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Event:
KAMIKAZE 47: New Age
Date: Aug 25, 2017 |
#R1#
Sudo misses with a takedown attempt
and Russell counters with a two punch combo.
Sudo shoots in looking for a takedown. Russell tries to sprawl out of it but Sudo keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Russell manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Russell throws a big counter combination but Sudo scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Sudo dives in for a single leg takedown but Russell sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
George Conor Russell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ghenki Sudo.
Sudo is trying hard to land a takedown here. Russell sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Russell swinging wildly here.
Sudo feints the counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Russell misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sudo is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Russell rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sudo moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ghenki Sudo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Sudo has taken the fight to the clinch.
We've been hearing reports that Russell has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#T1#
Sudo has Russell pressed against the cage, preventing Russell from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC#
Russell breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Russell really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Russell throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Sudo counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Sudo throws a head kick but Russell moves out of range.
Sudo tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Russell misses with a jab, cross combination.
Sudo slips a jab and a cross from Russell.
Russell swings for the body but Sudo moves out of range.
Some wild striking there from Russell.
#CL2#
Sudo clinches up against the cage.#T2#
Sudo keeps control of Russell as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Sudo's coach down at Lock and Roll Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Sudo's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#BC#
Russell manages to break the clinch.
#CL2#
Sudo has managed to clinch.
Sudo has Russell pressed against the cage, preventing Russell from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC2#
Sudo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sudo fails with an attempt to clinch.
Russell went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
George Conor Russell is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sudo throws a sloppy head kick and Russell moves out of range easily.
Russell drops down looking for a counter takedown but Sudo sprawls and moves away.
Sudo tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Russell swivels and escapes.
Sudo shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Russell counters with a series of strikes. Sudo will be more careful next time no doubt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Russell swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#T3#
No joy there for Russell, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#CL2#
Sudo has taken the fight to the clinch.
#BC#
Russell escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sudo with a poor takedown
and Russell counters with a nice uppercut.
Russell avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sudo shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Russell sprawls well. Russell wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sudo gets slowly back to his feet.
A little feinted left hand from Russell on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sudo throws a sloppy head kick and Russell moves out of range easily.
Russell feinted with a counter takedown.
Sudo looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Russell is fending him off so far but Sudo persists. Nope, Russell circles away and we're back to standing.#T4#
Sudo tries to close the distance and clinch but Russell swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Sudo doesn't manage to clinch there - Russell circles away.
A decent looking cross lands there for Russell.
Sudo wants to clinch up but Russell keeps it at a distance.
Russell misses with a double jab.
Sudo dives in for a single leg takedown but Russell sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Russell is looking for a counter combo.
Sloppy strikes from Russell. Those never looked like landing.
Sudo is looking to clinch but Russell is avoiding it.
#CL2#
Sudo pushes Russell up against the cage in a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sudo is trying to pull guard but Russell turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
George Conor Russell dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Russell lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Sudo circles away quickly and effectively.
Sudo misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Russell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sudo can do to turn this around?
Sudo looks to clinch #TD#
and Russell decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Sudo's guard.
Sudo looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SU#
Russell gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Russell breaks from the clinch.
Sudo shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Russell as he jumps to the side. #T1#
Sudo moves to clinch but Russell breaks away
and Russell connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Horrible takedown attempt by Sudo or perhaps it was just good defense by Russell, which made it look bad.
George Conor Russell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ghenki Sudo.
Sudo looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Russell is fending him off so far but Sudo persists. Nope, Russell circles away and we're back to standing.
Russell tries to bum rush Sudo with a series of wild strikes but Sudo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Russell swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Sudo counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Russell stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Russell wants it to stay on the feet.
As Sudo looks to move away, Russell throws a big counter combo but Sudo just gets out of the way.
Sudo is breathing heavily.
Sudo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T2#
Russell circles away from the clinch attempt.
Sudo doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Russell counters with a two punch combo.
Sudo fails with an attempt to clinch.
Sudo slips a jab and a cross from Russell.
Sudo closes the distance but Russell moves to the side
and Russell counters with a one-two 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!
Sudo throws a jab but it's blocked by Russell.
As Sudo tries to get set, Russell tries to push him back and clinch up but Sudo manages to avoid the attempt.
Russell throws a right and a left that both miss.
Russell swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Sudo counters with a three punch combo that has Russell backing up. Russell nods at Sudo to acknowledge the strikes.#T3#
Sudo throws a sloppy head kick and Russell moves out of range easily.
Sudo lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Sudo fails with a takedown attempt.
Sudo dives in for a single leg takedown but Russell sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Sudo tries to clinch up.
Sudo dodges the punch combination from Russell.
#T4#
Sudo is trying hard to land a takedown here. Russell sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Russell throws a series of punches but Sudo avoids them all with ease.
Sudo throws a hook but Russell blocks it.
Russell tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Sudo manages to circle out of the way.
Russell misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Russell is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Sudo tries a head kick but it misses.
Sudo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Russell was well out of range. Poor timing from Sudo.
Russell changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
George Conor Russell is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sudo misses with a takedown attempt - Russell sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
It looked like Russell was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Russell throws a series of punches but Sudo moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
George Conor Russell dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Russell swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Sudo makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
George Conor Russell is winning the standup battle so far.#TD2#
Sudo drives through with a takedown into Russell's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Russell is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Sudo is controlling him.
Sudo trying to control but Russell is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sudo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sudo stops Russell from standing up.
Sudo 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. #T1#
Sudo in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SU2#
Sudo stands up and waves to Russell to follow him.
Russell lands with an overhand left.
Sudo tries to clinch but Russell moves out of range.
Russell half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Sudo shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Russell defends it nicely.#T2#
Sudo with a lazy takedown attempt
and Russell counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Sudo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Some wild striking there from Russell.
Russell leaves Sudo with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Russell seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
George Conor Russell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ghenki Sudo.
Sudo wants to clinch up but Russell keeps it at a distance.
George Conor Russell is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Russell lands a jab to Sudo's midsection.
Sudo shoots and misses
and Russell counters with a series of strikes. Sudo will be more careful next time no doubt.
Russell throws a right hand that Sudo ducks under and follows up with a left that Sudo also avoids with ease.#T3#
Russell tries to bum rush Sudo with a series of wild strikes but Sudo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sudo tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Russell defends well and Sudo ends up having to push Russell into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Sudo looks to clinch #TD#
and Russell decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Sudo's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU#
Russell gets to his feet - Sudo follows without any prompting.
Russell lands a nice shot to the body.
#CL2#
Sudo pushes Russell up against the cage in a clinch.
Russell keeps control of Sudo as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Russell is trying to break free.#BC#
Russell breaks from the clinch.
#T4#
Sudo moves in looking to clinch but Russell pushes him off.
Sudo changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Russell tries to avoid it but Sudo manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Russell to the ground. Russell escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Russell looks to land a combination. Sudo sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Russell misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sudo shoots in for a takedown but Russell shows good takedown defense.
Russell fails to land with a series of punches.
Russell avoids the head kick by Sudo.
A quick step to the side and Russell tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Russell will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Sudo is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
And that's the end of the fight!
George Conor Russell showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Russell, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... George Conor Russell!
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Event:
KAMIKAZE 42: Walls
Date: Jul 29, 2017 |
#R1#
A head kick by Sudo misses #TD#
and Masato counters with a takedown into side control.
Sudo looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
You can see the frustration on Sudo's face as Masato controls the position. #SUB#
Masato is trying to get an arm triangle but Sudo is defending well.
We've been hearing good reports from Masato's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Masato is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Sudo will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Masato lands some shots froms side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sudo being controlled for a moment. #SUB#
Masato is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sudo knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T1##SUB#
Masato tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Masato has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Masato moves into full mount! #SUB#
Masato is working for a guillotine from mount but Sudo frees his head quite easily.
Masato controlling from the full mount. #T2##SUB#
Sudo defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Masato.
Masato controlling his opponent. #T3#
Masato'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.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sudo taking shots to the head.
Masato sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB#
Masato working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
We've been informed that Sudo has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T4#
Masato trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Masato content just to control the position here. #SUB#
Masato is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Sudo has managed to escape the submission attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Masato raining down shots from the mount!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Masato controlling his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kugimiya Masato dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Masato shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Masato wants to pass to mount but Sudo is defending the position.
Masato takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Masato is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sudo is in trouble now - Masato has advanced to mount!
Sudo is breathing heavily.#T1##SUB#
Masato is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Sudo to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Sudo shrugs it off.
Masato tries to control but Sudo wriggling away.
Masato sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Kugimiya Masato overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Masato looking to control but Sudo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Masato looking to control and managing it successfully.
Masato tries to control but Sudo wriggling away. #T3##SUB#
Masato jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Sudo is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Sudo and Masato has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Masato has knee on belly and moves into mount. #SUB#
Sudo defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Masato. #SUB#
Masato looking to secure an arm triangle but Sudo defends it well. #T4#
Masato looking to control and managing it successfully.
Masato seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Sudo for as long as he can get away with.
Masato landing strikes, looking to finish!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Masato sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB#
Masato wants to finish this one by submission but Sudo is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Masato.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kugimiya Masato dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
A head kick misses from Masato.
Sudo has his takedown stuffed#TD#
and Masato counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Sudo!
Sudo gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #SUB#
Masato looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Masato controlling from mount.
Sudo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masato has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Sudo's face.
#T1#
Masato controlling his opponent.
Sudo is bucking up trying to escape but Masato cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#SUB#
Masato is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Sudo to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Sudo shrugs it off.
Masato controlling the pace for now.
Masato has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB#
Masato swings around for an armbar and he's got it! Wow, that came out of nowhere! What a finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kugimiya Masato!
After the big win, Kugimiya Masato made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors SHINTO and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 23, 2017 |
#R1#
Laul misses with an uppercut.
Sudo fires out a quick counter leg kick but Laul just manages to avoid it.#CL#
Laul gets tackled into the cage by Sudo. Sudo maintains the clinch.
Sudo is trying to break the clinch but Laul is controlling him.
Laul will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Sudo up against the cage.#TD#
Sudo pulls guard successfully.
Laul lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Laul postures up.
Laul controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laul trying to stand up but can't free himself from Sudo's guard.
Laul is in close to Sudo's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T1#
Laul trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Laul's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Sudo wants to stand and escape but Laul is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Laul looking to pass the guard.
Laul controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Sudo staying out of range there.
Sudo throws a counter high kick but Laul was just alert enough to avoid it.#TD2#
Sudo gets caught flat footed, as Laul shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#T2#
Laul 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.
Laul wants to stand but Sudo is controlling his posture from full guard.
Laul passes Sudo's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Laul keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Sudo tries to roll over but Laul keeps him under control.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Laul in particular looking to stall.#T3#
Sudo tries to get to full guard but Laul has control of the leg.
Sudo gets full guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Laul's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Laul chips away with some ground and pound.
Laul tries to free his leg and advance position but Sudo is retaining full guard.
Laul stopping the sweep attempt from Sudo.
Laul stops Sudo from standing up.
Laul trying to control the position from guard on top but Sudo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Laul stays in close to Sudo's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Sudo shoots in but Laul avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Laul tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sudo sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Laul somewhat.
Sudo went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Sudo tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Laul swivels and escapes.
Laul looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Laul with a poor takedown
and Sudo counters with a three punch combo that has Laul backing up. Laul nods at Sudo to acknowledge the strikes.
Laul throws a head kick that misses.
Sudo appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Sudo shoots in but Laul avoids the takedown attempt easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Carl Laul dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Sudo misses with a takedown attempt #CL2#
and Laul counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Laul.
Laul is trying to break free.
Sudo is trying to pull guard but Laul turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Laul tries a knee to the head but Sudo blocks it.
Laul can't find room to land a body shot as Sudo controls the action.
Laul looking to throw knees to the head but Sudo is blocking nicely.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Sudo is struggling to control the position.
Laul jumps guard but Sudo turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sudo tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Laul smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ghenki Sudo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sudo tries to clinch up.
An inside leg kick lands from Sudo. #T1#
Sudo closes the distance and clinches up with Laul, looking for a takedown. Sudo pushes Laul against the cage but Laul circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Sudo displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Laul.
It looked like Sudo was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Sudo moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#CL2#
Laul moves into the clinch.
Sudo tries to stall but Laul uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Sudo is trying to drag Laul to the mat but Laul just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD2#
Laul ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Laul no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Sudo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Laul is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Laul wants to get back to his feet but Sudo passes into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sudo is stalling here. Laul is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Sudo seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Laul has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Sudo is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Laul off and has taken his back!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Laul wants to get back to his feet.
Laul is trying to break free.
Sudo is trying to stick to Laul's back but Laul is turning into Sudo. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Sudo's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Laul.
Sudo wants to sweep here but Laul controlling him for the moment. #T3##ES#
Sudo has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Laul off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Laul has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Sudo is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Laul misses with a wild combination.
Laul slaps away a takedown attempt from Sudo, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD2#
Laul is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Sudo's half guard.
Sudo is looking for a sweep. Laul is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Sudo is trying to maintain the position but Laul is very close to passing his half guard.
Laul stalling.
Laul's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Laul is thwarting Sudo's attempts to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Carl Laul will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Laul falls off balance throwing a combination
and Sudo counters with a good, hard body kick but Laul shrugs it off.
Laul keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Laul is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Sudo.
Laul tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sudo fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Laul is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Sudo's half guard.
Laul wants to take a breather but Sudo is having none of it. #T1#
Laul is pressing down on Sudo's thigh, looking to free his foot. Sudo is holding on for now.
Still in half guard, Laul seems content to control.
Laul is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Sudo!
Sudo is desperately trying to improve his position but Laul has a good base and remains in mount.
BOOM! Laul connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Sudo has given up his back here.
Sudo is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T2#
Sudo is covering up but some of the strikes from Laul are getting through and doing damage.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Laul's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Sudo is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Sudo trying to get back to his feet but Laul is in full control for now.
What can Sudo do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Laul is trying to stick to Sudo's back but Sudo is turning into Laul. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Laul's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Sudo.#T3#
Laul scores with a short punch from the bottom.
Sudo working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Carl Laul has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sudo lands a couple of elbows.
Laul seems keen to control Sudo's posture.
Laul keeping moving, preventing Sudo from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Laul working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sudo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sudo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Laul keeping moving, preventing Sudo from controlling successfully.
Sudo has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Laul has his foot on Sudo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sudo works his way back into a safe position though.
Laul keeping moving, preventing Sudo from controlling successfully. #SU#
Sudo decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Laul, up you get!
Sudo tries to score a power double leg takedown but Laul sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sudo somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ghenki Sudo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Laul takes a kick to the side of the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Carl Laul.
I've got Laul 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Carl Laul!
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