Rain connects with a good right hand that stumbles Of Rivia. Of Rivia circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Rain throws the kick towards the body but Of Rivia avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Of Rivia listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Rain shoots in for a takedown but Of Rivia shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Of Rivia 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.
A low kick from Of Rivia misses #TD#
so Rain counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #ES2#
Of Rivia manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#T1##BC2#
Of Rivia breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Of Rivia just misses with a punch to the body.
Rain looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Of Rivia loads up on a big right hand but Rain slips the punch.
Rain throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Rain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rain moves out of range of the leg kick from Of Rivia.
Of Rivia is looking to land body kicks.
Of Rivia dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Rain. That did some damage!
Nice defenses there by Rain.
Rain lands a nice shot to the body.
Of Rivia misses with a combination
#TD#
so Rain counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Rain landing with the ground and pound.
Rain trying to control the position from guard on top but Of Rivia is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2##ES2#
Of Rivia scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Titan Rain has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Of Rivia just misses with a punch to the body.
Of Rivia tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rain was well out of range. Poor timing from Of Rivia.
Of Rivia throws the kick towards the body but Rain avoids it.
Of Rivia cracks Rain with a good jab.#TD#
Rain shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Rain was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Rain working the ground and pound.
Rain postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
#T3#
Rain throws an elbow but Of Rivia slips to the side and avoids it well.
Rain looks up at the clock and then as Of Rivia takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Rain smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Of Rivia manages to get back to half guard.
Rain throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Of Rivia has hold of Rain's hands but Rain slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Of Rivia avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Rain.
Rain throwing shots but Of Rivia is blocking nicely.
Rain has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Of Rivia is looking to improve his position.
Rain is nestled in close to Of Rivia, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T4#
Rain throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Rain not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Of Rivia is trying to stand up here but Rain is controlling him well.
Rain thows a huge punch but Of Rivia dodges it nicely.
Rain stops Of Rivia from getting back to his feet.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Rain lands a nice short elbow.
Of Rivia trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Rain is trying to work for a kimura but Of Rivia is defending well.
#SUB#
Rain is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Geralt Of Rivia.
I've got Of Rivia winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 45:50
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 45:50
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 45:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Geralt Of Rivia!
Geralt Of Rivia thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Date: Aug 31, 2016 |
#R1#
Nice body kick from Tutov.
Tutov throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tutov looks to land a combination but Rain avoids it well.
Tutov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rain manages to avoid it.
Rain lands with a good body shot.
Rain misses with an attempted mid kick.
Rain checks the leg kick.
Tutov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Rain turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Rain.
Rain throws a hook to the side of Tutov's head but Tutov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rain misses with a wild body shot.
Tutov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Tutov blocks a leg kick.
Tutov scores with a hook.
Tutov tries to work over Rain's front leg with a kick but Rain checks it.
Tutov blocks a leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tutov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tutov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T1#
Rain takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tutov takes one to the chin there.
Tutov lands a body shot.
Tutov swinging wildly here.
Tutov misses with a straight left.
Tutov swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Rain scores with a jab to the head.
Rain dips to his left and cracks Tutov with an uppercut!
Tutov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rain lands a jab to Tutov's midsection.
Rain lands with a right hand.
Tutov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rain.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tutov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Rain looks to land a combination but Tutov avoids it well.
We've been hearing reports that Rain has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Rain lands a jab to Tutov's midsection.
Rain misses with an uppercut. #T2#
Rain explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Andrey Tutov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tutov tries a head kick but it misses.
Rain takes a swing at Tutov's ribcage but misses.
Tutov tries to score with a low kick but Rain moves his leg out of the way.
Tutov motions for Rain to come forward. Tutov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Rain lands with a nice body kick.
Rain dives in and grabs Tutov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tutov pushes down on Rain's head and hops out.
Tutov connects with the punch.
Rain looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tutov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Rain counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tutov's corner calls for a 1-2. Tutov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
A jab from Rain does it's job there.
A slapping body kick lands there for Rain.
Tutov throws a hook but Rain blocks it.
Rain scores with a decent looking hook.
Rain checks a low kick from Tutov.#T3#
Tutov throws a looping overhand right but Rain ducks down to avoid it.
Rain defending well as Tutov loads up on a big left hand.
Rain swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Rain throws a chopping leg kick but Tutov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Rain on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tutov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Tutov swings for the body but Rain moves out of range.
Rain misses with a body kick.
Tutov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tutov throws a body punch but Rain moves out of range.
Rain wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tutov connects with a leg kick. Rain looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Tutov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rain.
Rain ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tutov moves away.
A slapping body kick lands there for Tutov.
Tutov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Rain is able to avoid easily.
Tutov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Rain.
Rain throws a jab when Tutov was well out of range.
Tutov flicks out a counter leg kick but Rain steps away.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Both fighters circling a little - Rain finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Rain lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Tutov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tutov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tutov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Tutov wants to slow Rain down by chopping away at his legs.
Rain steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Tutov. That one must have hurt.
Tutov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rain buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Rain just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab from Tutov does it's job there.
Rain moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Rain misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tutov.
Tutov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rain misses with a combination
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Tutov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Rain misses with a body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Andrey Tutov will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##TD#
Rain scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Tutov is positioning himself well to prevent Rain advancing to mount.
Tutov tries to get to full guard but Rain has control of the leg.
Tutov is staying active underneath Rain, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Rain seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Tutov on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tutov is trying to control but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Nice strikes from Rain there.
Tutov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Rain working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1##SUB2#
Tutov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rain defends well.
Tutov looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Rain puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Rain thows a huge punch but Tutov dodges it nicely.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tutov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Rain trying to control but Tutov is working from the bottom.
Rain with a nice head shot there.
Rain trying to control but Tutov is working from the bottom. #T2#
Rain lands a couple of digs.
Rain passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Rain trying to control the action but Tutov is working from the bottom.
Tutov is trying to control Rain's posture but Rain avoids it.
Tutov takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Rain is looking to take a break and control but Tutov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rain blocks the strikes from Tutov.
#T3#
Rain working the ground and pound.
Tutov tries to strike from the bottom but misses.
Tutov struggling a bit here.
Tutov is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Rain's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Tutov tries to roll over but Rain keeps him under control.
Rain lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Titan Rain overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
Rain working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Rain missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Rain missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Tutov is trying to control but can't.
Rain landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Tutov is staying active underneath Rain, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Tutov trying to control here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tutov is staying active underneath Rain, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Tutov is trying to control but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Titan Rain dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Tutov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tutov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tutov tries to land a front kick but Rain steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Rain takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tutov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Rain pushes Tutov away with a front kick.
Rain throws a body shot but no joy.
Tutov checks a leg kick nicely.
Tutov scores with a leg kick.
Rain moves out of range of the leg kick from Tutov.
Tutov thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Rain if he has to take too many more of those.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain moves out of range as Tutov throws a body kick.
Rain uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tutov.
Rain jabs Tutov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Rain throws a low kick but Tutov avoids it.
Tutov throws a head kick that misses.
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!
Rain throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tutov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Tutov stuffs the takedown.
Tutov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Tutov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rain.
Tutov takes a swing at Rain's ribcage but misses.
Rain throws a leg kick that misses.
Tutov scores with a leg kick.
Tutov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rain.
Rain is looking to wear down Tutov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Rain moves away from the strike by Tutov.
Rain tries for a takedown but Tutov circles away easily
and Tutov counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Tutov throws a low kick but Rain avoids it.
Rain just misses with a punch to the body.
Rain connects with a single shot there.
Tutov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Tutov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Rain scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T2#
Rain lands a glancing blow to the side of Tutov's head.
Tutov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Tutov.
A head kick by Tutov misses
and Rain connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Rain cracks the inside of Tutov's front leg.
Rain scores with a nice head shot.
Rain digs a good body shot into Tutov's ribs.
Tutov throws a leg kick but Rain sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Rain takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tutov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rain moves away.
Tutov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rain uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tutov.
Rain uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tutov has time to react.
Tutov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Rain throws a right hand that misses
and Tutov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Titan Rain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rain lands a leg kick that knocks Tutov off balance momentarily.#T3#
Rain throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tutov counters with a straight right hand.
Rain misses with an uppercut.
Tutov checks a leg kick.
Tutov throws a push kick but Rain slaps the foot to one side.
A solid body kick from Tutov.
Tutov throws a leg kick but Rain checks it.
Rain half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Rain avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Rain is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Rain throws a nice inside leg kick.
Tutov throws a lazy right hand but Rain sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rain appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Rain connects with a leg kick. Tutov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Rain is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tutov.
A jab from Tutov misses.
Nice shot lands for Tutov.
Tutov throws a hook but Rain blocks it.
Rain throws a right hand that misses
and Tutov counters with a right hand to the body. #T4#
Tutov connects with a solid leg kick.
Tutov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Rain.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A chopping leg kick lands by Tutov.
Rain uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tutov.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tutov. Rain does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rain on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tutov. Tutov obviously looking to wear him down.
Tutov scores with a jab to the head.
Rain takes a swing at Tutov's ribcage but misses.
Tutov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tutov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rain.
Tutov misses with a straight right.
Tutov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rain manages to avoid it.
Tutov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Tutov throws a head kick that misses.
Tutov wants to slow Rain down by chopping away at his legs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Andrey Tutov really dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R4#
Rain steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tutov.
Tutov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Rain avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tutov misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Rain counters with a stiff right hand.
Tutov misses with a kick to the body.
Rain fires out a quick counter leg kick but Tutov just manages to avoid it.
Rain connects with a nice looking jab.
Tutov loads up on a big right hand but Rain slips the punch.
Rain throws a solid leg kick but Tutov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Rain.
Rain blocks a head kick by Tutov.
Rain throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Tutov walks into a straight right hand from Rain.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tutov lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Rain has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Rain and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Rain stuns Tutov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tutov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rain.#T1#
Rain displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tutov throws out the jab.
Tutov takes a swing at Rain's ribcage but misses.
Tutov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tutov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Rain misses with a body kick.
Rain checks the leg kick.
Rain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tutov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Rain moves forwards but Tutov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Rain ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tutov misses with a body shot.
Tutov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Rain tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tutov is able to avoid easily.
Tutov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tutov.
#T2#
Rain lands a nice shot to the body.
Tutov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Rain connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tutov scrambles back to his feet.
Andrey Tutov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rain throws a leg kick but Tutov checks it.
A big left from Rain misses.
Tutov moves out of range as Rain strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rain throws a jab but it's blocked by Tutov.
Tutov moves out of range of the body kick.
Rain wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tutov misses with a two punch combination.
Rain blocks a head kick by Tutov.
Tutov checks a low kick from Rain.
Despite the aggression on Tutov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Tutov lands a nice looking kick to the body. Rain takes a step back to recover.
Rain lands a nice looking kick to the body. Tutov takes a step back to recover.
Rain lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tutov's sensitive parts. #T3#
Tutov throws a wild body kick that Rain sees coming a mile off.
Tutov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rain.
Nice uppercut there from Rain.
Rain fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Tutov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rain lands a nice looking kick to the body. Tutov takes a step back to recover.
Tutov misses with a hook. Rain ducked under it nicely.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Rain.
Tutov ducks under a wild hook from Rain.
Tutov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tutov lands an overhand right.
Rain throws a low kick but Tutov moves out of range easily.
Tutov throws a leg kick #TD#
and Rain counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tutov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rain is one step ahead there. #T4#
Tutov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rain manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Rain looking for a sweep. Not yet Rain, not yet.
Rain trying to control the position.
Tutov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Tutov throwing strikes but missing.
Tutov wants to control from the top but Rain keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Titan Rain had his way with Andrey Tutov in that round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R5#
Tutov misses with a body shot
and Tutov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tutov misses with an attempted mid kick.
Tutov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Rain.
Rain lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tutov's sensitive parts.
Rain ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tutov moves away.
Rain misses with a low kick.
A punch combination from Rain misses.
Rain avoids a kick to the body.
Tutov is looking to score with low kicks.
Tutov lands the left hand.
Tutov connects with a leg kick. Rain looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tutov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rain was well out of range. Poor timing from Tutov.
Tutov throws a low kick but it's checked well by Rain.
Rain half committed to a counter leg kick.
Rain dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tutov moves forwards but Rain connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T1#
Rain dives in and grabs Tutov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tutov pushes down on Rain's head and hops out.
Rain takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tutov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Rain thumps Tutov with a low kick.
Tutov throws a low kick but it's checked well by Rain.
Tutov misses with a straight right.
That kick from Rain tenderised Tutov's leg. Tutov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tutov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tutov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tutov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Rain is out of range.
Rain pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tutov is out of range and Rain settles back down.
Tutov appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Rain uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tutov.
Rain throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Rain throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tutov has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Rain.
Tutov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Rain.
Rain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tutov.
#T2#
A punch lands to the side of Tutov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tutov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tutov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rain was well out of range. Poor timing from Tutov.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rain throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tutov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tutov just misses with a punch to the body.
Rain rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tutov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tutov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tutov misses the shot to the body.
Tutov misses with a looping left.
Rain with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Rain shoots in and drives through. Tutov sprawls well.
Tutov throws a half hearted mid kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Rain darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A good leg kick by Rain. #T3#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Rain.
Rain shoots in looking for a takedown but Tutov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Rain's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Titan Rain. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A slow jab from Rain misses its intended target.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Rain is defended easily by Tutov.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Tutov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tutov connects with a nice looking jab.
Rain dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tutov. That did some damage!
Tutov throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tutov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rain sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice shot by Tutov.
Tutov lands a jab to the nose.#T4#
Rain checks the leg kick.
Rain slips under a jab from Tutov.
Rain tests Tutov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tutov swinging wildly here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tutov wants to slow Rain down by chopping away at his legs.
Rain half committed to a counter leg kick.
Rain attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Some bone on bone action there as Rain checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Rain is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Rain misses with a straight right.
Tutov misses the shot to the body.
Tutov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Nice jab there from Tutov.
Rain checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tutov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Rain's head.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Andrey Tutov.
I think Tutov has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 49:48
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 49:46
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Titan Rain!
Titan Rain retains his bantamweight title!
Titan Rain was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Date: Aug 24, 2016 |
#R1#
Rain takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Rain checks a leg kick.
It appears Rain was looking to counter with a kick there.
Rain throws a big shot that misses.
Tutov scores with a hook.
Rain throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tutov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice jab there from Tutov.
Tutov looks to throw the jab but Rain is out of range.
Rain takes a kick to the side of the head.
A shot to the liver by Rain. Beautiful body shot.
Rain looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Rain scores with a hook.
Tutov blocks a head kick by Rain.
Tutov is looking for the big counter here.
Tutov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Some bone on bone action there as Rain checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Tutov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tutov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rain manages to avoid it.
Rain takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tutov lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
A good leg kick by Tutov.
Tutov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Rain checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #T1#
A head kick misses from Tutov.
Tutov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Rain's sensitive parts.
Rain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tutov.
Rain half committed to a counter leg kick.
Tutov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rain uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tutov.
Tutov misses with a wild body shot.
Rain moves out of range of the body kick.
Rain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tutov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Tutov misses with a series of wild punches.
A leg kick checked by Tutov.
A head kick misses from Tutov.
Tutov is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Rain rather than just go for the knockout.
Rain fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#CL#
Rain fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tutov, pushing him back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tutov.
Rain lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tutov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rain's elbow. #T2#
Tutov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tutov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rain working aggressively here.
Tutov misses with a punch to the body.
Tutov controlling the action here for a moment.
Rain lands a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tutov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rain scores with a shot to the side of Tutov's head.
Tutov stalling in the clinch but Rain improves position.
Rain tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tutov is stalling here.
Tutov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Rain tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rain jumps guard but Tutov stands there with Rain around his waist. Rain gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Rain lands with a left to the head. #T3#
Tutov tries to throw a body punch but Rain avoids it by throwing Tutov back against the cage.
Rain misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tutov effectively controlling the action here.
Rain tries to break the clinch but Tutov is controlling the position.
A hook to the body from Rain.
Tutov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rain's elbow.
Rain throws a punch but it's blocked by Tutov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tutov.
Rain has had enough of the clinch but Tutov keeps him there for the moment.
Tutov tries a body shot but Rain blocks it.
Tutov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Rain blocks an uppercut.
Tutov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rain lands with a light punch inside.
Tutov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rain's elbow.
Rain prevents a body shot from Tutov. #T4#
Tutov struggles to land a body shot inside as Rain controls his hands.
Tutov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rain's elbow.
Rain is trying to force a seperation but Tutov has the dominant position.
Tutov misses with a body punch.
Tutov misses with some punches.
Tutov throws a head punch that misses.
Tutov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rain lands with a light punch inside.
Rain throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Rain tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Tutov just stands there and leans against the cage.
Rain is trying to force a seperation but Tutov has the dominant position.
Rain swings wildly with an uppercut but Tutov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rain lands a right hand.
Rain lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tutov backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tutov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Rain tries to throw a body punch but Tutov avoids it by throwing Rain back against the cage.
Rain tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rain blocking some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Andrey Tutov will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Rain dips to his left and cracks Tutov with an uppercut!
Rain throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Tutov tries to score with a low kick but Rain moves his leg out of the way.
Rain closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Tutov moves out of range of the body kick from Rain.
A jab lands there for Tutov.
A swing and a miss from Tutov.
Tutov misses with a two punch combination.
Tutov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rain moves out of range of the strikes.
Tutov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rain works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Rain is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Tutov.
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!
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Rain, right into the meat.
Tutov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tutov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Titan Rain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tutov throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Tutov throws a body punch but Rain moves out of range.
Tutov takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Andrey Tutov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rain slips under a jab from Tutov.
Rain uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tutov.
Tutov throws an overhand right that lands on Rain's shoulder, as Rain tries to avoid the shot.
Tutov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Rain stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tutov misses with a hook. Rain ducked under it nicely.
Rain was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tutov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rain was well out of range. Poor timing from Tutov.
Tutov tries to work over Rain's front leg with a kick but Rain checks it.
Rain walks into a left hand.
Tutov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Rain.
A nice leg kick lands there from Rain.
Tutov moves out of range of the body kick.
Rain lands with a hook. Tutov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tutov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
No joy there for Tutov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Rain lands with a cross. #T2#
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!
Tutov looks to score with a jab to the body but Rain is just out of range.
Tutov throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tutov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rain.
Rain avoids the head kick by Tutov.
Rain lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Rain misses with a looping left.
It seemed like Tutov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tutov throws out a leg kick but Rain moves out of range and Tutov only half commits.
Rain scores with a push kick.
Rain swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rain with a lazy takedown attempt
and Tutov counters with a leg kick.
Rain lands with a nice body punch.
Tutov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Rain is looking to chop away at Tutov's legs.
A cross from Rain lands.
A head kick from Rain lands but Tutov takes it in his stride.
Tutov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
An inside leg kick lands from Rain. #T3#
Rain scores with a kick to the midsection.
Tutov throws a hook but Rain blocks it.
Rain has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Tutov.
Tutov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rain moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Tutov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tutov scoring well with a low kick there.
Rain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rain looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Rain tried to score with a low kick but Tutov checks it.
Tutov throws a nice looking combination but Rain bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Tutov throws a jab but it's blocked by Rain.
A slow jab from Tutov misses its intended target.
A slow jab from Rain misses its intended target.
Rain ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tutov, right into the meat.
Andrey Tutov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Tutov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tutov ducks under a wild hook from Rain.
Nice uppercut lands for Rain. That snapped Tutov's head back.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jab by Tutov.
Rain catches Tutov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tutov avoids the head kick by Rain.
The crowd cheers as Rain lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tutov doesn't seem phased though.
Rain tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tutov is able to avoid easily.
A head kick misses from Tutov.
Tutov misses with a right hand
enabling Rain to counter with a crisp jab.
Rain takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Rain throws a leg kick
and Tutov counters with a nice kick to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tutov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tutov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
An inside leg kick from Rain misses.
Tutov throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
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 Titan Rain will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Tutov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rain changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Rain fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tutov is out of range.
Tutov avoids the body shot from Rain.
Tutov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Rain with a body shot.
Nice uppercut lands for Rain. That snapped Tutov's head back.
A head kick misses from Rain.
Tutov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rain swings for the body but Tutov moves out of range.
Rain moves in looking to clinch but Tutov pushes him off.
A slow jab from Tutov misses its intended target.
Tutov throws a low kick but Rain avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Rain throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tutov feints a counter leg kick.
Rain throws a jab when Tutov was well out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Rain, as that shot connected.
Tutov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T1#
The fighters circling - Rain throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Rain moves out of range of the body kick from Tutov.
Tutov throws a looping overhand right but Rain ducks down to avoid it.
The fighters circling - Rain throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A jab from Tutov misses.
Rain moves out of range of the leg kick from Tutov.
Rain throws a jab when Tutov was well out of range.
Tutov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tutov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Rain connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tutov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tutov scores with a nice strike.
Tutov throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Rain looks to score with a jab to the body but Tutov is just out of range.
Tutov throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rain uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tutov has time to react.
Tutov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Tutov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rain throws out the jab.
Tutov scores with a leg kick.
Rain throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rain throws a nice inside leg kick.
Nice takedown defense from Tutov. No joy for Rain on that attempt.
Rain throws a leg kick
and Tutov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Tutov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rain at a distance.
Rain slips a straight right by Tutov.
Tutov throws a leg kick that misses.
Rain thumps Tutov with a low kick.
Tutov misses with a hook. Rain ducked under it nicely.
Tutov lands a lovely overhand right.
Rain attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#T3#
Tutov swings for the body but Rain moves out of range.
A lazy body kick from Tutov
and Rain counters with an inside leg kick.
Tutov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tutov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tutov throws the left hand but Rain avoids the punch easily.
Good leg kick by Tutov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Rain takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Tutov feints and then cracks Rain's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rain down.
Rain staying out of range there.
Tutov looks to score with a jab to the body but Rain is just out of range.
Rain scores with a nice head shot.
A head kick misses from Rain.
Rain throws a nice inside leg kick.
Tutov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Nice uppercut lands for Tutov. That snapped Rain's head back.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rain fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T4#
Rain takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tutov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Rain to counter with a crisp jab.
Rain ducks under a wild hook from Tutov.
Rain showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tutov.
Tutov lands a jab to the nose.
Rain darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Rain throws a push kick but Tutov slaps the foot to one side.
Tutov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tutov sizes up Rain with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tutov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Rain walks into a left hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Andrey Tutov just about did enough to take it.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R4#
Rain lands a lovely overhand right.
Tutov lands a leg kick that knocks Rain off balance momentarily.
A jab from Rain misses.
Tutov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Rain throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tutov misses with a hook.
That kick from Rain tenderised Tutov's leg. Tutov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Rain loads up on a big right hand but Tutov slips the punch.
Tutov appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tutov throws a predictable looking body shot
and Rain counters with a good, hard body kick but Tutov shrugs it off.
Rain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tutov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Rain throws a jab when Tutov was well out of range.
Tutov flicks out a counter leg kick but Rain steps away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A left and a right from Tutov both land. Nice combination.
Good work by Tutov as he checks the leg kick.
Tutov ducks under a wild hook from Rain.
Tutov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rain.
Good work by Tutov as he checks the leg kick.
Rain backing away here, and Tutov unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#T1#
Rain throws a jab but it's blocked by Tutov.
Tutov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rain half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Rain throws a nice outside leg kick.
Rain blocks a leg kick.
Rain feints and then cracks Tutov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tutov down.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Rain.
Rain misses with the body kick
and Tutov counters with a straight right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tutov. Rain does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rain lands a leg kick that knocks Tutov off balance momentarily.
Tutov swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Rain misses with a leg kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Tutov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Rain motions for Tutov to come forward. Rain throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tutov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rain doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T2#
Rain fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tutov checks it well.
Rain connects with a high kick.
Tutov throws a jab when Rain was well out of range.
Rain appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rain misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rain throws a nice looking combination but Tutov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Rain bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tutov's head backwards.
Rain takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Rain lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Rain throws a right and a left that both miss.
A combination from Rain does no damage.
Tutov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Rain with a body shot.
Tutov looks to score with a jab to the body but Rain is just out of range.
Rain misses with a low kick.
Tutov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rain throws a leg kick that misses.
Rain tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tutov paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T3#
Tutov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Rain throws a head kick that misses.
Nice jab there from Tutov.
A head kick misses from Tutov.
Rain scores with a nice head shot.
A lazy body kick from Rain
and Tutov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Tutov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tutov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A low kick from Rain is predictable there
and Tutov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A leg kick checked by Tutov.
Rain swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tutov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rain.
Tutov throws a jab when Rain was well out of range.
Rain moves out of range as Tutov strikes.#T4#
Rain misses with an uppercut. Tutov saw that one coming.
A swing and a miss from Rain.
Rain takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tutov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Tutov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tutov connects with a jab.
Tutov lands with a good body shot.
Rain fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tutov checks it well.
Tutov swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD#
and Rain counters with a nice double leg into side control. Tutov won't be happy with that.
Rain lands an elbow.
Rain grinds an elbow into Tutov's temple.
Rain working away.
Tutov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Titan Rain had his way with Andrey Tutov in that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R5#
Rain checks a leg kick.
Tutov misses with a low kick.
Rain connects with a body shot.
Rain with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tutov to score with a decent uppercut.
Rain throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tutov counters with a stiff right hand.
Rain stuns Tutov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Rain throws a lazy right hand but Tutov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rain throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
#CL#
Rain closes the distance and clinches.
Tutov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rain's elbow.
Titan Rain has scored more points in the clinch so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tutov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rain's elbow.
Rain fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rain misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tutov blocks an uppercut.
#BC#
Rain breaks the clinch.
Rain dodges the punch combination from Tutov.
Tutov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T1#
A good leg kick by Rain.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tutov lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Rain has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Rain and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tutov misses with a low kick.
It looked like Rain wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tutov slips a jab from Rain.
Rain misses the jab.
Tutov throws a leg kick but Rain moved away.
Tutov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rain throws out the jab.
Tutov ducks under a wild hook from Rain.
Tutov throws a solid leg kick but Rain takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tutov.
Rain throwing a counter right hand but Tutov manages to avoid it.
Rain smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tutov misses with a body shot.
Rain is looking to counter punch.
Tutov throws a lazy right hand but Rain sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It looked like Rain wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T2##TD#
Rain shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Tutov is trying to defend but Rain finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Tutov holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Rain looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Tutov is looking for a sweep. Rain is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tutov wants to control but Rain is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Tutov has hold of Rain's hands but Rain slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rain landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Rain has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T3#
Tutov is positioning himself well to prevent Rain advancing to mount.
Tutov wants to control but Rain is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Rain scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Tutov wants to control but Rain is keeping busy.
Rain working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tutov tries to roll over but Rain keeps him under control.
Tutov is still trying to improve position.
Rain trying to control from half guard but Tutov is working away. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Rain. Tutov shrugs it off though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tutov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Rain tries to move into range but Tutov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Tutov throws a sloppy head kick and Rain moves out of range easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Titan Rain showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Rain has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 48:47
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 48:48
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 47:48
The fight is ruled a draw!
Titan Rain retains his title. It's always disappointing when a championship fight ends as a draw but that's what happens when you leave the fight in the judges hands!
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CEC 464
Date: Aug 12, 2016 |
#R1#
Rain takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Rain is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Rain throws an overhand right that lands on Jarnkarl's shoulder, as Jarnkarl tries to avoid the shot.
Jarnkarl was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Jarnkarl takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Rain sizes up Jarnkarl with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Jarnkarl seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Jarnkarl cracks the inside of Rain's front leg.
Rain misses with a low kick.
Jarnkarl throws a head kick that misses.
Jarnkarl moves out of range of the strikes.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Jarnkarl, right into the meat.
Rain misses with a body shot.
Rain throws a body punch but Jarnkarl moves out of range.
Jarnkarl fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rain.
Rain takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Rain throws a lazy right hand but Jarnkarl sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rain moves out of range of the body kick from Jarnkarl.
Rain jabs Jarnkarl to the body, keeping him at a distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rain just misses with a punch to the body.
Rain is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Jarnkarl rather than just go for the knockout.
Jarnkarl throws a leg kick which misses Rain's front leg but catches the back leg as Rain tries to avoid it.
Jarnkarl misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rain.
A bone on bone clash there as Jarnkarl blocks the leg kick.
#T1#
Rain throws a leg kick but Jarnkarl checks it.
Jarnkarl throws a body kick that misses.
Rain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jarnkarl.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Rain, right into the meat.
Rain connects with an inside leg kick.
A head kick by Jarnkarl misses
and Rain connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jarnkarl lands with a kick to the ribs.
Jarnkarl uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rain.
A decent looking cross lands there for Rain.
Rain staying out of range there.
Rain missing with a left hand there. Jarnkarl was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A jab from Rain misses.
Jarnkarl finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Rain fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jarnkarl on the side of the head.
A head kick from Jarnkarl lands but Rain takes it in his stride.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jarnkarl tries to clinch but Rain moves out of range.
Rain looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jarnkarl is fending him off so far but Rain persists. Nope, Jarnkarl circles away and we're back to standing.
Rain throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T2#
Rain throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A bone on bone clash there as Jarnkarl blocks the leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl misses with a low kick as Rain jumps back.
Rain throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rain checks a low kick from Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl motions for Rain to come forward. Jarnkarl throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jarnkarl avoids the body shot from Rain.
Jarnkarl misses with a jab to the body
letting Rain counter with a right hand.
Jarnkarl throws a leg kick
and Rain counters with a straight right hand.
A big left from Rain misses.
Rain chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Jarnkarl scores with a head kick.
Jarnkarl lands with an overhand left.
Rain throws a shot to the body.
Jarnkarl avoids the body shot from Rain.
Rain on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Jarnkarl misses with a leg kick
and Rain counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T3#
Jarnkarl on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Jarnkarl misses with a leg kick.
Jarnkarl avoids a kick to the body.
Jarnkarl throws a leg kick but Rain sees it coming and moves out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Rain thumps Jarnkarl with a low kick.
Rain misses the shot to the body.
Jarnkarl lands with a thumping leg kick.
Rain connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Jarnkarl's hands.
Jarnkarl takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Jarnkarl swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jarnkarl tries to move into range but Rain moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Jarnkarl takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Rain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rain fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jarnkarl manages to avoid it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jarnkarl.
Rain tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jarnkarl is able to avoid easily.
Jarnkarl connects with a body shot.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rain walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jarnkarl checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jarnkarl looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Jarnkarl throws a low kick but it's checked well by Rain.
Rain does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Jarnkarl throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jarnkarl lands a nice leg kick that just misses Rain's sensitive parts.
Jarnkarl connects with a solid leg kick.
Jarnkarl throws a sloppy head kick and Rain moves out of range easily.
Rain changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Jarnkarl misses with a low kick.
Jarnkarl scores with a decent looking hook.
Rain avoids the body shot from Jarnkarl.
Rain's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Jarnkarl wants to slow Rain down by chopping away at his legs.
Rain lands a nice shot that snaps Jarnkarl's head back.
Rain with a nice cross.
Rain takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rain displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jarnkarl throws out the jab.
Jarnkarl shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A shot to the liver by Rain. Beautiful body shot.
Rain scores with a sloppy right hand. Jarnkarl should have avoided that one.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Titan Rain will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Jarnkarl lands with an overhand left.
Rain throws a lazy body kick
and Jarnkarl counters with a three punch combo that has Rain backing up. Rain nods at Jarnkarl to acknowledge the strikes.
Rain misses with a low kick.
Jarnkarl with a hook.#TD2#
Rain looking to score a takedown here. Jarnkarl is defending well but Rain drives through and ends up in Jarnkarl's guard.#ES#
Jarnkarl has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Rain has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jarnkarl's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Jarnkarl lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Jarnkarl misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jarnkarl lands with a left to the head.
Rain stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Rain has a couple of punches blocked by Jarnkarl.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rain.
Rain working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC2#
Rain's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rain misses with an uppercut.
Jarnkarl ducks under a wild hook from Rain.
Jarnkarl throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T1#
Jarnkarl misses with a jab to the body
and Rain counters with a stiff right hand.
Jarnkarl takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Jarnkarl throws a low kick but Rain avoids it.
Jarnkarl misses with a body shot
and Rain counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jarnkarl avoids the body shot from Rain.
Jarnkarl misses with an uppercut.
Jarnkarl misses with a body shot.
Jarnkarl keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rain throws a body shot but no joy.
Rain throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Rain just misses with a punch to the body.
Jarnkarl displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rain throws out the jab.
Jarnkarl throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice uppercut there from Rain.
Jarnkarl thows a body kick. Rain tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Jarnkarl fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rain manages to avoid it.
Rain lands a nice hook to Jarnkarl's body. Jarnkarl takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rain avoids the body shot from Jarnkarl.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rain! But no joy.
Jarnkarl lands a nice shot that snaps Rain's head back.
Rain looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Rain moves out of range as Jarnkarl throws a body kick.
Jarnkarl throws a solid leg kick but Rain takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jarnkarl.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Rain connects with a body shot that sends Jarnkarl's belly button to the back.
Titan Rain seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jarnkarl does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Rain doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Jarnkarl throws a lazy right hand but Rain sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rain is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Jarnkarl with a body shot.
Jarnkarl misses with a hook to the body
and Rain counters with a nice uppercut.
Jarnkarl's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Rain connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jarnkarl scrambles back to his feet.
Jarnkarl keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rain lands a lovely overhand right.
Jarnkarl slips a jab from Rain.
A low kick from Jarnkarl is predictable there
and Jarnkarl takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jarnkarl chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Arni Jarnkarl is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rain dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rain jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Rain throws a shot to the body.
Jarnkarl lands a slapping body shot.
Jarnkarl tries to score with a low kick but Rain moves his leg out of the way.
Rain throws a looping overhand right but Jarnkarl ducks down to avoid it.
Jarnkarl throws a big counter combination but Rain scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Jarnkarl takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Rain scores with a leg kick.
Jarnkarl throws a leg kick but Rain checks it.
Jarnkarl throws a head kick that misses.
Jarnkarl looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Jarnkarl checks a leg kick.
Jarnkarl tries to score with a low kick but Rain moves his leg out of the way.
Rain wants to land a leg kick but Jarnkarl is out of range.
Jarnkarl takes a jab right on the kisser.
Rain takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jarnkarl scores with a leg kick.
Rain shoots in for a takedown but Jarnkarl shows good takedown defense.
Jarnkarl throws a quick inside leg kick.
Jarnkarl tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jarnkarl misses with a low kick.
Jarnkarl takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The fighters circle momentarily. Rain darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Jarnkarl slips a straight right by Rain.
No joy there for Rain, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Jarnkarl scores with a head kick. Rain tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Jarnkarl chopping away at his opponent's legs.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jarnkarl checks a leg kick.
Jarnkarl looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Jarnkarl throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jarnkarl takes a jab right on the kisser.
Jarnkarl tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rain was well out of range. Poor timing from Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl looks to score with a jab to the body but Rain is just out of range.
Rain steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jarnkarl moves away from the strike by Rain.
Jarnkarl uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rain.
Good standup being displayed there by Rain as he connects with a hook.
Jarnkarl waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rain.
Rain stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jarnkarl.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Titan Rain will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Rain with a jab.
Jarnkarl misses with a body shot.
Rain throws out a counter right but Jarnkarl avoids it with no problem.
Rain chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Jarnkarl can pounce on him.
Rain throws a looping overhand right but Jarnkarl ducks down to avoid it.
A quick step to the side and Jarnkarl tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rain avoids a kick to the body.
Jarnkarl lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jarnkarl on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A jab from Rain finds it's way through Jarnkarl's defenses.
Rain connects with a body shot.
Jarnkarl throws a looping overhand right but Rain ducks down to avoid it.
Jarnkarl throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice jab there from Rain.
Jarnkarl throws a body shot but no joy. #TD2#
Rain closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Jarnkarl quickly recovers to half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jarnkarl is looking to improve his position.
Rain working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Rain has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Rain looks to land a strike but Jarnkarl avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Rain throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Rain content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Rain postures up in Jarnkarl's guard and throws a big left but Jarnkarl blocks it.
Rain passes into half guard.
Jarnkarl is looking to escape.
Rain looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Jarnkarl with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Rain is controlling the pace.
Ground and pound from Rain.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Rain thows a huge punch but Jarnkarl dodges it nicely.
Jarnkarl is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jarnkarl on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Rain takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Rain looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Rain is thwarting Jarnkarl's attempts to control the position.
Jarnkarl is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Rain seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Jarnkarl wants to improve his position but Rain is controlling well.
Rain working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Rain throwing shots but Jarnkarl is blocking nicely.
Jarnkarl is trying to stand.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Rain connects with a nice short shot to Jarnkarl's temple.
Rain is looking to take a break and control but Jarnkarl is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rain thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Rain looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Nice strikes from Rain there.
Rain stops Jarnkarl from getting back to his feet.
Jarnkarl is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Titan Rain has got the better of the ground game so far.
Rain scoring with strikes to the body and head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Titan Rain really dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R4#
Jarnkarl throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Rain counters with a single leg into guard. Jarnkarl didn't expect that. #ES#
Jarnkarl uses the cage to get back to his feet.
A punch combination from Jarnkarl misses.
Jarnkarl throws a low kick but Rain avoids it.
A countering left hand to the body from Rain misses.
Jarnkarl displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rain throws out the jab.
Jarnkarl looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Jarnkarl has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Rain.
Rain connects with the punch.
Jarnkarl blocks the body kick.
Jarnkarl fires out a quick counter leg kick but Rain just manages to avoid it.
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!
A low kick from Jarnkarl misses
and Rain counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Jarnkarl lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Jarnkarl pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rain wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Rain connects with a looping right hand.
Rain lunges at Jarnkarl with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Jarnkarl's hand. #CL2#
Rain moves into the clinch.
Rain softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Jarnkarl misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T1#
A short uppercut from Rain.
Still in the clinch, Jarnkarl scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rain prevents a body shot from Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rain lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Jarnkarl tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rain's elbow.
A short left from Rain.
Titan Rain seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Rain.
Rain lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #ROC2#
Jarnkarl is rocked!
Rain has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Jarnkarl avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Oh Jarnkarl is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jarnkarl throws a punch but it's blocked by Rain.
Jarnkarl seems to have got his legs back now.
Rain throws a punch but it's blocked by Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Jarnkarl struggles to land a body shot inside as Rain controls his hands.
Rain has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Jarnkarl seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Rain can turn it around.
Jarnkarl misses with a body punch.
Rain makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T2#
Rain misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rain prevents a body shot from Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
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!
Rain stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Rain has a couple of punches blocked by Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rain lands with a right to the head.
Jarnkarl blocks an uppercut.
Jarnkarl digs a right hand into Rain's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Rain's gas tank.
Rain is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Jarnkarl pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Nice body punch from Rain - that landed with a thud.
Rain is trying to pull guard but Jarnkarl has him pressed against the cage.
Arni Jarnkarl has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Titan Rain.
Rain swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jarnkarl lands with a short shot to the head.
Jarnkarl misses with a body punch.
Rain blocks a body shot from Jarnkarl. #T3#
Rain misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jarnkarl swings wildly with an uppercut but Rain uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rain blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rain misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jarnkarl misses with a body punch.
Jarnkarl makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Rain has a couple of punches blocked by Jarnkarl.
Rain lands a shot to the body.
Rain working aggressively here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jarnkarl.
Rain swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rain lands a right hand that snaps the head of Jarnkarl backwards.
Jarnkarl's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Jarnkarl misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jarnkarl working aggressively here.
#T4#
A short body shot lands from Jarnkarl as the two fighters clinch.
Jarnkarl throws a punch but it's blocked by Rain.
Jarnkarl works on Rain's body with a couple of short punches.
Jarnkarl blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jarnkarl lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rain tries to throw a body punch but Jarnkarl avoids it by throwing Rain back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl avoiding damage.
Jarnkarl blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rain working aggressively here.
Jarnkarl lands a left hand that snaps the head of Rain backwards.
Rain misses with the head strike.
Rain takes a shot to the head. #BC#
Jarnkarl breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jarnkarl looks to land a left hand but Rain moved out of range nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Titan Rain will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R5#
Rain lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Rain ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jarnkarl moves away.
Jarnkarl throws the kick towards the body but Rain avoids it.
Jarnkarl lands a nice looking kick to the body. Rain takes a step back to recover.
Rain keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Jarnkarl throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Rain's head.
Rain thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Jarnkarl if he has to take too many more of those.
Rain misses with a takedown attempt - Jarnkarl sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Jarnkarl connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jarnkarl digs a good body shot into Rain's ribs.
Rain takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Jarnkarl moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rain uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jarnkarl.#T1#
Rain connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Rain throws a leg kick but Jarnkarl moved away.
Rain misses with a jab, cross combination.
Jarnkarl half committed to a counter leg kick.
Jarnkarl throws a hook but Rain avoids it easily.
Jarnkarl slips a jab from Rain.
Jarnkarl appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Jarnkarl keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rain with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Jarnkarl lands a really nice looking cross but Rain seems unphased.
Rain misses with a low kick.
Jarnkarl swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rain misses with a double jab.
Jarnkarl uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rain.
Jarnkarl pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jarnkarl connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Jarnkarl pivots, looking for a leg kick but Rain is out of range and Jarnkarl settles back down.
Jarnkarl looks to score with a jab to the body but Rain is just out of range.
Arni Jarnkarl has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Jarnkarl throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Good work by Rain as he checks the leg kick.
Jarnkarl looks to score with a jab to the body but Rain is just out of range.
Jarnkarl takes one to the chin there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jarnkarl blocks a jab.
Jarnkarl throws a shot from downtown. Rain moves away and avoids it.
Jarnkarl throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jarnkarl swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rain! But no joy.
Jarnkarl misses with a wild body shot.
Rain with a hook.
Rain avoids the body shot from Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Rain throws out a powerful jab.
Nice defenses there by Rain.
Rain lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jarnkarl at a distance.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Rain.#T3#
Jarnkarl misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rain.
Rain scores with a hook to the body. Jarnkarl takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jarnkarl falls off balance throwing a combination
and Rain counters with a stiff right hand.
Jarnkarl misses with a left hand
and Rain counters with a straight right hand.
Jarnkarl swings for the body but Rain moves out of range.
#CL2#
Rain moves into the clinch.
Jarnkarl lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Jarnkarl tries to work over Rain's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Rain breaks from the clinch.
Jarnkarl blocks a head kick by Rain.
Rain stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Jarnkarl takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Rain throws a shot to the body.
Jarnkarl throws a leg kick but Rain moved away.
Rain changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
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!
Jarnkarl takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T4#
Jarnkarl throws a body shot but no joy.
Jarnkarl attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Jarnkarl uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rain.
A quick step to the side and Jarnkarl tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rain checks a leg kick.
Rain cracks Jarnkarl with an open hand slap.#CL2#
Rain rushes Jarnkarl and presses him up against the cage.
Rain scores with a nice hook to the head.
Jarnkarl tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A left hand lands to the body for Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl working aggressively here.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jarnkarl creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Rain goes for a takedown in the clinch but Jarnkarl prevents it.
Rain swings wildly with an uppercut but Jarnkarl uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jarnkarl tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rain's elbow.
A shot in the inside from Jarnkarl.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Titan Rain.
Well Rain 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 45:50
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 45:50
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 45:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Titan Rain!
Titan Rain is the new bantamweight champion!
A very excited looking Titan Rain rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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Date: Jul 27, 2016 |
#R1#
Panikov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A big left from Rain misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Rain.
Panikov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Panikov! But no joy.
Nice body punch from Rain.
Rain scores with the left hand. Panikov knows he should have avoided that one.
Panikov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rain moves away.
Panikov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Panikov blocks a head kick by Rain.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Rain blocks a jab.
Panikov throws a lazy right hand but Rain sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rain throws a series of punches but Panikov avoids them all with ease.
Nice uppercut lands for Panikov. That snapped Rain's head back.
Panikov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Panikov misses the shot to the body.
Rain misses with a body shot.
Rain misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Panikov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Rain cracks Panikov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Panikov lands a right hook to the body.
#T1#
Panikov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Panikov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rain manages to avoid it.
Panikov throws a hook to the side of Rain's head but Rain sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Panikov throws a leg kick that misses.
Rain lands a jab to the head.
Panikov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Panikov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Rain lands a head shot.
Panikov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rain manages to avoid it.
Rain on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Rain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Panikov.
Rain has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Heavy Metal in the buildup to the fight.
Panikov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rain.
Rain swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rain ducks right into an uppercut from Panikov.
Panikov misses with a body shot.
Rain throws a half hearted mid kick.
Rain thumps Panikov with a low kick.
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!
Rain walks into a jab.#T2#
Panikov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Panikov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Sergey Panikov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rain throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Rain throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Panikov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Rain with a body shot.
Rain pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rain throws a low kick, looking for Panikov's leg but Panikov calmly moves out of range.
Panikov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Rain takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Panikov.
Rain was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Rain swinging wildly here.
Rain tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Rain. Panikov shrugs it off though.
Nice uppercut lands for Rain. That snapped Panikov's head back.
Rain is looking to chop away at Panikov's legs.
Panikov throws a hook but Rain blocks it.
Rain avoids the body shot from Panikov.
Panikov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#T3#
Rain throws out a loose jab but Panikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Panikov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Rain is looking to land body kicks.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Panikov.
Rain checks a leg kick.
Rain throws a leg kick but Panikov sees it coming and moves out of range.
An inside leg kick from Panikov misses.
Panikov swings for the body but Rain moves out of range.
Rain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Panikov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rain throws out the jab.
Panikov scores with a jab to the body.
Both fighters circling a little - Rain finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Panikov throws a body shot but no joy.
Panikov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Panikov staying out of range there.
A little jabbing left from Panikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A shot to the liver by Panikov. Beautiful body shot.
A big right from Panikov misses.
Rain dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Some wild striking there from Panikov.
Rain moves out of range of the strikes.
Rain fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Panikov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#TD#
Rain shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Panikov is in trouble now - Rain has advanced to mount!
Rain working the ground and pound effectively.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Panikov avoids a series of strikes thrown by Rain.
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 Titan Rain will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##TD#
Rain fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Panikov to the ground. Rain is now in Panikov's guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Rain's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rain trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Rain has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Rain throws a big right hand that misses.
Panikov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Panikov is adopting a defensive guard.#SUB#
Rain thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Rain accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1#
Rain scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Panikov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Panikov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Rain postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Rain sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Panikov's guard.
Rain thows a huge punch but Panikov dodges it nicely.
#SUB#
Panikov is defending against the submission attempts here by Rain.
Rain sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Panikov defending well though.
Rain missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T2#
Rain lands with a punch from half guard.
Rain sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Panikov defending well though.
Panikov wants to improve his position but Rain is controlling well.
Rain takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB#
Rain is looking for a kimura but Panikov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Rain to get the leverage.
Panikov holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Rain looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Panikov works his way to full guard. Good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Panikov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Rain lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Titan Rain overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Panikov keeping full guard, as Rain tries to pass.
Rain working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Panikov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rain pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Panikov is keeping the position for now.
Rain passes into half guard.
Rain is pressing down on Panikov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Panikov is holding on for now.
Rain landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T4#
Rain missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Rain seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Panikov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Panikov regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Rain.
Rain tries to free his leg and advance position but Panikov is retaining full guard.
Rain is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Panikov can do to turn this around?
Panikov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Rain throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Panikov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rain throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB#
Rain drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Rain jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Rain throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Titan Rain dominated that second round.
That's time! Rain's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nice shot by Rain.
Rain takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Rain avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Panikov tries to score with a low kick but Rain moves his leg out of the way.
Nice uppercut there from Rain.
Panikov feints and then cracks Rain's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rain down.
Rain throws a hook but Panikov blocks it.
Rain shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Panikov scores with a sloppy right hand. Rain should have avoided that one.
Rain throws a low kick but it's checked well by Panikov.
Rain misses with a low kick.
Panikov misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Panikov staying out of range there.
Panikov scores with a hook to the body. Rain takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Panikov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rain swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Panikov swings for the body but Rain moves out of range.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Rain, right into the meat.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rain throws a jab when Panikov was well out of range.#T1#
Panikov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Rain back to the cage. Panikov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Panikov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Panikov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rain cracks Panikov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Panikov crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Rain - the referee stops the clock and Panikov gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Rain. Panikov manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Rain throws a left and a right that both miss
and Panikov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rain keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Panikov is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Rain rather than just go for the knockout.
Rain keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Rain half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Panikov swings for the body but Rain moves out of range.
Panikov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rains jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Panikov misses with a body shot.
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!
Rain throws a body kick that misses.
The fighters circling - Rain throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Rain waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Panikov.
Panikov slips a straight right by Rain.
A leg kick checked by Panikov.
Panikov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rain manages to avoid it.
Sergey Panikov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sergey Panikov seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Panikov throws a body shot but no joy.
Rain takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Panikov swings for the body but Rain moves out of range.
Rain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Panikov.
Rain punishes Panikov's body with a nice straight punch.
Rain fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Panikov is out of range.
Panikov jabs at Rain's body.
A left lands for Rain.
Rain moves out of range of the strikes.
Panikov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rain manages to avoid it.
Panikov misses the shot to the body.
Rain is looking to counter punch.
Panikov avoids the body shot from Rain.
Rain lands a right hook to the body.
Panikov takes one to the side of the head.
Panikov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Panikov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T3#
A lazy left from Panikov finds it's target.
A nice inside leg kick there by Rain. That's going to slow Panikov down.
Jab from Rain.
Panikov connects with a body shot that sends Rain's belly button to the back.
Rain avoids the body shot from Panikov.
Rain ducks under a wild hook from Panikov.
Rain feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Panikov blocks a low kick nicely.
Panikov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Rain is out of range and Panikov settles back down.
Rain displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Rain slips a jab and a cross from Panikov.
Panikov looks to land a right hand but Rain moved out of range.
Panikov checks a low kick from Rain.
Panikov takes a swing at Rain's ribcage but misses.
Panikov looks for the body kick but Rain saw that one coming.
Rain slips under a jab from Panikov.
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!
Panikov misses with a body shot
letting Rain counter with a right hand.
Panikov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A telegraphed right hand from Panikov misses the target.
Rain appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T4#
Rain works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Sergey Panikov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Panikov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rain was well out of range. Poor timing from Panikov.
Panikov does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Rain, as that shot connected.
Panikov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rain manages to avoid it.
Panikov slaps away a takedown attempt from Rain, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Panikov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Panikov tries to move into range but Rain moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Rain scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Panikov throws a low kick but it's checked well by Rain.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Panikov takes a swing at Rain's ribcage but misses.
Panikov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Panikov misses with a wild body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Panikov. Rain does a little dance to reset his feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Sergey Panikov.
I think Rain has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 William Gold scores the fight 30:26
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Titan Rain!
Titan Rain tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
Sergey Panikov was interviewed post fight and said 'Haha I am shit.sorry'.
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CEC 454
Date: Jun 30, 2016 |
#R1#
Jarnkarl throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rain throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jarnkarl on the side of the head.
Rain throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jarnkarl has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Jarnkarl scores with a hook to the body. Rain takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jarnkarl lands with a kick to the temple. Rain shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Jarnkarl stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Rain.
Jarnkarl throws a body shot but no joy.
Jarnkarl misses the shot to the body.
Rain throws a quick counter kick to the body but Jarnkarl avoids it.
Jarnkarl swings for the body but Rain moves out of range.
Donk. Jarnkarl catches Rain right on the button with a cross.
Rain throws a leg kick that misses.
Jarnkarl misses with an uppercut
#TD#
and Rain counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Jarnkarl!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jarnkarl prevents Rain from improving position.
Jarnkarl tries to improve position but can't.
A lull in the action here as Rain stalls from top position.
Jarnkarl tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
Jarnkarl tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Rain presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Jarnkarl is trying desperately to improve position.
Rain raining down shots from the mount!
Jarnkarl working to try and regain half guard.
#T2#
Rain is landing with some decent strikes but Jarnkarl is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Rain pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Jarnkarl is working to get back to half guard.
Jarnkarl tries to hold on but Rain postures up.
Jarnkarl keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rain with a couple of short strikes.
Jarnkarl keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Rain has hold of Jarnkarl's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Jarnkarl manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#T3#
Jarnkarl really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Rain can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Jarnkarl is looking to escape.
Jarnkarl can't escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rain with a couple of short strikes.
Rain can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Jarnkarl is looking to escape.
Jarnkarl gets back to half guard.
We've been hearing that Rain has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T4#
Jarnkarl wants to improve his position but Rain is controlling well.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Rain lands a nice short elbow.
Jarnkarl is trying to stand up here but Rain is controlling him well.
Jarnkarl slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Jarnkarl is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Rain is controlling him.
Rain is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rain sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Jarnkarl's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Titan Rain dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Jarnkarl moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Jarnkarl connects with a looping right hand.
Rain connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Jarnkarl lands a jab to Rain's midsection.
Jarnkarl throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jarnkarl throws a jab when Rain was well out of range.
Jarnkarl lands a front kick.
Rain swings widly with a right hand
and Jarnkarl counters with a left to the body.
Jarnkarl finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Good work by Rain as he checks the leg kick.
Rain feinted with a counter takedown.
Rain misses with a low kick as Jarnkarl jumps back.
Jarnkarl throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Arni Jarnkarl seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jarnkarl throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Rain stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Good shot there by Rain.
Jarnkarl is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Rain rather than just go for the knockout.
Jarnkarl checks the leg kick nicely there.
Rain throws a jab but it's blocked by Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl throws a body shot but no joy.
Jarnkarl takes a swing at Rain's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Rain tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jarnkarl was well out of range. Poor timing from Rain.
Rain avoids the head kick by Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl misses with a wild body shot.
Jarnkarl on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Rain jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jarnkarl drops his hands momentarily and Rain takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Rain throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Nice body punch from Jarnkarl.
Rain misses with a wild body shot.
Rain throws a lazy right hand but Jarnkarl sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jarnkarl lands a leg kick that knocks Rain off balance momentarily.
Rain lands a head shot.
Rain takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Jarnkarl tests Rain's chin there with a solid looking shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jarnkarl swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jarnkarl tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Rain is able to avoid easily.
Rain connects with a good right hand that stumbles Jarnkarl. Jarnkarl circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Jarnkarl ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T2#
Rain throws a big shot that misses.
Rain slips under a jab.
Rain misses the shot to the body.
Jarnkarl raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Rain throws a hook but Jarnkarl avoids it easily.
Rain misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Rain throws a wild body kick that Jarnkarl sees coming a mile off.
A nice inside leg kick there by Rain. That's going to slow Jarnkarl down.
Rain tries to land a front kick but Jarnkarl steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jarnkarl misses with a body shot.
Rain looks for the body kick but Jarnkarl saw that one coming.
Jarnkarl cracks Rain with a right hand to the side of the head.
Jarnkarl misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rain.
Jarnkarl looks to score with a jab to the body but Rain is just out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Rain on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jarnkarl misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rain.
Jarnkarl takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A punch lands to the side of Rain 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T3#
Jarnkarl throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jarnkarl thumps Rain with a low kick.
Rain looks to score with a jab to the body but Jarnkarl is just out of range.
Rain gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Rain connects with an inside leg kick.
Rain displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jarnkarl throws out the jab.
Rain misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jarnkarl.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jarnkarl! But no joy.
Rain turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Rain bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A head kick misses from Jarnkarl.
Arni Jarnkarl is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rain ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rain lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jarnkarl at a distance.
The fighters circling - Rain throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Rain misses with a body shot.
Rain throws a low kick but Jarnkarl avoids it.
Rain takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Rain tries for a takedown but Jarnkarl sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T4#
Jarnkarl throws a wild body kick that Rain sees coming a mile off.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jarnkarl dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Rain. That did some damage!
Jarnkarl missing with a left hand there. Rain was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jarnkarl swings for the body but Rain moves out of range.
Rain misses with a body shot
and Jarnkarl counters with a head kick. That will keep Rain thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks! #CUT2#
It looks like Titan Rain has been cut.
Rain 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.
Jarnkarl punishes Rain's body with a nice straight punch.
Jarnkarl connects with a leg kick. Rain looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Rain misses with an uppercut. Jarnkarl saw that one coming.
Jarnkarl replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Rain blocks it well.
Jarnkarl throws out a powerful jab.
Rain throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Jarnkarl counters with a thumping low kick.
Jarnkarl connects with a body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jarnkarl just misses with a punch to the body.
Jarnkarl plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Rain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
As Jarnkarl backs away, Rain returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Arni Jarnkarl showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Titan Rain's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Jarnkarl throws a body shot but no joy.
Rain works Jarnkarl's body with a nice hook.
Jarnkarl moves out of range of the leg kick from Rain.
Jarnkarl throws a shot from downtown. Rain moves away and avoids it.
Rain throws a solid leg kick but Jarnkarl takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Rain.
Jarnkarl lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rain at a distance.
Rain throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jarnkarl counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A head kick by Jarnkarl misses
and Rain counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jarnkarl throws a body punch but Rain moves out of range.
Jarnkarl jabbing away but nothing is landing.
An attempted straight right counter from Rain misses the target.
Jarnkarl lands a jab to the nose.
A shot to the liver by Rain. Beautiful body shot.
Rain scores with a decent looking hook.
Jarnkarl swings for the body but Rain moves out of range.
Jarnkarl scores with a jab. Rain acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rain defending well as Jarnkarl loads up on a big left hand.
Jarnkarl chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Rain can pounce on him.
#T1#
Jarnkarl lands a nice shot to the body.
Rain cracks a nice hook into Jarnkarl's ribs.
That kick from Jarnkarl tenderised Rain's leg. Rain is trying to keep his angry face on.
Rain scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jarnkarl uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rain.
Jarnkarl looks to land a right hand but Rain moved out of range.
Jarnkarl is looking to chop away at Rain's legs.
Rain on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Jarnkarl misses the shot to the body.
Rain avoids the body shot from Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl slips a straight right by Rain.
Jarnkarl moves into range and connects with a jab.
Jarnkarl with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Rain to score with a decent uppercut.
Jarnkarl throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rain throws a low kick, looking for Jarnkarl's leg but Jarnkarl calmly moves out of range.
Jarnkarl bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rain lands a jab.#T2#
A lazy left from Rain finds it's target.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Jarnkarl lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Rain has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Rain and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Rain just misses with a punch to the body.
Jarnkarl loads up on a big right hand but Rain slips the punch.
Jarnkarl throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Rain counters with a leg kick.
Jarnkarl throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jarnkarl misses with a two punch combination.
Rain half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Jarnkarl throws a head kick that misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for Rain.
Jarnkarl lands a nice leg kick that just misses Rain's sensitive parts.
Jarnkarl throws a leg kick but Rain moved away.
Rain lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Rain avoids a kick to the body.
Jarnkarl moves out of range as Rain strikes.
A leg kick checked by Jarnkarl.
Despite the aggression on Jarnkarl's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Jarnkarl throws a head kick but Rain moves out of range.
#T3#
Jarnkarl looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Rain connects with a solid leg kick.
Jarnkarl motions for Rain to come forward. Jarnkarl throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Rain lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Jarnkarl fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Rain looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Rain avoids a kick to the body.
Rain wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Rain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl throws a chopping leg kick but Rain manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Rain throws out a loose jab but Jarnkarl uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rain blocks the body kick.
Rain lands with an uppercut that bounces Jarnkarl off the cage and back into range.
Rain lands a jab to the head.
Jarnkarl lands with a kick to the temple. Rain shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
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!
Jarnkarl displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rain throws out the jab.
Rain ducks under a wild hook from Jarnkarl.#T4#
Rain tries for a takedown but Jarnkarl sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Rain takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Rain dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jarnkarl scores with a shot to the body.
Jarnkarl swings for the body but Rain moves out of range.
Rain throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Jarnkarl makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Rain really felt that one!
Rain throws a low kick but Jarnkarl moves out of range easily.
Rain tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jarnkarl is able to avoid easily.
Jarnkarl tries to land a leg kick but Rain saw it coming and moves away.
Jarnkarl lands a jab to the head.
Rain darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Jarnkarl throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rain sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rain cracks the inside of Jarnkarl's front leg.
Jarnkarl misses with a head kick.
Jarnkarl lands a jab to Rain's midsection.
Rain throws a low kick but Jarnkarl moves out of range easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Arni Jarnkarl just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Titan Rain's cut.
That's time! Rain's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Jarnkarl tries to clinch up.
Jarnkarl takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Rain.
Rain moves out of range of the body kick.
A low kick from Jarnkarl misses
letting Rain counter with a right hand.
Rain scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Jarnkarl misses with a wild body shot.
Jarnkarl will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Rain throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rain uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jarnkarl.
Rain throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jarnkarl wants to land a leg kick but Rain is out of range.
Jarnkarl slaps away a takedown attempt from Rain, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Rain throws a low kick but Jarnkarl avoids it.
Rain scores with a jab.
Rain scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Jarnkarl throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Rain misses its target.
Rain checks a leg kick.
Jarnkarl throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jarnkarl takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jarnkarl throws a push kick but Rain slaps the foot to one side.
Jarnkarl misses with a looping left.
Rain throws a hook to the side of Jarnkarl's head but Jarnkarl sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rain throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jarnkarl counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Rain lands a nice shot to the body.
Jarnkarl cracks Rain with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Rain keeps the fight on the outside.
Rain uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Rain throws a leg kick but Jarnkarl sees it coming and moves out of range.
Jarnkarl doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Rain with a jab.
A bone on bone clash there as Jarnkarl blocks the leg kick.
Rain connects with a single shot there.
Jarnkarl throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Rain scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jarnkarl fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jarnkarl's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Jarnkarl misses with a low kick.
Rain looks to land a right hand but Jarnkarl moved out of range.
Rain misses the shot to the body.
Jarnkarl misses with a hook.
Jarnkarl tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Rain feinted with a counter takedown.
Rain misses with an uppercut
and Jarnkarl cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jarnkarl displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rain throws out the jab.
Jarnkarl throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Rain counters with a low kick, right behind Jarnkarl 's knee.
Jarnkarl throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD#
Jarnkarl gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Rain pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jarnkarl is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Jarnkarl is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Rain is controlling him.
Jarnkarl tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Jarnkarl is adopting a defensive guard.
Rain won't allow Jarnkarl to sweep him here.
Rain trying to control but Jarnkarl is working from the bottom.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Rain preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Jarnkarl lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Jarnkarl lands a jab to Rain's midsection.
Rain misses with a body shot.
Rain thumps Jarnkarl with a low kick.
Rain takes one to the chin there.
Rain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rain fails to land with a series of punches.
Jarnkarl looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Rain avoids a kick to the body.
Rain scores with a jab to the jaw.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Rain.
Jarnkarl is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Titan Rain had his way with Arni Jarnkarl in that round.
The cut man is working on Titan Rain's cut.
That's time! Rain's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R5#
Rain throws out a powerful jab.
Rain scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Rain uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rain throws a low kick but Jarnkarl moves out of range easily.
Jarnkarl jabs Rain to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Rain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rain throws a hook but Jarnkarl avoids it easily.
It seemed like Jarnkarl was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Rain goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain shoots for a double leg takedown but Jarnkarl sprawls well. He's pushed Rain's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Jarnkarl tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rain was well out of range. Poor timing from Jarnkarl.
Rain sizes up Jarnkarl with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Jarnkarl takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Rain throws a solid leg kick but Jarnkarl takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Rain.#T1#
Jarnkarl moves out of range of the leg kick from Rain.
Rain misses with a double jab.
Rain on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
A chopping leg kick lands by Jarnkarl.
Rain keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl throws a body shot but no joy.
Jarnkarl checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Jarnkarl throws out a powerful jab.
Rain checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jarnkarl is looking to land body kicks.
Jarnkarl scores with a jab.
Rain throws a solid leg kick but Jarnkarl takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Rain.
Rain takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Rain misses with a body punch
and Jarnkarl counters with a nice body shot.
A jab lands there for Rain.
Jarnkarl takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rain thuds his right hand into Jarnkarl's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Rain connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Rain fails with a takedown attempt.
Rain scores with a hook.
Jarnkarl takes a swing at Rain's ribcage but misses.
Jarnkarl thuds his shin into the meat of Rain's side.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rain. Jarnkarl does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice body punch from Rain.
Jarnkarl moves out of range of the body kick.
Jarnkarl throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
An inside leg kick from Jarnkarl misses.
Rain darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Jarnkarl misses with a body shot.
#T3#
Jarnkarl ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Jarnkarl slips a straight right by Rain.
Jarnkarl throws a head kick that half lands.
Jarnkarl with a jab.
Rain sizes up Jarnkarl with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Jarnkarl walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Rain checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Rain ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jarnkarl throws a body kick that misses
and Rain counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jarnkarl dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rain throws a nice looking combination but Jarnkarl bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Jarnkarl's jab looks to have found its range, popping Rain under the eye.
Rain fails to land with a series of punches.
Jarnkarl throws the kick towards the body but Rain avoids it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jarnkarl swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Some bone on bone action there as Jarnkarl checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Jarnkarl tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rain was well out of range. Poor timing from Jarnkarl.#T4#
Nice shot by Rain.
Jarnkarl avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Rain misses with a leg kick.
Nice jab there from Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Rain walks into a straight right hand from Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl misses with a kick to the body.
Jarnkarl lands with a right hand.
Jarnkarl bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Jarnkarl scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rain doesn't seem bothered though.
Rain throws a body shot but no joy.
Rain backing away here, and Jarnkarl unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Jarnkarl throws a body shot but no joy.
Rain throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rain moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Jarnkarl throws a push kick but Rain slaps the foot to one side.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Arni Jarnkarl.
I think Jarnkarl has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 47:48
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 48:48
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Arni Jarnkarl!
Arni Jarnkarl is the new bantamweight champion!
After winning the bout, Arni Jarnkarl thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
CEC 448
Date: May 27, 2016 |
#R1#
Rain avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Rain looks to land a body kick but Iron Tyson moved away.
Rain throws a body kick that misses.
We've been hearing reports that Rain has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Rain uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Iron Tyson.
Rain moves forwards but Iron Tyson connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Iron Tyson blocks a head kick by Rain.
Iron Tyson moves out of range of the body kick.
Rain ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Iron Tyson moves away.
Rain loads up on a big right hand but Iron Tyson slips the punch.
Iron Tyson swings for the body but Rain moves out of range.
Rain feinted with a counter takedown.
Rain takes one to the chin there.
Rain buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain pivots, looking for a leg kick but Iron Tyson is out of range and Rain settles back down.
Rain lands with an overhand left.
Rain avoids a punch combination nicely.
Rain throws a front kick that sends Iron Tyson stumbling back into the cage.#T1#
Iron Tyson walks into a straight right hand from Rain.
Rain checks the leg kick nicely there.
Iron Tyson moves out of range of the body kick.
Iron Tyson scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT2#
It looks like Titan Rain has been cut.
A big right from Iron Tyson misses.
Rain swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Rain throws the kick towards the body but Iron Tyson avoids it.
A combination from Iron Tyson does no damage.
Rain is looking to counter punch.
A slapping leg kick lands for Rain.
Iron Tyson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Rain manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Rain fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Iron Tyson has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Rain gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Titan Rain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rain throws the kick towards the body but Iron Tyson avoids it.
Iron Tyson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Rain feinted with a counter takedown.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Iron Tyson throws a hook but Rain avoids it easily.
Rain lands a glancing blow to the side of Iron Tyson's head.
Iron Tyson throws a hook to the side of Rain's head but Rain sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rain dives in for a single leg takedown but Iron Tyson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#T2#
Rain shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Iron Tyson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rain moves away.
Rain changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Iron Tyson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rain.
Rain takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Iron Tyson checks a leg kick.
A big left from Iron Tyson misses.
Iron Tyson misses with a hook
and Rain counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL2#
Iron Tyson moves into the clinch.
Iron Tyson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Iron Tyson throws a head punch that misses.
Rain blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Iron Tyson pushes Rain back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Iron Tyson pushes Rain back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rain makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Iron Tyson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Iron Tyson wants to get back to striking at distance but Rain won't allow it.
Rain lands a left hand.
Iron Tyson throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Rain lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Iron Tyson.
Iron Tyson lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Rain or not.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rain.
Rain makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC#
Rain breaks from the clinch.
Rain misses with an uppercut. Iron Tyson saw that one coming.
Rain shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Iron Tyson counters with a straight right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Titan Rain. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Iron Tyson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The fighters circling - Iron Tyson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Rain tries a head kick but it misses.
Rain displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Iron Tyson throws out the jab.
Rain lands a nice shot that snaps Iron Tyson's head back.
Rain looks to land a right hand but Iron Tyson moved out of range.
Iron Tyson feints the counter takedown.
Iron Tyson looks to land a combination but Rain avoids it well.
Iron Tyson throws a jab but it's blocked by Rain.
A jab from Rain misses. #T4#
Rain keeps Iron Tyson at a distance using the push kick.
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!
Iron Tyson misses with a body shot.
Rain steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Iron Tyson.
Iron Tyson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rain.
Iron Tyson might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Rain tries to land a leg kick but Iron Tyson saw it coming and moves away.
Iron Tyson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Iron Tyson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Iron Tyson misses with an uppercut. Rain saw that one coming.
Rain lands a jab to the head.
Iron Tyson just misses with a punch to the body.
Iron Tyson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rain.
Rain circles away from the clinch attempt#TD#
and Rain counters with a takedown into side control. #ES2#
Iron Tyson explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rain throws a leg kick which misses Iron Tyson's front leg but catches the back leg as Iron Tyson tries to avoid it.
Iron Tyson misses the shot to the body.
Rain is looking to counter with a body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Shogun Iron Tyson will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Titan Rain's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Rain throws a front kick aimed at Iron Tyson's knee but Iron Tyson avoids it well.
Iron Tyson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rain paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Rain walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Iron Tyson checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A punch lands to the side of Rain 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Iron Tyson ducks under a wild hook from Rain.
Iron Tyson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rain.
A jab from Rain does it's job there.
Iron Tyson throws out a loose jab but Rain uses good head movement to avoid it.
Titan Rain is winning the standup battle so far.
Rain will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
#CL2#
Iron Tyson gets a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rain.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain has a couple of punches blocked by Iron Tyson.
Still in the clinch, Rain scores with a nice short uppercut.
Iron Tyson has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Rain seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Iron Tyson can turn it around.#BC#
Rain breaks from the clinch.
Iron Tyson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Rain finds it's way round the side to connect with Iron Tyson's head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Iron Tyson cracks Rain with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Iron Tyson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1#
Rain tries a head kick but it misses.
Iron Tyson looks to throw the jab but Rain is out of range.
Iron Tyson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rain moves away.
Rain lands a nice leg kick that just misses Iron Tyson's sensitive parts.
Iron Tyson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rain.
Rain looks to land a right hand but Iron Tyson moved out of range.
A clash of legs there as Iron Tyson blocks the low kick.
Iron Tyson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rain.
Rain lands with a nice body kick.
Rain throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Iron Tyson throws a jab when Rain was well out of range.
Iron Tyson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice shot lands for Rain.
Iron Tyson looks to land a combination but Rain avoids it well.
Iron Tyson avoids a kick to the body.
Iron Tyson moves out of range of the strikes.#T2#
Rain walks into a jab.
Iron Tyson avoids the body shot from Rain.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rain misses with an uppercut
and Iron Tyson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Iron Tyson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rain manages to avoid it.
Iron Tyson throws a hook but Rain avoids it easily.
A jab from Rain finds it's way through Iron Tyson's defenses.
Iron Tyson throws a head kick but Rain moves out of range.
#TD#
Rain scores with a takedown into Iron Tyson's guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Iron Tyson keeping moving, preventing Rain from controlling successfully.
Rain stopping the sweep attempt from Iron Tyson.
Iron Tyson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rain won't allow Iron Tyson to sweep him here.
Rain cracks Iron Tyson with a solid left hand.#T3#
Rain loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Iron Tyson has his hands on Rain's head, controlling the position.
Rain loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Iron Tyson wants to get back to his feet but Rain is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Rain has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Iron Tyson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Iron Tyson wants to stand up but Rain is controlling him.
Rain trying to control the position from guard on top but Iron Tyson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Rain trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Iron Tyson tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Rain misses with a looping right.
Rain scores with a kick to the midsection.#TD#
Rain looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Rain missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Iron Tyson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Rain stands up over Iron Tyson, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Titan Rain overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Rain is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Iron Tyson wants to stand and escape but Rain is having none of it.
Rain working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Rain throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Rain trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Titan Rain dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Titan Rain's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
Rain displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Iron Tyson throws out the jab.
Rain misses with a body kick.
Iron Tyson throws a shot from downtown. Rain moves away and avoids it.
A little feinted left hand from Rain on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Iron Tyson misses with an uppercut. Rain saw that one coming.
Rain moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Rain misses with the body kick
letting Iron Tyson counter with a right hand.
Nice straight punches there by Iron Tyson. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Iron Tyson.
Nice uppercut lands for Rain. That snapped Iron Tyson's head back.
Rain lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Iron Tyson backs up against the cage.
Rain scores with a hook.
Rain uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Iron Tyson.
Iron Tyson ducks right into an uppercut from Rain.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rain goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Rain misses with the body kick
and Iron Tyson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Iron Tyson connects with the punch.
Iron Tyson defending well as Rain loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Jab, jab by Rain - just one landing.
Nice defenses there by Rain.
Iron Tyson moves out of range as Rain throws a body kick.
Nice cross by Rain.
Iron Tyson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Rain.
Iron Tyson lands with a nice combination. Rain backs away looking to recover.
Rain throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Sloppy strikes from Iron Tyson. Those never looked like landing.
Rain stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Iron Tyson misses with a straight right.
Danga de danga de dang - Iron Tyson scores with a four punch combination!
Shogun Iron Tyson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rain jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Iron Tyson darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Iron Tyson misses with an uppercut. Rain saw that one coming.
Rain uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Iron Tyson.#T2#
Iron Tyson misses with an uppercut. Rain saw that one coming.
Rain throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Iron Tyson throws out a counter right but Rain avoids it with no problem.
Nice jab there from Rain.
Iron Tyson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Rain can pounce on him.
Rain digs a good hook to Iron Tyson's body.
Rain misses with an uppercut. Iron Tyson saw that one coming.
Rain scores with a crisp jab that stopped Iron Tyson in his tracks. #TD#
Rain throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Iron Tyson tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Rain is in Iron Tyson's guard.
Iron Tyson looking to control.
Rain wants to control from the top but Iron Tyson keeps moving.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Rain's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Iron Tyson wants to stand but Rain is controlling the position.
Iron Tyson wants to sweep but no luck. #T3#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Iron Tyson holds on and takes a little breather.
Iron Tyson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Rain.
Rain wants to pass the guard but Iron Tyson is keeping the position.
Rain throws a big right hand that misses.
Iron Tyson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Rain looking to sit in guard and control but Iron Tyson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Iron Tyson wants to control from the top but Rain keeps moving.
Rain is trying to keep Iron Tyson in close.
#T4#
Iron Tyson stopping the sweep attempt from Rain.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Iron Tyson seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Rain misses with a looping left.
Iron Tyson just misses with a punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Titan Rain did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Titan Rain's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R4#
Rain bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Iron Tyson throws a looping overhand right but Rain ducks down to avoid it.
Rain misses with an uppercut.
Rain connects with a solid leg kick.
Rain throws a jab when Iron Tyson was well out of range.
Rain takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Rain uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Iron Tyson.
Iron Tyson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Rain scores with a sloppy right hand. Iron Tyson should have avoided that one.
Rain throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Iron Tyson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rain misses with a takedown attempt
and Iron Tyson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Iron Tyson tries to clinch up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Iron Tyson moves out of range of the body kick.
Rain throws a lazy right hand but Iron Tyson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rain drops his hands momentarily and Iron Tyson takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Rain shoots in but no luck this time.
Nice defenses there by Iron Tyson.#T1#
Rain fakes the leg kick and cracks Iron Tyson in the body.
Iron Tyson misses with a straight left.
Rain throws a sloppy head kick and Iron Tyson moves out of range easily.
Rain scores with a spinning back kick!
Rain closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Iron Tyson tries to clinch but Rain moves out of range.
Rain throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Iron Tyson has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Rain.#CL2#
Iron Tyson rushes Rain and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Rain's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rain fakes the leg kick and cracks Iron Tyson in the body.
Rain looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Titan Rain. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rain shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Iron Tyson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rain moves out of range as Iron Tyson strikes.
Rain drops down looking for a counter takedown but Iron Tyson sprawls and moves away.#T2#
Rain throws a jab but it's blocked by Iron Tyson.
Rain throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Iron Tyson's waist but Iron Tyson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Rain off to one side. #TD#
Rain closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
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!
Iron Tyson is trying is best to control the position here. #ES2#
Iron Tyson makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Iron Tyson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Iron Tyson scores with a punch to the head.
Iron Tyson connects with a jab.
Iron Tyson sizes up Rain with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Rain throws a low kick but Iron Tyson moves out of range easily. #CL2#
Iron Tyson clinches up against the cage.
Iron Tyson scores with a shot to the side of Rain's head.
Iron Tyson tries to circle away but Rain has him pinned against the cage.
Rain lands a shoulder strike. #T3#
Iron Tyson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Iron Tyson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rain backwards.
Rain blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC#
Rain breaks the clinch.
Rain fails with a takedown attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Iron Tyson! But no joy.
Rain tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Iron Tyson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rain.
Iron Tyson takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Iron Tyson on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Rain throws a right and a left that both miss.#CL2#
Iron Tyson clinches up against the cage.
Rain lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Iron Tyson blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Rain fails to land. #T4#
Iron Tyson works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Rain is working for takedown but Iron Tyson is calmly controlling the position for now.
Rain blocking some punches.
Iron Tyson lands an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rain lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Iron Tyson'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.
Iron Tyson blocks an uppercut.
A short right from Iron Tyson.
Iron Tyson lands with a short shot to the head. #BC#
Rain manages to break the clinch.
Rain tries to land a body kick
and Iron Tyson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rain scores with a decent looking hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Iron Tyson connects with a single shot there.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Rain.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Shogun Iron Tyson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Titan Rain's cut.
That's time! Rain's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!
#R5#
A nice leg kick lands there from Rain.
A telegraphed right hand from Iron Tyson misses the target.
Rain misses with an uppercut.
Rain lands with an uppercut that bounces Iron Tyson off the cage and back into range.
Iron Tyson lands a jab to Rain's midsection.
A telegraphed right hand from Iron Tyson misses the target.
Iron Tyson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rain.
Rain lunges at Iron Tyson with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Iron Tyson's hand.
Iron Tyson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rain shoots in but Iron Tyson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain misses with a head kick.
Iron Tyson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Iron Tyson misses with a looping right.
Iron Tyson closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T1#
Iron Tyson moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Rain keeps the fight on the outside.
Rain is looking to counter with a body kick.
Rain is looking to chop away at Iron Tyson's legs.
Rain showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Iron Tyson.
Rain works the jab nicely.
Iron Tyson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A big left from Rain misses.
Iron Tyson misses with an uppercut.
Nice defenses there by Iron Tyson.
Iron Tyson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Iron Tyson 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.
Rain does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Rain throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Iron Tyson throws out a counter right but Rain avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Iron Tyson looks to land a combination but Rain avoids it well.
Rain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rain lands a front kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rain misses with a body kick.
It seemed like Iron Tyson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Iron Tyson looks to score with a jab to the body but Rain is just out of range.
Iron Tyson lands a nice shot to the body.
No joy there for Iron Tyson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Rain is looking to counter punch.
Rain will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Iron Tyson misses with a left hand
and Rain makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
A big right from Iron Tyson misses.
Iron Tyson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rain takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Rain pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Rain misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T3#
A swing and a miss from Rain.
Iron Tyson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Rain to score with a decent uppercut.
Rain connects with a leg kick. Iron Tyson looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Iron Tyson thuds a left hand into Rain's body.
Iron Tyson avoids a kick to the body.
Rain throws a body kick that misses.
Iron Tyson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rain lets loose with a powerful body kick. Iron Tyson will feel that in the morning.
A big right from Iron Tyson misses.
Iron Tyson shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Rain lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Iron Tyson throws a right and a left that Rain avoids nicely.
Iron Tyson scores with a jab to the head.
Rain connects with a nice looking jab.
#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rain scores with a head kick.
Rain throws a lazy uppercut
and Iron Tyson counters with a stiff right hand.
Rain shoots in and drives through. Iron Tyson sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Titan Rain. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A telegraphed right hand from Iron Tyson misses the target.
A slow jab from Iron Tyson misses its intended target.
Rain checks a low kick from Iron Tyson.#TD#
Iron Tyson tries to sprawl but Rain drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Rain throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Iron Tyson wants to get back to full guard.
Iron Tyson trying to control from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rain looks to land a strike but Iron Tyson avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Iron Tyson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Iron Tyson 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.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Titan Rain.
I think Rain has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Glass scores the fight 48:47
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 48:47
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Titan Rain!
Titan Rain retains his bantamweight title!
Titan Rain decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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Date: May 13, 2016 |
#R1#
Rain avoids the head kick by Tallon.
Rain has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Tallon is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Tallon is looking to land body kicks.
A little jabbing left from Rain on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A clash of legs there as Rain blocks the low kick.
Tallon tries to land a leg kick but Rain saw it coming and moves away.
Tallon takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#TD2#
Rain closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Rain lands in his opponent's guard.
Rain tries to free his leg and advance position but Tallon is retaining full guard.
Rain chips away with some ground and pound.
Rain is working Tallon over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Tallon utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Rain in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Tallon avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Tallon controlling the position.
Rain in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Tallon preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Tallon wants to stand but Rain is controlling the position.
Rain chips away with some ground and pound.#T1##ES#
Tallon uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Tallon scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tallon thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rain avoids the head kick by Tallon.
Sean Tallon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tallon avoids the body shot from Rain.
Tallon goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Nice body kick from Tallon.
A big left from Tallon misses.
Tallon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rain.
Tallon lands a lovely overhand right.
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!
Rain stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Rain fails with the takedown.
Tallon rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rain counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #T2#
Rain throws a wild body kick that Tallon sees coming a mile off.
Rain lands with a shot to the body.
Rain ducks under a wild hook from Tallon.
It seemed like Rain was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tallon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rain manages to avoid it.
Tallon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rain was well out of range. Poor timing from Tallon.
An inside leg kick from Rain misses.
Tallon tries a head kick but it misses.
Rain is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tallon.
Tallon seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
A leg kick checked by Tallon.
Rain is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tallon misses the shot to the body.
Rain now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Rain works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Rain shoots in looking for a takedown but Tallon manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Rain's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Tallon tries to clinch
and Rain counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL#
Tallon clinches with his opponent.
Tallon throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Rain struggles to land a body shot inside as Tallon controls his hands.
Rain tries to break the clinch but Tallon is controlling the position.
A nice left hand lands by Rain.
Rain misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rain lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tallon backwards.
Tallon throws a punch but it's blocked by Rain. #BC2#
Rain breaks from the clinch.
Rain throws an overhand right that lands on Tallon's shoulder, as Tallon tries to avoid the shot.
Rain thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Tallon if he has to take too many more of those.
Tallon on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Rain fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tallon.
Rain avoids the head kick by Tallon.
A little jabbing left from Rain on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tallon gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Tallon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rain shoots in but Tallon avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Sean Tallon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Titan Rain.
Tallon lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Titan Rain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tallon steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rain.
Tallon clobbers Rain with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tallon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rain manages to avoid it.
Tallon throws a sloppy head kick and Rain moves out of range easily.
Rain throws a head kick but Tallon moves out of range.
Tallon is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Rain.
Rain misses with a double jab.
#TD2#
Rain shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Tallon is trying to stand.
#ES#
Tallon pushes Rain off and gets back to his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rain is looking to land body kicks.
Tallon throws a quick counter kick to the body but Rain avoids it.
Rain throws a hook to the side of Tallon's head but Tallon sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tallon looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Nice uppercut there from Tallon.
Rain scoring well with a low kick there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Titan Rain will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Rain misses the shot to the body.
Rain paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Rain has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tallon.
Tallon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rain manages to avoid it.
Tallon takes a jab right on the kisser.
Rain misses with a low kick as Tallon jumps back.
Rain on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
The crowd cheers as Rain lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tallon doesn't seem phased though.
An inside leg kick lands from Rain.
A slow jab from Rain misses its intended target.
Rain swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tallon connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT#
It looks like Titan Rain has been cut.
Rain misses with a takedown attempt - Tallon sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rain feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tallons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T1#
Tallon throws a jab when Rain was well out of range.
Rain throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tallon seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Tallon takes a swing at Rain's ribcage but misses.
Tallon looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A big left from Tallon misses.
Tallon swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Rain.
Rain avoids a kick to the body.
Tallon misses with a straight right.
Rain catches Tallon with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tallon with a jab.
Tallon takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Nice straight punches there by Rain. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Rain.
Rain pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tallon looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Rain avoids the body shot from Tallon.
Tallon throws a front kick that sends Rain stumbling back into the cage.#T2#
Tallon throws a hook to the side of Rain's head but Rain sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rain changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A jab lands there for Rain.
Tallon checks the leg kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Tallon misses its target.
Rain feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tallon's calf.
Nice body punch from Tallon.
Rain takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Rain shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tallon as he avoids it easily.
Tallon checks a leg kick nicely.
Rain uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tallon has time to react.
Tallon misses with a straight left.
Rain cracks a nice hook into Tallon's ribs.
Tallon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rain throws out the jab.
Tallon throws a body shot but no joy.
Rain throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tallon misses with a head kick.
#T3#
Rain fails with a takedown attempt.
Sean Tallon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Titan Rain.
Rain slips under a jab.
Tallon throws a push kick but Rain slaps the foot to one side.
Tallon throws the kick towards the body but Rain avoids it.
Tallon feints and then cracks Rain's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rain down.
Rain throws a jab when Tallon was well out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Rain.
Rain scores with a hook.
Tallon dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tallon loads up on a big right hand but Rain slips the punch.
Sean Tallon is winning the standup battle so far.
Rain throws a leg kick that is checked#CL#
and Tallon holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Tallon lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rain backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rain.
Rain lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tallon backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tallon misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T4#
Tallon throws a punch but it's blocked by Rain.
Rain tries to work over Tallon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Rain breaks from the clinch.
Rain darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Rain blocks the body kick.
Tallon looks to land a left hand but Rain moved out of range nicely.
Nice body punch from Rain.
Tallon pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A big right from Tallon misses.
Rain throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tallon counters with a stiff right hand.
Tallon throws a half hearted mid kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rain stuns Tallon with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Rain.
Tallon slips a straight right by Rain.
Tallon looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tallon on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Titan Rain will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Titan Rain's cut.
That's time! Tallon's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Rain throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tallon.
Tallon goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Rain avoids the head kick by Tallon.
Tallon throws a front kick aimed at Rain's knee but Rain avoids it well.
Tallon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rain manages to avoid it.
Rain cracks the inside of Tallon's front leg.
Tallon swings for the body but Rain moves out of range.
Rain tries a quick counter leg kick but Tallon is wise to it.
Tallon misses with a kick to the body.
A low kick from Tallon is predictable there #TD2#
and Rain counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Tallon!
Tallon tries to escape but Rain is in control.
Rain scores with punches from side control.
Tallon is trying to improve his position.
Tallon wants to get back to his feet.
Rain working the ground and pound but Tallon is defending the strikes.
Tallon takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
#T1#
Rain cracks Tallon with a big right hand but Tallon just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Tallon tries to bench press Rain off him but Rain keeps the position.
Tallon is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Rain is controlling him well.
Rain is putting a hurting on Tallon here, landing some big shots from side control.
Tallon wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Tallon avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Rain.
Rain scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Tallon to see if he's OK.
Rain lands some shots froms side control.
The strikes coming from Rain are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Tallon is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Rain working the head and body with strikes. #T2#
Rain prevents Tallon from escaping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rain sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Tallon is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Rain working away.
Tallon is trying to get back to half guard.#ES#
Tallon explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
A swing and a miss from Tallon.
Tallon is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tallon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rain was well out of range. Poor timing from Tallon.
Rain bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rain fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tallon has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tallon tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tallon throws a body punch but Rain moves out of range.
Rain moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Rain jabs Tallon to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tallon throws a body shot but no joy.
Rain moves out of range as Tallon throws a body kick.
#T3#
Rain throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tallon connects with a nice looking jab.
Tallon has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Rain.
Rain tries to score with a low kick but Tallon moves his leg out of the way.
Tallon misses with a hook. Rain ducked under it nicely.
Tallon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rain.
A jab from Rain does it's job there.
Tallon looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A left and a right from Rain both land. Nice combination.
Tallon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tallon tried to counter with a leg kick but Rain avoided it.
Rain swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tallon blocks a head kick by Rain.
Rain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rain looks to land a body kick but Tallon moved away.
Rain throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tallon. #T4#
Tallon throws a head kick but Rain moves out of range.
Tallon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rain.
Tallon moves forwards but Rain connects with a nice, crisp jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Danga de danga de dang - Tallon scores with a four punch combination!
Tallon punishes Rain's body with a nice straight punch.
Rain misses with a body kick.
Tallon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rain.
Tallon cracks Rain with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Tallon bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#ROC#
Rain is rocked!
Tallon lands a right hook to the body.
Rain is still on wobbly legs! Can Tallon finish him?
Rain fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rain seems to have recovered his senses.
Rain keeps Tallon at a distance using the push kick.
Rain pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tallon throws a push kick but Rain slaps the foot to one side.
Despite the aggression on Rain's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Titan Rain really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Titan Rain's cut.
That's time! Tallon's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Tallon misses with a body shot.
Rain misses with a hook. Tallon ducked under it nicely.
Rain throws a low kick but Tallon moves out of range easily.
Rain lands a head shot.
Rain stuns Tallon with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Rain takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tallon throws a leg kick
and Rain counters with a nice body kick.
Rain scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tallon takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Rain tries a low kick but Tallon avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tallon looks to score with a jab to the body but Rain is just out of range.
Rain turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tallon misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Rain counters with a shoot takedown. Tallon fights it but they end up in guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rain pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tallon is keeping the position for now.
Tallon seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Rain has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Rain working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Tallon wants to stand up but Rain is controlling him.
Tallon working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Rain.
Rain landing some decent shots from guard.
Rain lands a couple of digs.
Tallon pulls Rain in close to his closed guard and prevents Rain from doing any damage or advancing position.
Tallon wants to stand but Rain is controlling the position.
Tallon working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Rain.
Rain connects with a couple of short punches.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tallon is looking to stand up but Rain isn't so interested in that idea. #SUB2#
Rain is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Rain lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Rain pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tallon is keeping the position for now.
Tallon avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Tallon is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Rain working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Tallon is adopting a defensive guard.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Tallon can't keep his opponent in guard - Rain advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T3#
Rain stops Tallon from getting back to his feet.
Rain missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Rain connects with a nice short shot to Tallon's temple.
Tallon tries to roll over but Rain keeps him under control.
Rain missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Tallon is trying to control but can't.
Rain scoring with strikes to the body and head. #ES#
Tallon kicks off Rain and gets to his feet.
Tallon throws a head kick that misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Rain.
Rain dips to his left and cracks Tallon with an uppercut!#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Rain. #ES#
Tallon sneaks out the side door and pushes Rain away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tallon throws an overhand right that lands on Rain's shoulder, as Rain tries to avoid the shot.
Rain connects with a crisp jab.
Tallon slips under a jab.
Tallon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tallon fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rain has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tallon misses with a body kick.
Rain attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Tallon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rain connects with an inside leg kick.
Tallon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rain misses with a straight left.
Tallon tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Rain manages to circle out of the way.
Rain cracks Tallon with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Titan Rain dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Titan Rain's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Tallon misses with a leg kick
and Rain counters with a nice leg kick.
Tallon dips to his left and cracks Rain with an uppercut!
Tallon looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tallon tried to score with a low kick but Rain checks it.
Tallon goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Rain uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tallon.
Rain fakes the leg kick and cracks Tallon in the body.
Rain throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tallon on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tallon lands with a kick to the ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tallon checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Tallon tries to move into range but Rain moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Tallon is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rain.
Rain misses with a body shot.
Nice cross by Rain.#T1#
Rain dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tallon delivers a nice body kick.
Rain shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tallon but Tallon pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Tallon misses with a kick to the body.
Tallon changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Rain jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rain tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A leg kick checked by Rain.
A low kick from Rain misses
enabling Tallon to counter with a crisp jab.
Rain sizes up Tallon with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tallon looks to score with a jab to the body but Rain is just out of range.
Rain was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Rain works the jab nicely.
Tallon throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T2#
Tallon takes a swing at Rain's ribcage but misses.
Tallon throws a head kick that half lands.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rain throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sean Tallon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A solid leg kick lands there for Rain.
Rain throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rain throws a leg kick but Tallon sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tallon throws a body kick that misses.
Rain takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Rain displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tallon throws out the jab.
Tallon throws a hook but Rain blocks it.
Rain lands a nice shot to the body.
Tallon takes a swing at Rain's ribcage but misses.
Rain takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Rain sizes up Tallon with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T3#
Nice straight punches there by Rain. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Rain.
Rain blocks the body kick.
A good leg kick by Tallon.
Rain is looking to land body kicks.
Rain misses with a body kick.
Tallon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rain.
Tallon takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Rain scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Rain throws a leg kick but Tallon moved away.
Rain throws a push kick but Tallon slaps the foot to one side.
Rain lands a jab to Tallon's midsection.
Rain cracks Tallon with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Tallon scores with a leg kick.
Rain is looking to chop away at Tallon's legs. #T4#
Rain misses with a series of wild punches.
Tallon works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rain takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Rain works Tallon's body with a nice hook.
Rain throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tallon thumps Rain with a low kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Rain. That snapped Tallon's head back.
Rain keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Tallon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rain was well out of range. Poor timing from Tallon.
Rain getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Tallon throws a push kick but Rain slaps the foot to one side.
Tallon throws a body kick that misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Titan Rain.
Well Rain 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 48:49
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 45:50
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Titan Rain!
Titan Rain is the new bantamweight champion!
Titan Rain decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Date: Apr 22, 2016 |
#R1#
Rain bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kersikov moves out of range as Rain strikes.
Kersikov attempts a counter takedown but Rain avoids it well and moves away.
Kersikov punishes Rain's body with a nice straight punch.
A low kick from Rain misses
letting Kersikov counter with a right hand.
Rain lands a high kick!
Kersikov throws a leg kick but Rain moved away.
Kersikov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rain has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kersikov with a nice cross.
Rain on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#CUT#
It looks like Titan Rain has been cut.
Rain misses with a head kick.
Decent striking displayed by Rain there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kersikov misses with an uppercut. Rain saw that one coming.
Rain turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kersikov misses with a low kick. #TD2#
Rain closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Kersikov to the mat! Kersikov manages to get full guard. #T1#
Rain lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Rain throws a big right hand that misses.
Rain throws a big elbow that misses.
Rain throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Rain trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Rain has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Rain throws a big right hand that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rain pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now.
Kersikov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Kersikov continues to stall.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Rain trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Rain being controlled here momentarily. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kersikov throws a low kick but Rain avoids it.
Rain throws a front kick that sends Kersikov stumbling back into the cage.
Rain tries to move into range but Kersikov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Rain lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Rain blocks a jab.
Rain's coach down at Heavy Metal was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Rain's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Rain avoids a kick to the body.
#T3#
Rain throws a nice inside leg kick.
Rain throws a leg kick which misses Kersikov's front leg but catches the back leg as Kersikov tries to avoid it.
Kersikov throws a front kick aimed at Rain's knee but Rain avoids it well.
Rain throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kersikov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Rain lands with a shot to the body. #TD2#
Rain closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Kersikov quickly recovers to half guard.
Kersikov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kersikov trying to control the position here.
Kersikov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rain looking to pass the guard. #T4#
Kersikov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rain manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Rain tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Rain looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kersikov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kersikov scoring with punches to the head and body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kersikov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Rain works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kersikov trying to control but Rain is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Titan Rain will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Titan Rain's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Kersikov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A low kick from Rain misses
and Kersikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kersikov moves out of range of the body kick from Rain.
Rain throws a head kick that misses
and Kersikov counters with a nice uppercut.
Kersikov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rain moves away.
Kersikov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Rain throws a jab but it's blocked by Kersikov.
Rain scores with a kick to the midsection.
Rain throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kersikov counters with a good low kick that Rain was not able to check.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Rain checks it well.
Rain looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kersikov tries a low kick but Rain avoids it.
A shot to the body from Rain misses
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Kersikov avoids a kick to the body.
Rain fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kersikov blocks the body kick.
Rain lands a nice hook to Kersikov's body. Kersikov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Rain misses with a body kick.
Rain throws a jab but it's blocked by Kersikov.
Rain lands a glancing blow to the side of Kersikov's head.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kersikov - that will leave a mark!
A telegraphed right hand from Kersikov misses the target.
Rain ducks under a wild hook from Kersikov.
Kersikov blocks a jab.
Rain cracks the inside of Kersikov's front leg.
Rain lands the left hand.
Rain fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kersikov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T2#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Rain!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rain scoring well with a low kick there.
A big right from Kersikov misses.
Kersikov wants to land a leg kick but Rain is out of range.
Kersikov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Rain darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Rain takes one on the button.
Kersikov moves out of range of the body kick.
A jab from Kersikov misses.
Rain cracks Kersikov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kersikov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Rain misses with a straight left.
Rain just misses with a punch to the body.
#T3#
Rain throws a right and a left that Kersikov avoids nicely.
Kersikov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rain.
Rain comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kersikov blocks the body kick.
Kersikov looks to land a right hand but Rain moved out of range.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Rain.
Kersikov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kersikov tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Rain scores with a hook to the body. Kersikov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Rain tests Kersikov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rain thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kersikov if he has to take too many more of those.
Kersikov misses with a straight right.
Rain takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T4#
Rain with a nice cross.
Rain looks to throw a body kick
and Kersikov counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kersikov checks a low kick from Rain.
Kersikov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kersikov tries to score with a low kick but Rain moves his leg out of the way.
Rain takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kersikov moves out of range as Rain throws a body kick.
Kersikov misses with a body kick.
Rain thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kersikov if he has to take too many more of those.
Kersikov checks a leg kick nicely.#TD#
Kersikov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rain gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Kersikov content to control rather than advance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Titan Rain will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Titan Rain's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Rain lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Rain uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kersikov has time to react.
Rain slips under a jab.
Titan Rain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kersikov staying out of range there.
Kersikov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rain changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Rain lands a jab-cross combination.
Kersikov fails to land with a series of punches.
Rain let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain swings for the body but Kersikov moves out of range.
Rain looks to land a right hand but Kersikov moved out of range.
Kersikov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rain doesn't seem bothered though.
Rain walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kersikov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
As Rain backs away, Kersikov returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Rain.#T1#
Kersikov throws a hook but Rain avoids it easily.
Rain throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kersikov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kersikov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Rain to score with a decent uppercut.
Rain lands a nice looking body shot.
Kersikov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Rain.
Rain scores with a kick to the body.
Rain throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Rain throws a low kick, looking for Kersikov's leg but Kersikov calmly moves out of range.
Kersikov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Rain lands a right hook to the body.
Kersikov lands a jab to Rain's midsection.
Rain scores with a spinning back kick!
Boyko Kersikov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rain fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kersikov will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.#TD#
Kersikov looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Rain!
Kersikov is chipping away with strikes.
Kersikov lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Kersikov wants to control but Rain is keeping him busy.
Kersikov lands an elbow.
Rain is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Kersikov trying to control the action but Rain is working from the bottom.
Kersikov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T3#
Kersikov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Kersikov prevents Rain from improving his position.
Kersikov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Rain is looking for a sweep. Kersikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kersikov winds up and cracks Rain with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Rain is staying active underneath Kersikov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Rain wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Rain looking for a kimura from the bottom but Kersikov passes into side control!
Kersikov scores with punches from side control. #T4#
Kersikov throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Rain works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Rain is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kersikov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Kersikov prevents Rain from improving his position.
Rain trying to control but Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov is looking to stall here but Rain recovers full guard.
Kersikov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Titan Rain.
I've got Rain winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Titan Rain!
As Titan Rain got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: Regarding my last fight, look at that 5th round. THERE IS NO WAY that round can be 10-8 for the opponent. NO FUCKING WAY. I won that round, what a screwjob.'.
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Date: Mar 24, 2016 |
#R1#
Rain connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Tallon scores with a jab.
Tallon misses with a head kick.
Rain feints the counter takedown.
A punch combination from Rain misses.
Rain pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rain looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Tallon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tallon looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Rain has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Rain shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Tallon pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rain takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tallon throws a looping overhand right but Rain ducks down to avoid it.
Tallon's jab looks to have found its range, popping Rain under the eye.
Rain lands a head shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rain connects with a body shot.
Rain throws a leg kick
enabling Tallon to counter with a crisp jab. #CL#
Tallon moves into the clinch.
Rain misses with a hook to the ribs.
Still in the clinch, Tallon scores with a nice short uppercut.#T1#
Rain wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Rain is trying to force a seperation but Tallon has the dominant position.
Nice body punch from Tallon.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tallon.
Rain lands a hook that snaps the head of Tallon backwards.
Rain lands a left hand.
Tallon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rain is trying to break the clinch but Tallon has him pressed against the cage.
Rain lands with a light punch inside.
Tallon struggles to land a body shot inside as Rain controls his hands.
Rain blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rain blocks an uppercut.
Tallon scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tallon works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tallon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tallon blocks a body shot from Rain.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rain.
Rain tries to break free but Tallon pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Rain manages to break the clinch.
#T2#
Rain throws a body punch but Tallon moves out of range.
Tallon thinks about countering with a body kick.
Good exchange - Tallon coming out on top.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tallon wants to clinch.
Rain ducks under a wild hook from Tallon.
Rain throws the kick towards the body but Tallon avoids it.
Tallon appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Rain.
Rain feints the counter takedown.
Nice straight punches there by Rain. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Rain.
Tallon throws an overhand right that lands on Rain's shoulder, as Rain tries to avoid the shot.
Rain throws a body kick that misses.
Tallon takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Rain connects with a body shot that sends Tallon's belly button to the back.
Nice body punch from Rain.
Tallon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rain.
Tallon moves to clinch but Rain breaks away
and Rain counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T3#
Rain shoots in for a takedown but Tallon shows good takedown defense.
Tallon swings for the body but Rain moves out of range.
Tallon swings for the body but Rain moves out of range.
Rain lands a nice looking kick to the body. Tallon takes a step back to recover.
Rain throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rain checks the leg kick nicely there.
Rain scores with a leg kick.
Tallon throws a right hand that misses
and Rain counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tallon is looking to land body kicks.
Tallon throws a nice outside leg kick. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Rain.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rain working the head with strikes.
Tallon is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#T4#
An elbow from Rain crashes against the mat.
Tallon takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Tallon managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Rain.
Tallon is trying to get back to his feet.
Tallon dodges the ground and pound from Rain.
Rain cracks Tallon with a big right hand but Tallon just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Rain prevents Tallon from escaping the position.
Tallon is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Rain is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Tallon gets back to half guard.
Rain working the head and body with strikes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tallon tries to kick Rain off but Rain keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tallon moves into full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Titan Rain will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Rain misses with a double jab.
Rain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tallon pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Rain misses with a low kick.
Tallon defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Rain.
Rain punishes Tallon's body with a nice straight punch.
Titan Rain seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tallon tries to clinch but Rain moves away
and Rain counters with a lovely shot to the body.#CL#
Tallon clinches up against the cage.
Rain working aggressively here.
Rain blocks an uppercut.
Tallon misses with some punches.
Rain has a couple of punches blocked by Tallon.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Rain breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rain ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tallon moves away.
Rain takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tallon blocks the body kick.
Tallon is looking to counter punch.
Titan Rain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rain throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Tallon throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tallon throws a body shot but no joy.
A slow jab from Tallon misses its intended target.
Tallon rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rain makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Tallon blocks a leg kick.
Tallon tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Rain bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rain throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tallon takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Rain turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Rain is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Tallon rather than just go for the knockout.
That kick from Rain tenderised Tallon's leg. Tallon is trying to keep his angry face on.
Rain rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tallon moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tallon throws out a leg kick but Rain moves out of range and Tallon only half commits.
Rain looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rain throws a leg kick but Tallon sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Rain avoids the head kick by Tallon.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Rain.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tallon moves out of range of the body kick from Rain.
Rain changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tallon throws out a loose jab but Rain uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rain misses with a series of wild punches.
Rain lands a nice looking body kick.
Rain fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tallon manages to avoid it.
Rain swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Rain circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tallon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rain throws a hook but Tallon avoids it easily.
Tallon swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tallon blocks a leg kick.
Tallon misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rain shoots in looking for a takedown but Tallon manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Rain's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#T3#
Rain misses with a straight left.
Tallon swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Rain counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rain throws a body kick, spinning off balance#CL#
and Tallon counters by clinching up.
Rain swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tallon takes a shot to the head.
A short right from Tallon.
Rain softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Rain has a couple of punches blocked by Tallon.
Rain lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rain doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tallon.
Tallon lands a right hand.
Tallon gets through Rain's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tallon scores with a shot to the side of Rain's head.
Rain tries to score a body lock takedown but Tallon shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Sean Tallon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Titan Rain.
Tallon is leaning against Rain and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tallon lands with a left to the head.
A short left from Tallon. #T4#
Rain blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rain has had enough of the clinch but Tallon keeps him there for the moment.
Tallon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tallon misses with some punches.
Rain swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rain works on Tallon's body with a couple of short punches.
Tallon lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rain backwards. #BC2#
Rain pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Sean Tallon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rain is looking to land body kicks.
Tallon looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Rain tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Rain throws a shot from downtown. Tallon moves away and avoids it.
Tallon throws a good cross that connects.
Tallon throws a head kick but Rain moves out of range.
Rain avoids a punch combination nicely.
Rain goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Titan Rain will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Tallon moves in looking to clinch but Rain pushes him off.
It seemed like Rain was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Rain uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tallon has time to react.
Tallon throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tallon fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Rain blocks a leg kick.
Tallon misses with a head kick.
Rain scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Rain with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Rain throws a hook but Tallon avoids it easily.
Rain misses with a wild body shot.
Tallon scores with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tallon does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Tallon throws a quick inside leg kick.
Rain thuds his right hand into Tallon's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Rain misses with the body kick
and Tallon connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rain loads up on a big right hand but Tallon slips the punch.#T1#
Rain misses with an uppercut. Tallon saw that one coming.
Tallon tries to close the distance and clinch but Rain swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
And Rain tries to counter it with a takedown but Tallon pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tallon scores with a spinning back kick!
Tallon feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Rain's calf.
Tallon lands with an overhand left.
Rain lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tallon at a distance.
A jab from Tallon misses.
Rain catches Tallon with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tallon looks to score with a jab to the body but Rain is just out of range.
Tallon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Rain - that will leave a mark!
Tallon on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Tallon avoids a punch combination nicely.
Rain thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Tallon if he has to take too many more of those.
#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tallon slips a jab and a cross from Rain.
Rain shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Tallon pinned against the cage. Tallon gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Rain throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tallon misses the shot to the body.
Rain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice jab there from Rain.
Tallon throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Rain throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Rain finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tallon scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Rain misses with a hook
#CL#
and Tallon counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Rain can't find room to land a body shot as Tallon controls the action.
#T3#
Tallon throws a head punch that misses.
Tallon struggles to land a body shot inside as Rain controls his hands.
Rain is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Tallon misses with a body punch.
Tallon misses with a punch on the inside.
Rain blocking some punches.
Tallon blocking some punches.
Tallon swings wildly with an uppercut but Rain uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rain wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Tallon tries to work over Rain's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rain wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tallon has him pressed against the cage.
Tallon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rain's elbow.
Sean Tallon has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rain.
Rain lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tallon misses with a punch to the body.
#TD2#
Rain jumps into guard, dragging Tallon to the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4##SUB2#
Rain working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tallon doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tallon manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SU#
Rain is working an open guard so Tallon takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Tallon lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Rain misses the shot to the body.
Tallon fires out a quick counter leg kick but Rain just manages to avoid it.
Rain tests Tallon's chin there with a solid looking shot.#TD2#
Rain changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Tallon looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#ES#
Tallon explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rain tries a head kick but it misses.
Tallon tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Good work by Tallon as he checks the leg kick.
Tallon misses with a head kick.
Tallon misses with a head kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Sean Tallon did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
Rain scores with a push kick.
Rain ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tallon is looking to score with low kicks.
Rain attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tallon delivers a nice body kick.
Tallon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tallon checks a leg kick.
Rain throws a hook but Tallon avoids it easily.
Rain throws a hook but Tallon avoids it easily.
Rain bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain throws the kick towards the body but Tallon avoids it.
Tallon throws a quick counter kick to the body but Rain avoids it.
Tallon doesn't manage to clinch there - Rain circles away.
Tallon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tallon defending well as Rain loads up on a big left hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tallon. Rain does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Tallon throws a head kick but Rain moves out of range.
Nice takedown defense from Tallon. No joy for Rain on that attempt.
Rain takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Rain does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Tallon misses with a kick to the body.
Rain throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Rain keeps the fight on the outside.
Tallon takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Rain is looking to chop away at Tallon's legs.
Rain lands a nice hook to Tallon's body. Tallon takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tallon scores with a jab to the jaw.
Rain blocks a jab.
Rain lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Rain.
Tallon throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Rain. #T2#
An inside leg kick lands from Tallon.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rain waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tallon.
Tallon scores with a jab.
Rain feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tallon's calf.
Tallon drops his hands momentarily and Rain takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tallon. Rain does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rain throws a body shot but no joy.
Rain throws a leg kick that misses.
Rain fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tallon checks it well.
Tallon doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Rain on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tallon. Tallon obviously looking to wear him down.
Rain throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Tallon counter with a right hand.
Rain throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Rain takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T3#
Rain's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tallon under the eye.
A head kick misses from Rain.
Rain moves away from the strike by Tallon.
Rain feints the counter takedown.
Rain tries to land a leg kick but Tallon saw it coming and moves away.
Rain throws a head kick that misses.
Tallon tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Rain manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Tallon lands with a right hand.
Tallon blocks a jab.
Rain moves out of range of the body kick.
Nice cross by Tallon.
Tallon scores with a leg kick.
Rain throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rain misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tallon avoids the body shot from Rain.
#T4#
Tallon lands a leg kick that knocks Rain off balance momentarily.
Rain throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tallon is looking to clinch but Rain is avoiding it.
Rain feints the counter takedown.
Rain lands a body shot.
Tallon will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tallon motions for Rain to come forward. Tallon throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Rain's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tallon looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Rain misses with a wild combination.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tallon. Rain does a little dance to reset his feet.
Some wild striking there from Tallon.
Tallon connects with a nice looking jab.
Tallon looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Sean Tallon will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Rain displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tallon throws out the jab.
Rain scores with a nice head shot.
Tallon wants to clinch
and Rain counters with a stiff right hand.
Tallon throws a head kick that misses.
Tallon tries to clinch but Rain moves out of range.
Tallon takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Rain misses with an uppercut. Tallon saw that one coming.
Tallon wants to clinch up but Rain keeps it at a distance.
Tallon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rain feints and then cracks Tallon's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tallon down.
Tallon throws a body punch but Rain moves out of range.
Tallon throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tallon avoids the body shot from Rain.
Tallon tries to clinch there but Rain circles away.
#T1#
Rain throws a front kick that sends Tallon stumbling back into the cage.
Tallon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rain.
Rain avoids a kick to the body.
Rain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tallon.
#CL#
Tallon closes the distance and pushes Rain back into the cage.
Tallon throws a head punch that misses.
Tallon throws a punch but it's blocked by Rain.
Rain misses with the head strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rain.
Rain jumps guard but Tallon stands there with Rain around his waist. Rain gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#TD2#
Rain gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.#ES#
Tallon kicks off Rain and gets to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tallon ducks under a wild hook from Rain.
A little feinted left hand from Tallon on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tallon showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Rain.
#T2#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Tallon.
Rain cracks a nice hook into Tallon's ribs.
Tallon avoids a kick to the body.
Tallon was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tallon wants to clinch.
Tallon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rain.
Tallon tries to clinch but Rain is having none of it.
Tallon pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rain looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Rain cracks a nice hook into Tallon's ribs.
Rain misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tallon.
#T3#
Tallon lands a jab to the head.
Rain throws a low kick, looking for Tallon's leg but Tallon calmly moves out of range.
Rain on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tallon. Tallon obviously looking to wear him down.
Rain throws a jab when Tallon was well out of range.
Rain lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tallon at a distance.
Rain misses the shot to the body.
Tallon moves in looking to clinch but Rain pushes him off.
A left and a right from Rain both land. Nice combination.
Rain shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tallon is looking to clinch.
Rain feints the counter takedown.
Rain throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tallon stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tallon tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rain is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Tallon throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tallon tries to score with a low kick but Rain moves his leg out of the way.
Tallon tries to clinch there but Rain circles away.
#T4##CL#
Tallon closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Tallon prevents Rain from breaking the clinch.
Rain working aggressively here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tallon is stalling here.
#BC2#
Rain escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tallon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rain throws out the jab.
Tallon went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Rain swings for the body but Tallon moves out of range.
Tallon tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Rain manages to circle out of the way.
Tallon misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rain scores with a jab to the head.
Rain swats away the attempt to clinch by Tallon.
Tallon tries to clinch up.
Tallon throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD2#
Rain gets the takedown into side control. #ES#
Tallon bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
And that's the end of the fight!
Sean Tallon showed his dominance in that final round.
I have no idea who won that fight. Let's wait and see whether the judges are as confused as me! Time for a split decision perhaps?!. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 49:45
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 48:47
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 46:49
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Sean Tallon!
Sean Tallon retains his bantamweight title!
Sean Tallon was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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