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Event:
SyFi 92
Date: Aug 19, 2018 |
#R1#
Pikkarainen looks to land a combination but Coffie avoids it well.
Pikkarainen throws a jab but it's blocked by Coffie.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Coffie!
Coffie showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen closes the distance and clinches up with Coffie, looking for a takedown. Pikkarainen pushes Coffie against the cage but Coffie circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Pikkarainen lands a jab to the head.
Pikkarainen ducks under a wild hook from Coffie.
Pikkarainen throws a hook to the side of Coffie's head but Coffie sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Coffie scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Pikkarainen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Coffie.
And Pikkarainen tries to counter it with a takedown but Coffie pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Donk. Coffie catches Pikkarainen right on the button with a cross.
Coffie pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Coffie fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Pikkarainen looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Pikkarainen misses with a straight right.
Coffie swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Pikkarainen throws a jab but it's blocked by Coffie.
Pikkarainen misses with an uppercut.
Pikkarainen fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Coffie misses with a two punch combination.
Pikkarainen moves out of range of the strikes.
Pikkarainen tries to clinch up.
Coffie scores with a decent looking hook.#T1##CL#
Coffie moves into the clinch.
Pikkarainen lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Coffie scores with a nice short uppercut.
Coffie lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Coffie blocking some punches.
Pikkarainen working aggressively here.
Pikkarainen misses with a body punch.
Coffie lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Pikkarainen backwards.
Pikkarainen throws a punch but it's blocked by Coffie. #BC#
Coffie escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Pikkarainen closes the distance and clinches up with Coffie, looking for a takedown. Pikkarainen pushes Coffie against the cage but Coffie circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Sanka Coffie has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pekka Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen looks to land a left hand but Coffie moved out of range nicely.
Coffie throwing a counter right hand but Pikkarainen manages to avoid it.
Sanka Coffie seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Pikkarainen takes a shot to the head.
Coffie throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Pikkarainens head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Coffie lands a left hand.
#TD#
Coffie manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Pikkarainen avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Coffie escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Pikkarainen gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2#
Pikkarainen working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Pikkarainen pushes down on Coffie's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Coffie has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Pikkarainen is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Coffie actively working from the bottom here.
Coffie keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Pikkarainen is trying to control the action in half guard but Coffie is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
My spies in Shark Tank MMA inform me that Pikkarainen has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Coffie tries to roll over but Pikkarainen keeps him under control.
Pikkarainen perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Pikkarainen thows a huge punch but Coffie dodges it nicely.
#T3#
Pikkarainen seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Coffie is staying active underneath Pikkarainen, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Coffie manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Pikkarainen postures up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Coffie holds on and takes a little breather.
Coffie utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Pikkarainen trying to control the position from guard on top but Coffie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Coffie lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Coffie won't allow Pikkarainen to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pikkarainen looking to control.
Pikkarainen keeping moving, preventing Coffie from controlling successfully.
Pikkarainen has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T4#
Pikkarainen keeping full guard, as Coffie tries to pass.
Pikkarainen has his hands on Coffie's head, controlling the position.
Coffie trying to control the position from guard on top but Pikkarainen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pikkarainen tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Coffie throws a big right hand that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sanka Coffie dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Nice uppercut lands for Coffie. That snapped Pikkarainen's head back.
#TD2#
Pikkarainen closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Coffie quickly recovers to half guard.
Pikkarainen missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB#
Coffie looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Pikkarainen thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Coffie's head.
Coffie trying to control here.
#SUB#
Coffie looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Pikkarainen lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pikkarainen trying to mount his opponent but Coffie defends it. #SUB#
Coffie actively working from the bottom here.
Pikkarainen looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Pekka Pikkarainen has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Nice strikes from Pikkarainen there.
Pikkarainen seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Coffie does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Pikkarainen is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Coffie on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Pikkarainen looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Coffie with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Coffie has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Pikkarainen is working away from the top position though.
Coffie slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Pikkarainen tries to free his leg and advance position but Coffie is retaining full guard.
Pikkarainen landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB#
Coffie is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pikkarainen is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Coffie is looking for a triangle here but Pikkarainen uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Coffie struggling a bit here.#T2#
Coffie is looking to reverse the position.
Pikkarainen is putting a hurting on Coffie here, landing some big shots from side control.
Pikkarainen is looking to take a break and control but Coffie is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Pikkarainen scoring with punches from side control.
Coffie wants to control but Pikkarainen postures up.
Check out the look on Pikkarainen's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Pikkarainen cracks Coffie with a big right hand but Coffie just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Coffie tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Pikkarainen landing strikes. #T3#
Coffie takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Pikkarainen is looking to take a break and control but Coffie is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Pikkarainen working the ground and pound from side control.
Coffie wants to control but Pikkarainen postures up.
Coffie gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Coffie is trying to get back to full guard.
Pikkarainen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Coffie keeps working.
Coffie trying to control here.
#T4#
Pikkarainen working Coffie over with strikes.
Coffie regains full guard. Nicely done.
Pikkarainen scoring with punches to the head and body.
Pikkarainen scoring with punches to the head and body.
Pikkarainen working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Pikkarainen throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Coffie works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Coffie keeping full guard, as Pikkarainen tries to pass. #SUB#
Coffie is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Pikkarainen defends well.
Pikkarainen slips nicely into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pikkarainen lands strikes from half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pekka Pikkarainen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! 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.
#R3#
Coffie throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pikkarainen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Pikkarainen slips a jab and a cross from Coffie.
Coffie scores with a shot to the body.
Nice takedown defense from Coffie. No joy for Pikkarainen on that attempt.
Pikkarainen shoots in looking for a takedown. Coffie tries to sprawl out of it but Pikkarainen keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Coffie manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL#
Coffie clinches.
Pikkarainen is working for takedown but Coffie is calmly controlling the position for now.
Sanka Coffie has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pekka Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen misses with a punch on the inside.
Pikkarainen blocks an uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Coffie.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Coffie scores with a nice hook to the head.
Coffie gets through Pikkarainen's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Pikkarainen swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Pikkarainen working aggressively here.
Coffie stalling.
#BC2#
Pikkarainen pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Coffie is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pikkarainen. #T1##CL#
Coffie fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Pikkarainen, pushing him back against the cage.
Coffie is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Pikkarainen is keeping busy.#TD2#
Pikkarainen has picked Coffie up - he's going for a ride! Pikkarainen dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Coffie is pressing down on Pikkarainen's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Coffie looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Pikkarainen throws a big elbow that misses.
Pikkarainen landing with the ground and pound.
Pikkarainen postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Pikkarainen postures up and lands a big shot to Coffie's brow. #SUB#
Coffie is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pikkarainen is aware though and is defending well.
Pikkarainen preventing the sweep.
Coffie keeping moving, preventing Pikkarainen from controlling successfully. #T2#
Coffie lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Coffie looking to pass the guard.
Pikkarainen looking to control.
Coffie wants to control from the top but Pikkarainen keeps moving.
Pikkarainen wants to sweep but no luck.
Coffie looking to pass the guard.
Coffie trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Coffie trying to control but Pikkarainen is working from the bottom.
Pikkarainen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Coffie is one step ahead there.
Pikkarainen keeping moving, preventing Coffie from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Coffie waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pikkarainen.
Sanka Coffie is winning the standup battle so far.
Coffie cracks Pikkarainen with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Coffie scores with a jab to the body.
Coffie throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Coffie fails to land with a series of punches.
#T4#
Coffie ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pikkarainen walks into a left hand. #TD2#
Pikkarainen shoots in and bounces Coffie off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Pikkarainen controls from within his opponent's guard.
Pikkarainen postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Coffie wants to sweep but no luck.
Coffie keeping moving, preventing Pikkarainen from controlling successfully.
Pikkarainen lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Pikkarainen wants to control from the top but Coffie keeps moving.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB#
Coffie looking for subs off his back but Pikkarainen has passed one foot through into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sanka Coffie showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Coffie 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 Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 29:28
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sanka Coffie!
After winning the bout, Sanka Coffie 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:
EFA 83
Date: Jul 28, 2018 |
#R1#
Pikkarainen darts in looking for a takedown but Biernat gets double underhooks and turns Pikkarainen into the cage.
Biernat keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Pikkarainen tries for a takedown but Biernat sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pekka Pikkarainen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pikkarainen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#TD#
Pikkarainen drives through with a takedown into guard.
Pikkarainen lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Biernat is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Pikkarainen is controlling him.
Pikkarainen has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Biernat tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Pikkarainen distracts Biernat with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Biernat is controlling Pikkarainen's posture.
Pikkarainen with a nice head shot there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pikkarainen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Biernat is keeping the position for now.
Pikkarainen preventing the sweep.
Biernat wants to get back to his feet but Pikkarainen is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T1#
Biernat looking for a sweep. Not yet Biernat, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pikkarainen working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Biernat's head.
Pikkarainen lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Biernat wants to sweep but no luck.
Biernat wants to stand up but Pikkarainen is controlling him.
Biernat really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Pikkarainen. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#ES2#
Biernat has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Pikkarainen off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Pikkarainen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Biernat throws a right hand that Pikkarainen ducks under and follows up with a left that Pikkarainen also avoids with ease.
Pikkarainen fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The fighters circle momentarily. Pikkarainen darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Biernat swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Pikkarainen dodges the punch combination from Biernat.
Pikkarainen with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Biernat swinging wildly here.
#T2#
Biernat fails with an attempt to clinch.
Pikkarainen throws a body shot but no joy.
Pikkarainen smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pikkarainen. Biernat does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pikkarainen thuds his right hand into Biernat's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#ROC#
Biernat is rocked!
Biernat steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pikkarainen.
Biernat is still on wobbly legs! Can Pikkarainen finish him?
Biernat circles away from the clinch attempt.
Biernat seems to have recovered his senses.
Biernat scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Biernat wants to clinch.
Pikkarainen misses with a straight right.
Pikkarainen is looking to wear down Biernat with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Biernat tries to close the distance and clinch but Pikkarainen swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Biernat lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Good standup being displayed there by Biernat as he connects with a hook.#CUT2#
It looks like Pekka Pikkarainen has been cut.
Biernat doesn't manage to clinch there - Pikkarainen circles away.
Biernat goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Biernat cracks Pikkarainen with a good jab.#T3#
Biernat throws a head kick but Pikkarainen moves out of range.
Mateusz Biernat is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Pikkarainen drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Biernat is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Pikkarainen scores with a couple of short elbows.
Biernat is looking to reverse the position.
Biernat takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Biernat is looking for a sweep.
Pikkarainen cracks Biernat with a big elbow.
Pikkarainen scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Biernat to see if he's OK.
Biernat is working to avoid the ground and pound but Pikkarainen connects with a decent elbow.
Biernat is trying to buck Pikkarainen off.
Pikkarainen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Biernat keeps working.
Biernat is trying to get back to half guard.#T4#
Pikkarainen advances nicely into full mount.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Biernat is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Pikkarainen lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Pikkarainen unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Biernat wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! Pikkarainen celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pekka Pikkarainen!
During a confident post fight interview, Pekka Pikkarainen thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
EFA 79 Carsara vs Nuutti
Date: Jun 29, 2018 |
#R1#
Suluhu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pikkarainen throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Suluhu follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Suluhu scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Suluhu takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Suluhu swings for the body but Pikkarainen moves out of range.
Suluhu delivers a nice body kick.
Suluhu throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Pikkarainen takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Suluhu will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
A jab from Pikkarainen does it's job there.
Pikkarainen misses with a left hand
and Suluhu counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Suluhu moves out of range of the strikes.
Suluhu throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
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!
Suluhu fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Suluhu fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Pikkarainen avoids it really well and circles away.
Pekka Pikkarainen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kassim Suluhu.#T1#
Pikkarainen misses the shot to the body.
Pikkarainen will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD2#
Suluhu shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Pikkarainen is trying to defend but Suluhu finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Pikkarainen is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Suluhu's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Suluhu's back!
Suluhu wants to get back to his feet.
Pikkarainen throwing strikes from the back - he gets a warning from the referee for striking the back of the head but all these shots are hurting Suluhu!
Suluhu is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T2#
Can Suluhu hold on?! Pikkarainen is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Suluhu is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Pikkarainen is punishing Suluhu with strikes - can he finish him?!
Pikkarainen throwing strikes and Suluhu squirms under the pressure, ending up mounted.
Pikkarainen scores with a couple of good head shots there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A nice elbow there by Pikkarainen.#ROC#
Suluhu is rocked!
Pikkarainen looking to finish with strikes here!
Pikkarainen 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.
Pikkarainen looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Suluhu is still in real trouble! Can Pikkarainen finish him?
Pikkarainen is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Suluhu can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
#T3#
Pikkarainen lands a big shot there that rocks Suluhu but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Pikkarainen cracks Suluhu with a big head shot that has him covering up instantly! He's rolled onto his side and the referee has seen enough - this one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pekka Pikkarainen!
An out of breath Pekka Pikkarainen thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
EFA 70 Kingi vs The Human
Date: Jun 02, 2018 |
#R1#
Pikkarainen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#TD2#
Pikkarainen gets a double leg takedown into Skrumbo Jr's guard.
Pikkarainen prevents Skrumbo Jr from getting back to his feet.
Pikkarainen lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Pikkarainen trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Skrumbo Jr is looking to stand up but Pikkarainen isn't so interested in that idea.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pikkarainen accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Skrumbo Jr is looking to stand up but Pikkarainen isn't so interested in that idea.
Pikkarainen showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Pikkarainen throwing strikes from guard but Skrumbo Jr blocks nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pikkarainen controls from within his opponent's guard.
Pikkarainen with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Pikkarainen looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Pikkarainen prevents Skrumbo Jr from getting back to his feet.
Pikkarainen lands a couple of decent looking shots.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Skrumbo Jr has momentary wrist control but Pikkarainen slips an elbow through the middle.
Pikkarainen is looking to work some ground and pound but Skrumbo Jr has wrist control.
Pikkarainen lands a couple of elbows.
Pikkarainen 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.
Pikkarainen postures up and lands a big shot to Skrumbo Jr's brow.
Skrumbo Jr working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen won't allow Skrumbo Jr to get back to his feet.
Pikkarainen wants to pass the guard but Skrumbo Jr is keeping the position.
Pikkarainen makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Pikkarainen prevents Skrumbo Jr from getting back to his feet.
Skrumbo Jr trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Pikkarainen stands up over Skrumbo Jr, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Pikkarainen has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Pikkarainen with a flurry of punches that miss. #T2#
Pikkarainen lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Pikkarainen postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #ES#
Skrumbo Jr has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Pikkarainen has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Skrumbo Jr softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Skrumbo Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Skrumbo Jr.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Skrumbo Jr lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Pikkarainen backwards. #TD2#
Pikkarainen lands a takedown into guard.
Pikkarainen throws a big right hand that misses.
Pikkarainen won't allow Skrumbo Jr to get back to his feet.
Pikkarainen missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Pikkarainen trying to control the position from guard on top but Skrumbo Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pikkarainen wants to pass the guard but Skrumbo Jr is keeping the position.
Pikkarainen working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Pikkarainen scoring with some ground and pound. #ES#
Skrumbo Jr is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Skrumbo Jr lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T3##TD2#
Pikkarainen turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Pikkarainen wants to control but Skrumbo Jr is keeping him busy.
Skrumbo Jr defending against the ground and pound.
Skrumbo Jr takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Pikkarainen lands an elbow.
Skrumbo Jr wants to get back to his feet but Pikkarainen drags him back down.
Pikkarainen working the body and head with strikes.
Skrumbo Jr wants to get back to his feet.
Skrumbo Jr takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Skrumbo Jr pushes Pikkarainen away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Pikkarainen gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Pikkarainen is chipping away with strikes.
Pikkarainen is working Skrumbo Jr over with some ground and pound from side control.
Skrumbo Jr knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Pikkarainen on the ground.
Pikkarainen lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Pikkarainen wants to control but Skrumbo Jr is keeping him busy.
Pikkarainen looks up at the clock and then as Skrumbo Jr takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Pikkarainen smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Skrumbo Jr wants to get back to his feet.
Pikkarainen has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pikkarainen working the ground and pound effectively.
Pikkarainen connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
#ROC2#
Skrumbo Jr is rocked!
Pikkarainen landing strikes from the mount and Skrumbo Jr is in trouble!
Oh Skrumbo Jr is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Pikkarainen raining down shots from the mount!
Pikkarainen won't let Skrumbo Jr get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Pikkarainen drops a big elbow. That's hurt Skrumbo Jr! More shots from Pikkarainen and the ref steps in! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pekka Pikkarainen!
Pekka Pikkarainen decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Da Skrumbo Jr spoke after the fight, saying 'HA HA HA'.
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EFA 63 Turner vs Grieg
Date: May 16, 2018 |
#R1#
Kubota scores with a nice body kick.
Pikkarainen throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
A solid body kick from Kubota.
A good leg kick by Kubota.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Kubota connects with a solid leg kick.
A solid body kick from Kubota.
Kubota connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Pikkarainen tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kubota sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Pikkarainen somewhat.
Kubota comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Pikkarainen scores with a nice head shot.
Takeru Kubota seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pikkarainen tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kubota swivels and escapes.
Kubota looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Pikkarainen throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kubota's waist but Kubota gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Pikkarainen off to one side.
Kubota swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Takeru Kubota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pekka Pikkarainen.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kubota scores with a push kick.
Kubota scores with a jab to the body.
Pikkarainen throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
A solid body kick from Kubota. #TD2#
Pikkarainen dives in and scores a takedown into Kubota's guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pikkarainen accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Pikkarainen trying to control the position from guard on top but Kubota is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Pikkarainen works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Kubota keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Pikkarainen throwing shots but Kubota is blocking nicely.
Kubota keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Pikkarainen trying to control from half guard but Kubota is working away.
Kubota gets back to full guard.
Pikkarainen postures up in Kubota's guard and throws a big left but Kubota blocks it.
Pikkarainen works over Kubota with some ground and pound from guard.#ES#
Kubota manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#T2#
Kubota gets underhooks to prevent Pikkarainen's takedown attempt.
Pikkarainen has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kubota after a bit of a struggle.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kubota creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kubota lands a right hand.
Kubota lands an uppercut.
Kubota lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short body shot lands from Kubota as the two fighters clinch.
Pikkarainen is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kubota gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Pikkarainen is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC#
Kubota's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kubota lands a head kick!
Good standup being displayed there by Kubota as he connects with a hook.
Pikkarainen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kubota fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Pikkarainen has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kubota lands with a straight right. Pikkarainen didn't see that one coming.
No luck for Pikkarainen with that takedown attempt.
A jab from Pikkarainen misses.
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Pikkarainen misses the target. #T3#
Pikkarainen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A head kick from Kubota lands but Pikkarainen takes it in his stride.
Kubota comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Pikkarainen misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Pikkarainen takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Pikkarainen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kubota manages to avoid it.
Kubota is looking to counter with a body kick.
Kubota fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
Kubota is looking to wear down Pikkarainen with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Pikkarainen steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kubota. That one must have hurt.
Pikkarainen misses with a body shot.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Pikkarainen. That did some damage!
Kubota bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Pikkarainen's head backwards.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
Kubota throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kubota. #TD2#
Pikkarainen feints and as Kubota raises his hands in defense, Pikkarainen changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Pikkarainen working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Pikkarainen throws a big right hand that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Kubota keeping moving, preventing Pikkarainen from controlling successfully.
Pikkarainen working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Pikkarainen throws an elbow that misses. Kubota uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Pikkarainen's guard. Nice move by Kubota!#REVR#
Kubota is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Pikkarainen lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pikkarainen throwing strikes from guard but Kubota blocks nicely.
Pikkarainen has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Pikkarainen throws a big elbow that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takeru Kubota dominated that round.
That's time! Kubota's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Pikkarainen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kubota lets loose with a powerful body kick. Pikkarainen will feel that in the morning.
Pikkarainen's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Pikkarainen misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Pikkarainen if he has to take too many more of those.
Takeru Kubota is winning the standup battle so far.
Pikkarainen throws a hook but Kubota blocks it.
Good exchange - Kubota coming out on top.
A telegraphed right hand from Pikkarainen misses the target.
Pikkarainen tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kubota defends well and Pikkarainen ends up having to push Kubota into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Pikkarainen takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Pikkarainen thows a left - swing and a miss!
Pikkarainen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.
The fighters circling - Pikkarainen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Pikkarainen takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota blocks a jab.
Kubota throws a front kick that sends Pikkarainen stumbling back into the cage.
Kubota connects with an inside leg kick.
Pikkarainen closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kubota circles away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Pikkarainen is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
Pikkarainen shoots in but Kubota avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Takeru Kubota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pekka Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
#T1#
Pikkarainen takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Kubota looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kubota thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Pikkarainen if he has to take too many more of those.
Pikkarainen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota lands with a kick to the ribs.
Pikkarainen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kubota.
Pikkarainen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#TD2#
Pikkarainen drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Kubota is looking for a sweep.
Kubota wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Kubota dodges the ground and pound from Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen throwing shots but missing, from side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota parries the strikes from Pikkarainen easily there. Pikkarainen is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Kubota to escape.
Kubota takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#T2#
Pikkarainen prevents Kubota from escaping the position.
Pikkarainen creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Kubota sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Kubota managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Pikkarainen.
Kubota is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Pikkarainen misses with the ground and pound.
Pikkarainen tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Pekka Pikkarainen has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kubota is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
Pikkarainen throws an elbow but Kubota slips to the side and avoids it well.
Pikkarainen working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Pikkarainen misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Pikkarainen happy to just control the position for now.
Pikkarainen trying to control the action but Kubota is working from the bottom.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Pikkarainen in side control, throwing shots but Kubota defends. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Pikkarainen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kubota keeps working. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Kubota is looking to slow Pikkarainen down with leg kicks.
Pikkarainen misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kubota tried to counter with a leg kick but Pikkarainen avoided it.
Kubota slips under a jab from Pikkarainen.
Kubota stuffs the takedown attempt from Pikkarainen. Pikkarainen gets slowly back to his feet.
Pikkarainen misses with a hook. Kubota ducked under it nicely.
Both fighters circling a little - Kubota finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Pikkarainen takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Pikkarainen walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kubota.
Kubota lands a high kick!
A chopping leg kick lands by Kubota.
A jab from Pikkarainen misses.
Kubota jabs Pikkarainen right on the nose. Pikkarainen blinks but takes it well.
Both fighters circling a little - Kubota finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Crunch! Kubota slams his shin into Pikkarainen's torso.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takeru Kubota dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Pikkarainen dives in and grabs Kubota's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kubota pushes down on Pikkarainen's head and hops out.
Pikkarainen closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kubota circles away.
Pikkarainen shoots for a double leg takedown but Kubota sprawls well. He's pushed Pikkarainen's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Takeru Kubota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pekka Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Pikkarainen takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Pikkarainen dives in and grabs Kubota's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kubota pushes down on Pikkarainen's head and hops out.
A solid body kick from Kubota.
Pikkarainen shoots in looking for a takedown but Kubota manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Pikkarainen's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Pikkarainen misses with a body shot.
Kubota lands a front kick.
Kubota throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Kubota feints and then cracks Pikkarainen's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Pikkarainen down.
Kubota throws a nice head kick!
Kubota scores with a spinning back kick!
Kubota is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pikkarainen can do to turn this around?
Pikkarainen takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
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 jab lands there for Pikkarainen.
Kubota lands with a kick to the temple. Pikkarainen shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Kubota slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kubota changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pikkarainen.
#T1#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kubota.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
Kubota chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Pikkarainen takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Pikkarainen throws a hook to the side of Kubota's head but Kubota sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kubota scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Pikkarainen on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
Pikkarainen misses with a double jab.
Kubota is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Kubota lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kubota lands a front kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
Kubota with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Nice defenses there by Kubota.
Kubota slips a jab from Pikkarainen.
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!
Pikkarainen misses with an uppercut.
Pikkarainen blocks a head kick by Kubota.
A lazy left from Kubota finds it's target.
Pikkarainen misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Pikkarainen throws a hook but Kubota avoids it easily.
Kubota throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kubota fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Pikkarainen.
Kubota scoring well with a low kick there.
Kubota throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kubota lands a right hook to the body.
Pikkarainen throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
Pikkarainen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kubota ducks under a wild hook from Pikkarainen.
Kubota throws a leg kick which misses Pikkarainen's front leg but catches the back leg as Pikkarainen tries to avoid it.
Pikkarainen steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kubota. That one must have hurt.
Kubota leaves Pikkarainen with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A jab lands there for Kubota.
Kubota keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kubota scores with a head kick. Pikkarainen tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Kubota works over Pikkarainen's head and body with a nice combination.
Kubota fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Pikkarainen has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T3#
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Pikkarainen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kubota lands a nice looking body shot.
Pikkarainen thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kubota looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kubota.
Kubota scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kubota throws a nice outside leg kick.
Nice shot by Kubota.
Pikkarainen misses with an uppercut. Kubota saw that one coming.
Kubota defending well as Pikkarainen loads up on a big left hand.
Pikkarainen swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Pikkarainen stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kubota uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen swings for the body but Kubota moves out of range.
Kubota lands with a kick to the temple. Pikkarainen shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Pikkarainen walks into a left hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kubota lands a nice hook to Pikkarainen's body. Pikkarainen takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #TD2#
Pikkarainen shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #T4##ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Kubota manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Pikkarainen drops down looking for an ankle pick but Kubota pulls his leg out and moves away.
Kubota lands a head kick!
Pikkarainen lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kubota circles away quickly and effectively.
Pikkarainen 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.
Kubota scores with a head kick. Pikkarainen tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Pikkarainen fails with the takedown.
Kubota ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pikkarainen throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota half committed to a counter leg kick.
A jab lands there for Kubota.
Kubota throws a quick inside leg kick.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Pikkarainen. That did some damage!
Pikkarainen tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kubota sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Pikkarainen somewhat.
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takeru Kubota clearly takes that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R4#
Kubota moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Pikkarainen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kubota cracks the inside of Pikkarainen's front leg.
Kubota thuds his shin into the meat of Pikkarainen's side.
Pikkarainen throws out a loose jab but Kubota uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pikkarainen takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Pikkarainen darts in looking for a takedown but Kubota gets double underhooks and turns Pikkarainen into the cage.
Pikkarainen has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kubota.
An inside leg kick lands from Kubota.
Kubota lands an overhand right.
Kubota connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kubota connects with a solid leg kick.
Pikkarainen just misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Pikkarainen closes the distance and clinches up with Kubota, looking for a takedown. Pikkarainen pushes Kubota against the cage but Kubota circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kubota fakes the leg kick and cracks Pikkarainen in the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pikkarainen is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Pikkarainen misses with a jab, cross combination.
Pikkarainen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kubota moves away.
Pikkarainen takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Pikkarainen is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Kubota connects with a body shot that sends Pikkarainen's belly button to the back.#T1#
Pikkarainen 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.
Pikkarainen takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Pikkarainen shoots in looking for a takedown. Kubota tries to sprawl out of it but Pikkarainen keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kubota manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Takeru Kubota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pekka Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Pikkarainen just misses with a punch to the body.
Pikkarainen takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
#TD2#
Pikkarainen drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Kubota is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Pikkarainen throws an elbow that misses. Kubota uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Pikkarainen's guard. Nice move by Kubota!#REVR#
Pikkarainen looking for a sweep. Not yet Pikkarainen, not yet. #T2#
Pikkarainen being controlled here, momentarily.
Pikkarainen wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Kubota sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SU#
Kubota decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Pikkarainen, up you get!
Kubota staying out of range there.#T3#
Kubota is looking to slow Pikkarainen down with leg kicks.
Pikkarainen misses with a wild body shot.
Kubota throws a leg kick which misses Pikkarainen's front leg but catches the back leg as Pikkarainen tries to avoid it.
Kubota stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kubota wants it to stay on the feet.
Kubota thuds a left hand into Pikkarainen's body.
Pikkarainen throws a jab when Kubota was well out of range.
Kubota lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kubota buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kubota fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Pikkarainen looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kubota misses with a few strikes there.
Pikkarainen scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Pikkarainen's head.
Kubota steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pikkarainen.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pikkarainen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kubota moves away.
Kubota swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A slow jab from Pikkarainen misses its intended target.
Kubota blocks a jab.#T4#
Pikkarainen tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kubota chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Pikkarainen.
Kubota scores with a crisp jab that stopped Pikkarainen in his tracks.
Pikkarainen shoots in looking for a takedown but Kubota manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Pikkarainen's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kubota lands with a good body shot.
Kubota chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kubota. That's going to slow Pikkarainen down.
Kubota throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Pikkarainen.
Kubota tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nice takedown defense from Kubota. No joy for Pikkarainen on that attempt.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kubota scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Pikkarainen has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Pikkarainen fails with the takedown.
Pikkarainen tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takeru Kubota had his way with Pekka Pikkarainen in that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
A big right from Pikkarainen misses.
Pikkarainen throws a body punch but Kubota moves out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kubota.
Kubota wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kubota defending well as Pikkarainen loads up on a big left hand.
Pikkarainen misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kubota is looking to slow Pikkarainen down with leg kicks.
Nice uppercut lands for Kubota. That snapped Pikkarainen's head back.
Pikkarainen dives in and grabs Kubota's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kubota pushes down on Pikkarainen's head and hops out.
Pikkarainen takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Pikkarainen tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kubota defends well and Pikkarainen ends up having to push Kubota into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Kubota throws a head kick that half lands.
Jab by Kubota.
Pikkarainen on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kubota. Kubota obviously looking to wear him down.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pikkarainen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pikkarainen is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Kubota lands with a right hand.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kubota.
Kubota throws a nice inside leg kick.
Pikkarainen throws a body shot but no joy.
Pikkarainen walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T1#
Pikkarainen shoots in but Kubota avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kubota appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Takeru Kubota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pekka Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kubota thuds his shin into the meat of Pikkarainen's side.
Pikkarainen fails with a takedown attempt.
Kubota throws a good cross that connects.
Kubota avoids the body shot from Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pikkarainen sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Kubota fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kubota feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Pikkarainen's calf.
Pikkarainen misses with a wild body shot.
Pikkarainen has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kubota.
Pekka Pikkarainen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kubota.
Kubota lands a front kick.
Kubota lands a leg kick that knocks Pikkarainen off balance momentarily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kubota moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A good leg kick by Kubota.
Kubota lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Pikkarainen shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kubota but Kubota pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kubota thinks about countering with a body kick.
Pikkarainen chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kubota can pounce on him.
Kubota stuffs the takedown attempt from Pikkarainen. Pikkarainen gets slowly back to his feet.
Pikkarainen just misses with a punch to the body.
Kubota lands a front kick.
Kubota connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Pikkarainen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Pikkarainen walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kubota.
Pikkarainen is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kubota sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Pikkarainen tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kubota swivels and escapes.
Pikkarainen has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T3#
Kubota dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Pikkarainen. That did some damage!
Kubota lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kubota avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kubota.
Kubota throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Kubota lands with a slapping head kick.
Pikkarainen takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kubota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pikkarainen.
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
Kubota keeps Pikkarainen at a distance using the push kick.
Kubota fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Pikkarainen has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Pikkarainen tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kubota throws a head kick that Pikkarainen semi-blocks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pikkarainen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pikkarainen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kubota was well out of range. Poor timing from Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kubota lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Pikkarainen 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A big right from Pikkarainen misses. #T4#
Kubota thuds a left hand into Pikkarainen's body.
Kubota scores with a kick to the body.
Kubota throws a good cross that connects.
Kubota darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kubota turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Crunch! Kubota slams his shin into Pikkarainen's torso.
Pikkarainen throws a body shot but no joy.
Kubota lands a leg kick that knocks Pikkarainen off balance momentarily.
Pikkarainen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kubota.
Kubota takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Pikkarainen takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Pikkarainen fails with a takedown attempt.
Kubota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pikkarainen throws out the jab.
Takeru Kubota is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kubota changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kubota jabs Pikkarainen to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kubota scores with a leg kick.
Pikkarainen takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
And that's the end of the fight!
Takeru Kubota showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kubota, 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Gold scores the fight 50:45
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 50:45
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeru Kubota!
Takeru Kubota retains his bantamweight title!
Takeru Kubota decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
EFA 45 Murphy vs Harris
Date: Apr 01, 2018 |
#R1#
Magnum keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pikkarainen.
Magnum uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen looks to score with a jab to the body but Magnum is just out of range.
We've been told by Magnum's head coaches at Fit-Out that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Nice cross by Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen tries for a takedown but Magnum circles away easily
and Magnum counters with a straight right hand.
Pikkarainen throws a body shot but no joy.
A shot to the body from Pikkarainen misses
and Magnum counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The fighters circle momentarily. Magnum darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Magnum lands a jab.
Pikkarainen throws out a loose jab but Magnum uses good head movement to avoid it.
A slow jab from Pikkarainen misses its intended target.
Magnum slips a straight right by Pikkarainen.#TD2#
Pikkarainen drives through with a takedown into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
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!
Pikkarainen throws a strike but Magnum rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pikkarainen bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Magnum's guard. #REVB#
Pikkarainen throws a big elbow that misses.
Pikkarainen pushes down on Magnum's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T1#
Pikkarainen scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
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. Pikkarainen connects with a nice short shot to Magnum's temple.
Pikkarainen is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Pikkarainen lands with a punch from half guard.
Well, if Pikkarainen is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Pikkarainen winds up and cracks Magnum with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Magnum on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Magnum tries to get out of the position.
Pikkarainen works his way into full mount! #T2#
Pikkarainen controlling his opponent.
Pikkarainen lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Pikkarainen trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Pikkarainen landing punches.
Pikkarainen controlling from the full mount.
Pikkarainen fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Pikkarainen is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Magnum can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Magnum is bucking up trying to escape but Pikkarainen cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#ROC2#
Magnum is rocked!
My spies in Hardpunch (13 Elite / 1000$ inform me that Pikkarainen has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T3#
Pikkarainen with a couple of short strikes.
Oh Magnum is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Pikkarainen lands a couple of good shots and Magnum has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Magnum is trying to remain composed but Pikkarainen is hammering down strikes to the side of his head.
Pikkarainen controls the position.
Magnum seems to have got his legs back now.
Magnum covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head.
Oooh a big shot gets through from Pikkarainen. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
Pikkarainen is punishing Magnum with some ground and pound.
Even with his hooks in, Pikkarainen manages to miss with strikes from the back.
Pikkarainen controlling well, preventing Magnum from escaping the position.
#T4#
Pikkarainen connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Magnum to escape the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Can Magnum hold on?! Pikkarainen is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
Pikkarainen lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Magnum.
Pikkarainen is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Pikkarainen tries to keep control of the position but Magnum is staying busy.
Magnum is covering up but some of the strikes from Pikkarainen are getting through and doing damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A bit of a pause in the action here. Pikkarainen controlling the positon.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pekka Pikkarainen 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#
Pikkarainen just misses with a punch to the body.
Pikkarainen doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Magnum cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD2#
Pikkarainen shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Pikkarainen passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Magnum!
Pikkarainen postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Magnum looks a forlorn figure.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pikkarainen scoring with strikes but Magnum is staying in there.
Magnum is squirming around, avoiding Pikkarainen's attempts to control the action.
Magnum taking shots to the head. #T1#
Pikkarainen in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Pikkarainen is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Pikkarainen looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Magnum knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Pikkarainen on the ground.
Pikkarainen in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Pikkarainen loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Magnum scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Pikkarainen land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Pikkarainen stands and salutes the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pekka Pikkarainen!
A relieved looking Pekka Pikkarainen thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
EFA 37 Gomi vs Nixon
Date: Mar 14, 2018 |
#R1#
Pikkarainen throws a hook but Ho Joy blocks it.
Ho Joy has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Ho Joy slips a jab from Pikkarainen.
Sloppy strikes from Pikkarainen. Those never looked like landing.
Pikkarainen lands a nice looking body shot.
Pikkarainen shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ho Joy sprawls well. Ho Joy wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Pikkarainen gets slowly back to his feet.
Pikkarainen has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Pikkarainen works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#TD2#
Pikkarainen closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Ho Joy quickly recovers to half guard.
Pikkarainen lands with a punch from half guard.
Pikkarainen takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Ho Joy tries to get to full guard but Pikkarainen has control of the leg.
Ho Joy is refusing to be controlled, as Pikkarainen sits in half guard.
Pikkarainen throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T1#
Ho Joy tries to roll over but Pikkarainen keeps him under control.
Ho Joy trying to control here.
Pikkarainen trying to control from half guard but Ho Joy is working away.
Ho Joy manages to get to full guard.
Pikkarainen preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ho Joy is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Pikkarainen is looking to work some ground and pound but Ho Joy has wrist control.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ho Joy seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Pikkarainen loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Do Ho Joy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pikkarainen moves forwards but Ho Joy connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Pekka Pikkarainen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A telegraphed right hand from Pikkarainen misses the target.
An inside leg kick lands from Ho Joy.
Ho Joy connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Ho Joy lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Ho Joy throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Ho Joy stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ho Joy wants it to stay on the feet.
Pikkarainen with a nice cross.
Ho Joy bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Pikkarainen's head backwards.
Pikkarainen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T3#
Ho Joy looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Ho Joy connects with a nice looking jab.
Pikkarainen dives in and grabs Ho Joy's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ho Joy pushes down on Pikkarainen's head and hops out.
Ho Joy throws a quick counter head kick but Pikkarainen was just out of range.
Do Ho Joy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pekka Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen misses with a body punch
and Ho Joy counters with a stiff right hand.
Ho Joy keeps Pikkarainen at a distance using the push kick.
Pikkarainen takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Good standup being displayed there by Pikkarainen as he connects with a hook.
Ho Joy tests Pikkarainen's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CUT#
It looks like Pekka Pikkarainen has been cut.#TD2#
Pikkarainen changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Ho Joy looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ho Joy tries to bench press Pikkarainen off him but Pikkarainen keeps the position.
Ho Joy struggling a bit here.
Ho Joy is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Pikkarainen off and has taken his back!
Pikkarainen tries to break free.
#T4#
What can Pikkarainen do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#SUB#
Ho Joy has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
I really don't envy Pikkarainen right now.
Pikkarainen wants to escape the position but for the time being he's just trying to control the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pikkarainen can't escape the position.
Ho Joy is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Ho Joy is hanging on to Pikkarainen's back as he tries to escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Do Ho Joy dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Pekka Pikkarainen's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Pikkarainen misses with a left hand
and Ho Joy counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Ho Joy throws a quick inside leg kick.
Pikkarainen gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Ho Joy counter with a right hand.
No luck for Pikkarainen with that takedown attempt. #TD2#
Pikkarainen bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Pikkarainen looking to control but instead Ho Joy has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Ho Joy is trying to get back to full guard.
Pikkarainen sitting and controlling from the half 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!
Ho Joy is refusing to be controlled, as Pikkarainen sits in half guard. #T1#
Ho Joy is looking to improve his position.
Ho Joy is controlling Pikkarainen's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Ho Joy gets back to full guard.
Ho Joy has his hands on Pikkarainen's head, controlling the position.
Pikkarainen in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Ho Joy will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Pikkarainen won't allow Ho Joy to sweep him here.
Pekka Pikkarainen has got the better of the ground game so far.
Pikkarainen loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ho Joy manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Pikkarainen manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Pikkarainen trying to control the position.
#T2#
Ho Joy sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Pikkarainen's guard.
Ho Joy is thwarting Pikkarainen's attempts to control the position.
Pikkarainen is looking for a sweep. Ho Joy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ho Joy takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Ho Joy tries to pass the half guard into mount. Pikkarainen knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Ho Joy takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Pikkarainen is looking for a sweep. Ho Joy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3#
Ho Joy is pressing down on Pikkarainen's thigh, looking to free his foot. Pikkarainen is holding on for now.
Ho Joy is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Ho Joy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pikkarainen can do to turn this around?
Pikkarainen misses with a jab to the body
and Ho Joy counters with a nice low kick that buckles Pikkarainen's knee momentarily.
A swing and a miss from Pikkarainen.
Ho Joy scoring well with a low kick there.
Ho Joy is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Pikkarainen chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ho Joy can pounce on him.
Pikkarainen lands with a shot to the body.
Pikkarainen looks to score with a jab to the body but Ho Joy is just out of range.
Ho Joy connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Ho Joy takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Pikkarainen has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ho Joy.#T4#
Pikkarainen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ho Joy lands a jab to the head.
Ho Joy lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pikkarainen shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Ho Joy counters with a nice uppercut.
Do Ho Joy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pekka Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen closes the distance and clinches up with Ho Joy, looking for a takedown. Pikkarainen pushes Ho Joy against the cage but Ho Joy circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Ho Joy thinks about countering with a head kick.
Ho Joy defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen misses with a jab to the body
and Ho Joy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Pikkarainen has his takedown stuffed
and Pikkarainen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ho Joy is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Pikkarainen is breathing heavily.
A punch combination from Pikkarainen misses.
Pikkarainen throws a predictable looking body shot
and Ho Joy counters with an outside leg kick.
Pikkarainen tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Pikkarainen with a lazy takedown attempt
and Ho Joy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
An inside leg kick lands from Ho Joy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Do Ho Joy dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Pekka Pikkarainen's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3##KD#
Ho Joy lands a big head kick that sends Pikkarainen tumbling to the mat! Ho Joy takes a step backwards and waves Pikkarainen back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Pikkarainen is still looking wobbly from the end of the last round!
Do Ho Joy is winning the standup battle so far.
Ho Joy throws a powerful right kick. Pikkarainen tried to block low but the kick was high! Pikkarainen was taken right off of his feet! Ho Joy jumps in to finish the job and the ref tackles him! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:10 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Do Ho Joy!
Do Ho Joy thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
EFA 28 Gigantus vs Winter
Date: Feb 21, 2018 |
#R1#
Brandau throws the kick towards the body but Pikkarainen avoids it.
Pikkarainen lands a jab to the nose.
Pikkarainen cracks a nice hook into Brandau's ribs.
Nice shot by Pikkarainen.
Brandau closes the distance and clinches up with Pikkarainen, looking for a takedown. Brandau pushes Pikkarainen against the cage but Pikkarainen circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Pikkarainen tests Brandau's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Pikkarainen throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brandau moves out of range of the strikes.
Pikkarainen scores with a three punch combo!
Pikkarainen swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pikkarainen tries to bum rush Brandau with a series of wild strikes but Brandau uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T1#
Pikkarainen misses with the combination.
Pikkarainen lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Pikkarainen lands a right hook to the body.
Brandau fails to land the takedown.
Brandau misses with a kick to the body.
Brandau takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Pikkarainen lands a jab to Brandau's midsection.
Pikkarainen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pikkarainen has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Cozad MMA Helsinki in the buildup to the fight.#T2#
Pikkarainen looks to score with a jab to the body but Brandau is just out of range.
Pikkarainen scores with a body shot.
Pikkarainen works the jab nicely.#CL2#
Brandau clinches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pikkarainen has Brandau pressed against the cage.
Pikkarainen is stalling here.
Pikkarainen seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
Pikkarainen tries a body shot but Brandau blocks it.
#TD#
Pikkarainen has picked Brandau up - he's going for a ride! Pikkarainen dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Brandau wants to improve his position but Pikkarainen is controlling well.
Pikkarainen drops an elbow to the side of Brandau's head. #T3#
Pikkarainen trying to control from half guard but Brandau is working away.
Well, if Pikkarainen is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
The fighters are battling for position here. Brandau manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Pikkarainen is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Pikkarainen postures up.
Brandau looking to hit a scissor sweep but Pikkarainen is one step ahead there. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Pikkarainen 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.
Pikkarainen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brandau is keeping the position for now.
Pikkarainen throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Brandau works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Pikkarainen trying to control but Brandau is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Pikkarainen swings for the body but Brandau moves out of range.
Pikkarainen throws a shot from downtown. Brandau moves away and avoids it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pekka Pikkarainen dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Pikkarainen lands a body shot.
Royce Brandau is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Brandau has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Brandau there as he acknowledges the shot.
Pikkarainen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Brandau was well out of range. Poor timing from Pikkarainen.
Pekka Pikkarainen is winning the standup battle so far.
Pikkarainen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Brandau.
Brandau wants to clinch.
Pikkarainen connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pikkarainen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T1#
Pikkarainen cracks Brandau with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Pikkarainen stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Pikkarainen avoids a punch combination nicely.
Brandau blocks a jab.
Pikkarainen works the jab nicely.#ROC#
Brandau is rocked!
Pikkarainen fakes the leg kick and throws a superman punch. It's knocked Brandau out cold! Brutal finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Pekka Pikkarainen!
During a confident post fight interview, Pekka Pikkarainen thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
EFA 19 DeNueve vs Wallen
Date: Jan 31, 2018 |
#R1#
Pikkarainen throws a lazy right hand but Arlovski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pikkarainen's coach down at No Guts NO Glory was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Pikkarainen's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Arlovski throws a sloppy head kick and Pikkarainen moves out of range easily.
Arlovski looks to land a body kick but Pikkarainen moved away.#CL#
Arlovski clinches up against the cage.
Arlovski is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD2#
Pikkarainen gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Pikkarainen perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pikkarainen's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Arlovski is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Let's hope that Pikkarainen has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
It looks like Pikkarainen might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Arlovski tries to clinch there but Pikkarainen circles away.
Arlovski connects with a body shot.
Pikkarainen scores with a jab.#TD2#
Pikkarainen throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Arlovski was covering up waiting for the punch and Pikkarainen finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Pikkarainen controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Pikkarainen's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Pikkarainen is stalling in the full guard. #T3##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Pikkarainen misses with a hook. Arlovski ducked under it nicely.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
We've been told by Arlovski's head coaches at Cozad MMA St Petersburg that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Pikkarainen fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Arlovski on the side of the head.
Arlovski doesn't manage to clinch there - Pikkarainen circles away.
Pikkarainen throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Arlovski stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Pikkarainen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Arlovski fails in his attempt to clinch.
Arlovski slips under a jab.
Arlovski tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Pikkarainen swivels and escapes.
Pikkarainen lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#T4#
Pikkarainen fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Pikkarainen works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pikkarainen slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Pikkarainen stands and throws Arlovski's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pikkarainen working the body and head with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pekka Pikkarainen 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#
Arlovski gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Pikkarainen connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Arlovski's hands.
Arlovski throws a left and a right that both miss
and Pikkarainen counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Pikkarainen. Those never looked like landing.
Arlovski shoots in for a double leg but Pikkarainen sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Arlovski takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#TD2#
Pikkarainen closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half 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!
Pikkarainen looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Pekka Pikkarainen has got the better of the ground game so far.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Pikkarainen.
Ground and pound from Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Pikkarainen looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Pikkarainen stalling. #T1#
Pikkarainen passes to full mount!
Pikkarainen controlling from the full mount. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Pikkarainen pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Pikkarainen with good strikes from the mount here!
Pikkarainen connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Pikkarainen dominating with strikes here.
Pikkarainen working the ground and pound effectively.
Pikkarainen controlling from mount. #T3#
Pikkarainen landing punches.
Pikkarainen lands a couple of good shots and Arlovski has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Pikkarainen biding his time, looking for the opening.
Pikkarainen is landing with strikes from the back.
Pikkarainen is working the ground and pound. Can Arlovski escape?
Pikkarainen is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T4#
Arlovski is trapped and Pikkarainen is scoring with shots to the head and body.
Pikkarainen biding his time, controlling Arlovski.
Can Arlovski hold on?! Pikkarainen is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pikkarainen throwing strikes from the back - he gets a warning from the referee for striking the back of the head but all these shots are hurting Arlovski!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pekka Pikkarainen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Pikkarainen works over Arlovski's head and body with a nice combination.#TD2#
Arlovski tries to sprawl but Pikkarainen drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Pikkarainen sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Pikkarainen scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Pikkarainen slows the pace down in half guard.
Pikkarainen is continuing to stall.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pikkarainen passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Arlovski! #T1#
Pikkarainen raining down hammerfists from mount.
Pikkarainen looking to finish Arlovski with some ground and pound. This is bad for Arlovski!
Arlovski taking shots to the head.
Pikkarainen controlling from mount.
Arlovski really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Pikkarainen cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Pikkarainen content just to control the position here.
Pikkarainen in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Pikkarainen working away from the top, dropping strikes.#T2#
Pikkarainen controlling from the full mount.
Pikkarainen postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Arlovski looks a forlorn figure.
Pikkarainen working the ground and pound effectively.
Pikkarainen sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T3#
The adventures of Pikkarainen the control monster continue. Boring.
Pikkarainen breaks from Arlovski's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Pikkarainen scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Arlovski?
Pikkarainen in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
#ROC2#
Arlovski is rocked!#T4#
Pikkarainen controlling from the full mount.
Pikkarainen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pikkarainen punishing his opponent with strikes.
Pikkarainen with shots to the head and body - Arlovski looks very uncomfortable down there.
Pikkarainen takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Arlovski tries to buck Pikkarainen off but he can't manage it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pikkarainen pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Oh Arlovski is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Pikkarainen with good strikes from the mount here!
Yuras Arlovski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Pekka Pikkarainen is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Pikkarainen looking to control and managing it successfully.
And that's the end of the fight!
Pekka Pikkarainen comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Pikkarainen has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 25:30
Judge James Glass scores the fight 25:30
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pekka Pikkarainen!
A very excited looking Pekka Pikkarainen 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:
EFA 9 Williamson vs Gomi
Date: Jan 07, 2018 |
#R1#
Poller leaves Pikkarainen with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Pikkarainen misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Poller went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Pikkarainen connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Poller closes this distance looking for a takedown but Pikkarainen circles away.
Pikkarainen moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Pikkarainen will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Jason Poller has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pekka Pikkarainen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pikkarainen lands a nice shot that snaps Poller's head back.
Poller definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Poller shoots in for a takedown but Pikkarainen shows good takedown defense.
Pikkarainen lands with a shot to the body.
Poller walks into a straight right hand from Pikkarainen.#ROC2#
Poller is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Poller gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Pikkarainen gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pekka Pikkarainen!
A relieved looking Pekka Pikkarainen thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 07, 2017 |
#R1#
Laiho throws a nice looking combination but Pikkarainen bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Pikkarainen throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Laiho on the side of the head.
Laiho throws a right and a left that Pikkarainen avoids nicely.
Some wild striking there from Laiho.
Laiho throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Pikkarainen swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Laiho lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Pikkarainen throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Laiho counters with a series of strikes. Pikkarainen will be more careful next time no doubt.
Laiho scores with a three punch combo!
#CUT2#
It looks like Pekka Pikkarainen has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Pikkarainen moves into the clinch.
Pikkarainen on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
#TD#
Pikkarainen has clasped his hands together around Laiho's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Pikkarainen taking a breather here.
Pikkarainen working away.#T1#
Pikkarainen controls the position from side control.
Pikkarainen is chipping away with strikes.
Pikkarainen controls the position.
Pikkarainen lands a decent elbow from side control.
Pikkarainen tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Pikkarainen content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T2#
Laiho takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Pikkarainen lands an elbow.
Pikkarainen taking a breather here.
Pikkarainen cracks Laiho with a big elbow.
Pikkarainen looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Laiho is avoiding damage well.
You can see the frustration on Laiho's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T3#
The referee asks Pikkarainen politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Pikkarainen prefers to stall for the moment though.
Pikkarainen tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Laiho struggling a bit here.
Pikkarainen tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Laiho is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Pikkarainen working the head with strikes.
Pikkarainen gets to mount! Laiho was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Pikkarainen lands a nice shot to the head. #T4#
Pikkarainen raining down shots from the mount!
Pikkarainen tries to control but Laiho wriggling away.
Laiho tries to hold on but Pikkarainen pushes him away.
Pikkarainen has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Laiho's face.
Pikkarainen working Laiho over with strikes here.
Pikkarainen postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Laiho looks a forlorn figure.
Pikkarainen looking to control but Laiho is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Pikkarainen has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Laiho's face.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pekka Pikkarainen dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Pekka Pikkarainen's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Pikkarainen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Laiho.
Laiho lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Pikkarainen fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Pikkarainen just misses with a punch to the body.
Pikkarainen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Laiho.#TD#
Pikkarainen changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Laiho looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Laiho is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Pikkarainen has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Pikkarainen content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Pekka Pikkarainen overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Laiho tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Pikkarainen wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laiho tries to escape but Pikkarainen is in control.
Pikkarainen cracks Laiho with a big right hand but Laiho just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
#T1#
You can see the frustration on Laiho's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Laiho seems a little lost for a moment, as Pikkarainen dominates the positioning.
Pikkarainen 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.
Laiho manages to get back to half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Pikkarainen in particular looking to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Laiho trying to control here.
Still in half guard, Pikkarainen seems content to control.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Pikkarainen lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Pikkarainen slips a nice elbow through Laiho's hands, connecting with Laiho's forehead.
Pikkarainen takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
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. Pikkarainen connects with a nice short shot to Laiho's temple.
Pikkarainen content to control rather than advance.
Pikkarainen slips a nice elbow through Laiho's hands, connecting with Laiho's forehead.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Pikkarainen lands a nice short elbow.#T3#
Laiho wants to improve his position but Pikkarainen is controlling well.
Pikkarainen is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Pikkarainen stalling.
Laiho wants to control but Pikkarainen is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Pikkarainen controlling the action here.
Laiho blocking the ground and pound attempt from Pikkarainen. #T4#
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.
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. Pikkarainen connects with a nice short shot to Laiho's temple.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pikkarainen wants to pass to mount but Laiho is defending the position.
Laiho wants to control but Pikkarainen is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Pikkarainen lands strikes from half guard.
Laiho is looking for a sweep. Pikkarainen is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Laiho trying to control here.
Laiho connecting with a few gentle strikes.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Laiho taking some punishment here, with Pikkarainen in his half guard.
Laiho controlling the position well.
Pikkarainen seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pekka Pikkarainen dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Pekka Pikkarainen's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Pikkarainen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Laiho was well out of range. Poor timing from Pikkarainen.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Pikkarainen is defended easily by Laiho.
Laiho fails to land with a series of punches.
Laiho throws a series of punches but Pikkarainen avoids them all with ease.
Arttu Laiho is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Laiho tries to keep at a distance but Pikkarainen has taken the fight into the clinch.
Pikkarainen is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Laiho is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Laiho wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Pikkarainen has him pressed against the cage.#T1##TD#
Pikkarainen has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Laiho clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!#ES2#
Pikkarainen has his opponent's back but Laiho is looking to stand. He manages to get to his feet and shakes off Pikkarainen.
Laiho throws a sloppy head kick and Pikkarainen moves out of range easily.
Pikkarainen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Laiho feints the counter takedown.
Pikkarainen lands a really nice looking cross but Laiho seems unphased.
Pikkarainen 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!
A swing and a miss from Pikkarainen.
Pikkarainen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Laiho can do to turn this around?
Pikkarainen shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Laiho as he avoids it easily.
Laiho lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pekka Pikkarainen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pikkarainen avoids the head kick by Laiho.
Laiho misses with the combination.
A little feinted left hand from Pikkarainen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2##TD#
Pikkarainen decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Pikkarainen missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Laiho looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Still in half guard, Pikkarainen seems content to control.#T3#
Laiho trying to control but Pikkarainen postures up.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
Pikkarainen has taken the fight to the clinch.
Pikkarainen has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Laiho after a bit of a struggle.
Pikkarainen is trying to drag Laiho to the mat but Laiho just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#BC2#
Laiho pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Pikkarainen forces Laiho back against the cage and clinches.
Pikkarainen goes for a takedown attempt but Laiho pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#T4#
Pikkarainen moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#TD#
Pikkarainen shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Pikkarainen showed some decent athleticism there. #ES2#
Laiho manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Pikkarainen keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pikkarainen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Pikkarainen is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Laiho pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Laiho wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC2#
Laiho breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Arttu Laiho has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Pekka Pikkarainen is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Pikkarainen throws an overhand right that lands on Laiho's shoulder, as Laiho tries to avoid the shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Arttu Laiho comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Pikkarainen 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 29:28
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 29:28
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pekka Pikkarainen!
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