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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Henry Cretti (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Seth Morgan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Henry Cretti has a significant reach advantage - let's see if he can make it count.
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BJJ Brown Belt
Brawler
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Counter striker
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Henry Cretti!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Seth Morgan!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, Dean Styles and Lou da Vinci.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Cretti tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Morgan swivels and escapes.
Morgan scores with a three punch combo!
Cretti closes this distance looking for a takedown but Morgan circles away.
Cretti shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Morgan pinned against the cage. Morgan gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Henry Cretti. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cretti looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into mount! Oh, that's bad for Morgan!
Morgan is looking to improve his position but Cretti isn't that keen on the idea.
Morgan should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Morgan tries to hold on but Cretti pushes him away.
Morgan is trying to escape the mount.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Morgan is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Cretti has control of Morgan's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Morgan regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Morgan is working to get back to half guard.
Morgan is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Cretti manages to capitalize on a mistake by Morgan to take his back!
Morgan trying to control the action but Cretti just sinks the hooks in.
Morgan is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Morgan tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Morgan working to try and regain half guard.
Cretti is breathing heavily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Morgan is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Morgan tries to reverse the position but Cretti maintains control.
Cretti is working to isolate an arm here. It's a choreographed submission attempt but he's gone for it anyway - and he's got it! Cretti extends the arm and Morgan is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Henry Cretti!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Tim Johns (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Richard Vanderbilt (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the fighters buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!
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145 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Tim Johns!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Richard Vanderbilt!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Franklyn Lucas and Columbo Gatti.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Johns shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Johns pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vanderbilt is keeping the position for now.
Johns content to stall in guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Johns thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Johns looking to pass the guard.
Johns drops back looking for a leg! Vanderbilt is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Vanderbilt manages to kick Johns off! Johns jumps back into Vanderbilt's guard.
Johns stops Vanderbilt from standing up.
Vanderbilt seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Johns forces his way into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Vanderbilt trying to control but Johns postures up.
Vanderbilt wants to get back to full guard.
Johns looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Vanderbilt pushes Johns off looking to stand but Johns dives back in and keeps control.
Vanderbilt is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Johns stands up from half guard.
Johns fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Vanderbilt, pushing him back against the cage.
Johns gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Vanderbilt.
Johns tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vanderbilt jumps into guard, dragging Johns to the mat.
Johns has gone for a leg lock! Vanderbilt slips out almost immediately though and dives into Johns's guard.
Johns is breathing heavily.
Johns is working an open guard so Vanderbilt takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Vanderbilt misses with a takedown
and Johns counters with a takedown into side control.
Vanderbilt is looking to reverse the position.
Vanderbilt pushes Johns away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Johns gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Johns decides to stand back up. Johns steps back and let's Vanderbilt get back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Johns will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Vanderbilt with a poor takedown
so Johns counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Tim Johns has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Richard Vanderbilt.
Johns trying to control the position from guard on top but Vanderbilt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Johns tries to free his leg and advance position but Vanderbilt is retaining full guard.
Vanderbilt wants to stand and escape but Johns is having none of it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Vanderbilt keeping moving, preventing Johns from controlling successfully.
Johns gets to his feet. Vanderbilt looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Vanderbilt tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Johns swivels and escapes.
Johns closes the distance and clinches.
Vanderbilt tries for a takedown. No joy.
Vanderbilt drops down looking for an ankle pick but Johns pulls his leg out and moves away.
Johns shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Oh and he's advanced to full mount straight away.
Johns has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Vanderbilt's face.
Johns scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Vanderbilt?
Johns controlling his opponent.
Johns lands a big shot there that rocks Vanderbilt but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Johns lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Vanderbilt hang on?
Vanderbilt has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Johns's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vanderbilt holding both Johns 's hands and preventing any damage.
Johns is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften Vanderbilt up.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Johns's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Vanderbilt is trying to get back to his feet. He's worked up on to his knees and now he's on his feet with his head on the canvas, trying to shake Johns off. It looks like it's working - Johns slides off, much to his dismay, and we're back to standing! Vanderbilt displaying calm under pressure there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tim Johns dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Vanderbilt fails with the takedown
and Johns counters with a takedown into side control.
Vanderbilt wants to control but Johns postures up.
Johns stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Johns shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Vanderbilt counters with a nice double leg into side control. Johns won't be happy with that.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for leaving it all in the cage!
Vanderbilt decides to stand up, so the ref orders Johns to his feet.
Johns drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Johns decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Vanderbilt, up you get!
Danga de danga de dang - Johns scores with a four punch combination!
Johns digs a good body shot into Vanderbilt's ribs.
Johns moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Vanderbilt fails with the takedown
and Johns decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Vanderbilt's guard.
Johns trying to control but Vanderbilt is working from the bottom.
Johns wants to pass the guard but Vanderbilt is keeping the position.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Vanderbilt is trying to hold Johns in close to prevent damage but Johns has managed to pass into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Johns seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Vanderbilt tries to kick Johns off but Johns keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Vanderbilt shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Johns counters with a leg kick.
Tim Johns has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Richard Vanderbilt.
Vanderbilt avoids a kick to the body.
Tim Johns seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vanderbilt takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Vanderbilt scores with a head kick.
Vanderbilt looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Johns is fending him off so far but Vanderbilt persists. Nope, Johns circles away and we're back to standing.
Johns goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Vanderbilt shoots in for a double leg but Johns sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Johns scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Vanderbilt kicks off Johns and gets to his feet.
Johns throws a left and a right that both miss
and Vanderbilt counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Johns tries to roll over but Vanderbilt keeps him under control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vanderbilt stops Johns from getting back to his feet.
Vanderbilt tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Tim Johns overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Johns is trying to get back to full guard.
Johns is trying to stand back up but Vanderbilt is controlling him
Vanderbilt wants to stand but Johns has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
Johns trying to control but Vanderbilt postures up.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Johns scores with a crisp jab that stopped Vanderbilt in his tracks.
A right-left combo lands from Johns.
Johns has managed to clinch.
Johns pulls guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Johns looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Johns will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Johns trying to strike off his back.
Johns is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Johns looking to control.
Vanderbilt prevents Johns from getting back to his feet.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Vanderbilt closes the distance and clinches up with Johns, looking for a takedown. Vanderbilt pushes Johns against the cage but Johns circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Johns bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Johns wants to control but Vanderbilt is keeping him busy.
Vanderbilt is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Johns asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Johns is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Vanderbilt is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Vanderbilt is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Johns is controlling him well.
Johns tries for a kimura but Vanderbilt is defending well.
Johns tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Vanderbilt is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Johns has just dragged him back down to the mat.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Johns working the ground and pound from side control.
Johns lands a nice forearm strike.
Vanderbilt taking punishment in the form of punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tim Johns dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
Johns goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Vanderbilt scores with a leg kick.
Tim Johns is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Vanderbilt tries for a takedown but Johns circles away easily
and Johns counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Johns has closed the distance and engaged Vanderbilt in a clinch.
Vanderbilt pulls guard successfully.
Johns cracks Vanderbilt with a solid left hand.
Johns won't allow Vanderbilt to get back to his feet.
Vanderbilt is looking for a triangle but Johns pushes his legs off easily.
Vanderbilt keeping moving, preventing Johns from controlling successfully.
Vanderbilt wants to stand up but Johns is controlling him.
Johns trying to control the position from guard on top but Vanderbilt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Johns would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fight is doing enough on the ground.
Vanderbilt shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Johns counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
A solid leg kick lands there for Johns.
Johns instigates a clinch.
Vanderbilt goes for a takedown in the clinch but Johns prevents it.
Tim Johns has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Richard Vanderbilt.
Johns tries for a takedown but Vanderbilt manages to get underhooks.
Vanderbilt missing with knees to the body.
Johns breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Johns doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Vanderbilt counters with a takedown into full mount! That could mean trouble for Johns!
Johns wants to hold on but Vanderbilt pushes him away.
Johns tries to buck Vanderbilt off but he can't manage it.
Johns is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Vanderbilt tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Johns throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Johns is desperately trying to improve his position but Vanderbilt has a good base and remains in mount.
Johns wants to hold on but Vanderbilt pushes him away.
Johns throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Johns is wriggling around trying to escape.
Johns is working hard here to advance position.
Johns manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Johns is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Johns regains full guard. Nicely done.
Johns preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Johns wants to sweep but no luck.
Johns working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Vanderbilt doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Vanderbilt manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Vanderbilt content to stall in guard here.
Johns pushes Vanderbilt off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Johns changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Vanderbilt looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Vanderbilt is trying to get back to his feet.
Johns decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Vanderbilt gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Johns counters with a nice uppercut.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Vanderbilt checks the leg kick.
Johns closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Vanderbilt to the mat! Vanderbilt manages to get full guard.
Johns looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Johns trying to control the position from guard on top but Vanderbilt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Johns tries to stand but Vanderbilt is controlling from the bottom.
Johns wants to control from the top but Vanderbilt keeps moving.
Johns looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Johns stands and throws Vanderbilt's legs to the side, diving into side control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tim Johns showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Johns has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 30:27
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tim Johns!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Milani Rua (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Steve East (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Rua comes to the cage accompanied by Armin Van Buuren - Sail. Steve East looks lathargic as he enters the arena. Wake up son, you're about to have a fight!
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185 lbs
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Counter striker
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Milani Rua!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Steve East!
The judges for this bout are Anthony Taglia, Franklyn Lucas and Dean Styles.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rua gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Rua escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
East tries to clinch
and Rua counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rua smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Rua has taken the fight to the clinch.
Rua breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
East gets caught flat footed, as Rua shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Rua has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Rua gets to his feet - East follows without any prompting.
Steve East seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rua shoots in for a double leg but East sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Rua throws a nice inside leg kick.
Rua fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Good exchange - Rua coming out on top.
Rua lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rua with a body punch. A glancing blow.
East shoots and misses
and Rua counters with a good low kick that East was not able to check.
East looks gassed!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rua shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has East pinned against the cage. East gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Milani Rua. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rua feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to East's calf.
East wants to clinch but Rua slips to the side
and Rua counters with a nice double leg into guard.
East looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
East has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Rua has passed into side control.
East manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Rua is not content to let East control the position.
East is looking for a kimura but Rua is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for East to get the leverage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
East not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
East not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Rua kicks East off and gets back to his feet.
Left hook, right uppercut from Rua.
Rua throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
East misses with a jab to the body
and Rua counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Rua circles away from the clinch attempt
and Rua counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rua misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Rua clinches up against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for leaving it all in the cage!
East is trying to break the clinch but Rua has him pressed against the cage.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rua changes levels and goes for a takedown here. East fights it off and pushes away nicely.
East gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Rua counters with a series of strikes. East will be more careful next time no doubt.
Rua moves into the clinch.
East jumps guard.
Rua has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing East to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Rua is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - East pulls down on the head and he's put Rua to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Steve East!
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Dwayne Chastaine (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ricardo Vaccaro (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Chastaine comes to the cage accompanied by You Could Be Mine - GnR. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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170 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Dwayne Chastaine!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Ricardo Vaccaro!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, Dean Styles and Franklyn Lucas.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Vaccaro looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Vaccaro drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Vaccaro jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Vaccaro trying to control but Chastaine is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vaccaro passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Chastaine gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Chastaine looks like he's trying to stand up.
Vaccaro is stalling here. Chastaine is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Vaccaro seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Chastaine has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Vaccaro striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Vaccaro is trying to get back to half guard.
Vaccaro trying to control but Chastaine flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Vaccaro rolls, trying to escape but Chastaine keeps control of the position.
Vaccaro turns into Chastaine and is now in his guard.
Vaccaro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chastaine is keeping the position for now.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fight is doing enough on the ground.
Chastaine takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Vaccaro tries to close the distance and clinch up but Chastaine swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Vaccaro looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Chastaine is fending him off so far but Vaccaro persists. Nope, Chastaine circles away and we're back to standing.
Vaccaro looks gassed!
Chastaine on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Vaccaro misses with a head kick.
Vaccaro scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Chastaine shoots in but Vaccaro avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A slapping body kick lands there for Vaccaro.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Chastaine drives through and clinches with Vaccaro against the cage.
Chastaine breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Chastaine avoids a kick to the body.
Chastaine checks the leg kick nicely there.
A punch combination from Chastaine misses.
Chastaine tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Chastaine circles away from the clinch attempt
and Chastaine counters by clinching up.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Vaccaro.
Chastaine has Vaccaro pressed against the cage.
Vaccaro tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Chastaine lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Vaccaro backwards.
Vaccaro misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Chastaine breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Chastaine checks a leg kick nicely.
A head kick by Chastaine misses
and Vaccaro counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A nice combination there by Chastaine.
Vaccaro throws a head kick but Chastaine moves out of range.
Chastaine tries to clinch but Vaccaro is having none of it.
Vaccaro shoots in for a takedown but Chastaine shows good takedown defense.
Chastaine misses with a double jab
and Vaccaro counters with a head kick.
Vaccaro stuffs the takedown.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Vaccaro thows a leg kick but Chastaine checks it
and Chastaine counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Vaccaro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Chastaine working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Chastaine avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vaccaro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Vaccaro has a closed guard, preventing Chastaine from standing up.
Vaccaro has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Chastaine can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Vaccaro has his foot on Chastaine's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chastaine works his way back into a safe position though.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Chastaine gets to his feet - Vaccaro follows without any prompting.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Chastaine.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dwayne Chastaine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vaccaro blocks a head kick by Chastaine.
Vaccaro avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Vaccaro throws a lazy head kick
and Chastaine counters with a nice single leg takedown and he's in Vaccaro's guard now.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chastaine passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Vaccaro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Vaccaro taking a bit of punishment here - Chastaine scoring with strikes.
Vaccaro is trying to get back to half guard.
Chastaine tries to move into full mount but can't pass Vaccaro's legs.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Vaccaro is looking for a sweep.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dwayne Chastaine dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Chastaine throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Vaccaro finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Chastaine moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Vaccaro is rocked!
Chastaine looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Vaccaro is still in real trouble! Can Chastaine finish him?
Vaccaro missing with punches from the bottom.
Vaccaro has a hand on Chastaine's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Chastaine takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Chastaine with the ground and pound from mount.
Chastaine controlling his opponent.
Chastaine landing strikes from the mount.
Vaccaro tries to lock up and control but Chastaine gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Vaccaro regains half guard.
Vaccaro seems to have recovered his senses.
Vaccaro flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Chastaine looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Vaccaro works his way to full guard. Good work.
Chastaine trying to control but Vaccaro is working from the bottom.
Vaccaro is looking for a triangle but Chastaine pushes his legs off easily.
Vaccaro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Vaccaro has his foot on Chastaine's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chastaine works his way back into a safe position though.
Chastaine gets to his feet - Vaccaro follows without any prompting.
Vaccaro with a lazy takedown attempt
and Chastaine holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Vaccaro with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Chastaine lands a shot to the body.
Vaccaro tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Vaccaro throws a head punch that misses.
Vaccaro wants a takedown.
Vaccaro looking to stall.
Vaccaro just leaning against Chastaine, taking a breather.
Chastaine escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Vaccaro scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Chastaine looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Vaccaro sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Chastaine manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Vaccaro won't allow Chastaine to get back to his feet.
Vaccaro seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Vaccaro slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Vaccaro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Chastaine keeps working.
Chastaine being controlled for a moment.
Chastaine is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Vaccaro's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Chastaine gets full guard.
Vaccaro advances to half guard.
Vaccaro seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Chastaine wants to improve his position but Vaccaro is controlling well.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Chastaine wants to control but Vaccaro is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Chastaine gets full guard.
Vaccaro wants to pass the guard but Chastaine is keeping the position.
Chastaine wants to stand up but Vaccaro is controlling him.
Vaccaro tries to free his leg and advance position but Chastaine is retaining full guard.
Vaccaro trying to control the position from guard on top but Chastaine is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vaccaro stops Chastaine from standing up.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Vaccaro keeps Chastaine at a distance using the push kick.
Chastaine lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Vaccaro shoots in for a takedown but Chastaine shows good takedown defense.
Dwayne Chastaine has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricardo Vaccaro.
Vaccaro explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Vaccaro plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chastaine takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Vaccaro lands with a kick to the temple. Chastaine shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Ricardo Vaccaro will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
Vaccaro changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Chastaine tries to avoid it but Vaccaro manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Chastaine to the ground. Chastaine escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Chastaine tries to clinch but Vaccaro is having none of it.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Vaccaro misses with a knee to the head.
Vaccaro throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Chastaine blocks it with crossed arms.
The referee calls for Chastaine to work.
Vaccaro tries to land a knee to the head but Chastaine blocks with his arms.
Vaccaro missing with knees to the body.
Chastaine on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Chastaine breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Chastaine takes the fight into the clinch.
The referee calls for Chastaine to work.
Vaccaro is looking to control Chastaine's arms but Chastaine gets an underhook and turns him. Now Vaccaro has his back to the cage.
Vaccaro swings wildly with an uppercut but Chastaine uses good head movement to avoid it.
Chastaine manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Vaccaro trying to control the position from guard on top but Chastaine is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Chastaine keeping full guard, as Vaccaro tries to pass.
Vaccaro is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Chastaine throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Vaccaro slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Vaccaro is pushing down on Chastaine's leg trying to pass to half guard. Chastaine is fighting to maintain full guard but Vaccaro has managed to sneak the leg through.
Vaccaro seems to be working for a kimura but Chastaine defends the submission attempt.
Chastaine looks like he's trying to stand up.
Chastaine is positioning himself well to prevent Vaccaro advancing to mount.
Vaccaro is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Chastaine is trying to control but Vaccaro passes into side control!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Chastaine struggling a bit here.
Vaccaro goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Chastaine has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Vaccaro but great work by Chastaine.
Chastaine has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
A combination from Chastaine does no damage.
Vaccaro throws a nice inside leg kick.
Chastaine tries to clinch up but Vaccaro circles away and keeps his distance.
Vaccaro tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Chastaine counters with a head kick. That will keep Vaccaro thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Vaccaro drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Vaccaro swings around for an armbar but Chastaine sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Vaccaro's guard.
Vaccaro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Vaccaro avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Vaccaro is trying to control the position but Chastaine postures up.
Vaccaro looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Vaccaro is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Chastaine is posturing up here but Vaccaro has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Chastaine tries to roll out but it's too tight and Chastaine has to tap! Slick submission there by Vaccaro!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ricardo Vaccaro!
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Nate Maia (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Lance Storm (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Maia comes to the cage accompanied by Go Ninja- Vanilla Ice. Lance Storm has the eye of the tiger tonight.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Nate Maia!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Lance Storm!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, Dean Styles and Bruno Lombardi.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Storm drives through and clinches with Maia against the cage.
Storm stalling the fight.
Storm landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Maia drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Storm gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Storm lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
It looks like Nate Maia has been cut.
Storm manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Good body shot from Storm.
Storm escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Storm closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Maia is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Maia changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Storm fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nate Maia. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Storm closes the distance and clinches.
Storm will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Maia up against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Storm with a knee to the head.
Storm pressing his opponent against the cage.
Storm gets through Maia's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Storm lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Storm manages to break the clinch.
Storm instigates a clinch.
Storm lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Storm breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Storm clinches up against the cage.
A short left from Storm.
Storm breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Storm wants to clinch.
Storm gets a clinch.
Storm breaks from the clinch.
Storm fails in his attempt to clinch.
Storm connects with a vicious head kick that knocks Maia to the floor! Storm dives in looking for the finish!
Maia is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Maia with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Oh Maia is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Maia tries to roll over but Storm keeps him under control.
Storm looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Maia seems to have got his legs back now.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Maia tries to roll over but Storm keeps him under control.
Storm wants to work for an arm triangle but Maia is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Storm looks gassed!
Storm not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Maia wants to improve his position but Storm is controlling well.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Storm tries to close the distance and clinch up but Maia swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Maia misses with an attempted mid kick.
Maia fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Maia.
Storm moves into the clinch successfully.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Storm escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Storm has closed the distance and engaged Maia in a clinch.
Storm lands an uppercut.
Storm misses with a knee strike.
Storm breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Storm drives through and clinches with Maia against the cage.
Storm breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Maia shoots in and bounces Storm off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Maia passes Storm's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Maia trying to pass the guard but Storm defending well.
Maia trying to control from half guard but Storm is working away.
Maia seems to be looking for submissions.
Maia drops an elbow to the side of Storm's head.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Maia missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Maia seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Storm does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Storm really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Maia. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Maia is looking for a kimura here.
Maia is tying to control. Storm wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Storm moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Maia stands and throws Storm's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Maia working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for leaving it all in the cage!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Storm manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lance Storm dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nate Maia's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
A big head kick from Storm and Maia is sent sprawling to the canvas!
Storm slips nicely into half guard.
Storm slows the pace down in half guard.
Storm is pressing down on Maia's thigh, looking to free his foot. Maia is holding on for now.
Maia looking for submissions off his back.
Maia wants to improve his position but Storm is controlling well.
Storm keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Maia tries to roll over but Storm keeps him under control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Maia actively working from the bottom here.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Maia tries to roll over but Storm keeps him under control.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Maia fails with a takedown attempt.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Storm stops a takedown attempt from Maia.
Storm lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Storm breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Maia changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Storm tries to avoid it but Maia manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Storm to the ground. Storm escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nate Maia. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Storm doesn't manage to clinch there - Maia circles away.
Storm gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Knees in the clinch landing for Storm.
Knees to the body from Storm.
Storm comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Storm just leaning against Maia, taking a breather.
Storm with a knee to the head.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Storm lands an elbow inside that Maia shrugs off.
Storm prevents the takedown attempt.
Lance Storm seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Maia jumps guard but Storm stands there with Maia around his waist. Maia gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Storm scores with a knee to the head.
Storm lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Maia backwards.
Nice elbow from Storm.
Storm stalling against the cage.
Storm breaks from the clinch.
Maia misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Storm moves in looking to clinch but Maia pushes him off.
Storm fails with an attempt to clinch.
Storm has managed to clinch.
Maia wants to break free but Storm has control.
Storm escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Maia feints and as Storm raises his hands in defense, Maia changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Maia sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Storm's guard.
Storm is in trouble now - Maia has advanced to mount!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Maia looking to control but Storm is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Storm is wriggling around trying to escape.
Maia has control of Storm's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Storm regains control of the situation pretty easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Maia working some short elbows here. He postures up to throw some more ground and pound but Storm slips a leg through to get back to half guard. Nice work.
Storm trying to control here.
Storm is trying to get back to full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Storm is looking to control Maia's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Storm avoid being mounted?
Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Maia takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Storm misses with a head kick.
Ohhhhh! A huge head kick from Storm! Maia is out on his feet! Storm rushes in and throws more strikes. The ref is looking closely - Maia is covering up but the punishment is just too much and the ref steps in to stop the fight! Maia is staring into space, just thankful that the beatdown has ended. Brutal finish.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lance Storm!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Pig Halperin (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Guss Griswald (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Halperin kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genuis that is Somewhere Over the Rainbow. Griswald is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: I Set My Friends On Fire - Aiden. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Pig Halperin!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Guss Griswald!
The judges for this bout are Dean Styles, Franklyn Lucas and John Roberts.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Griswald wants to clinch.
Halperin throws a quick inside leg kick.
Guss Griswald seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Halperin circles away from the clinch attempt.
Halperin avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Griswald is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Halperin uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Griswald.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halperin connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Griswald fails in his attempt to clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A combination from Halperin does no damage.
Griswald swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Halperin counters with a two punch combo.
Halperin fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Griswald darts in trying to clinch
and Halperin counters with a slapping leg kick.
Griswald walks into a jab.
No joy there for Halperin, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Halperin stuffs the takedown attempt from Griswald. Griswald gets slowly back to his feet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
No joy there for Halperin, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Halperin feints and then cracks Griswald's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Griswald down.
Halperin misses with the combination.
Halperin throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Griswald.
Griswald doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Halperin scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Griswald shoots in for a takedown but Halperin shows good takedown defense.
Griswald avoids a punch combination nicely.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Griswald wants to clinch but Halperin slips to the side
and Halperin makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Halperin darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Halperin connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Griswald's hands.
Halperin lands a jab-cross combination.
Griswald should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Griswald tries to clinch up
and Halperin connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Griswald tries to clinch but Halperin moves away
and Halperin counters with a one-two to the body.
Halperin misses with a double jab
and Griswald moves into the clinch.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Halperin tries to break the clinch but Griswald is controlling the position.
Halperin breaks the clinch.
Griswald clinches but Halperin breaks the clinch
and Halperin counters with a three punch combo that has Griswald backing up. Griswald nods at Halperin to acknowledge the strikes.
Griswald darts in trying to clinch
and Halperin counters with a series of strikes. Griswald will be more careful next time no doubt.
Halperin circles away from the clinch attempt
and Halperin counters with a lovely straight right hand!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pig Halperin dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
A combination from Halperin does no damage.
Halperin circles away from the clinch attempt
and Halperin counters with a left and a right that stings Griswald.
Griswald tries to clinch
and Halperin counters with an outside leg kick.
Halperin swinging wilding here.
Halperin tries to bum rush Griswald with a series of wild strikes but Griswald uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Griswald with a poor takedown
and Halperin counters with a two punch combo.
Halperin lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Griswald tries to clinch up
and Halperin counters with a two punch combo.
Halperin displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Halperin swinging wilding here.
Halperin throws a combination that misses
letting Griswald counter with a right hand.
Pig Halperin is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Left hook, right uppercut from Halperin.
Griswald misses with a double jab
and Halperin makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Griswald darts in trying to clinch
and Halperin cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Griswald clinches but Halperin breaks the clinch
and Halperin counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Halperin goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Griswald misses with a combination
and Halperin counters with a series of strikes. Griswald will be more careful next time no doubt.
Pig Halperin is winning the standup battle so far.
Halperin scores with a one two! Griswald had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Halperin falls off balance throwing a combination
and Griswald counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Griswald.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Griswald sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Griswald prevents Halperin from getting back to his feet.
Griswald controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Halperin wants to stand but Griswald is controlling the position.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Griswald throws a big right hand that misses.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fight is doing enough on the ground.
Griswald throws a low kick but Halperin avoids it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Griswald misses with a combination
and Halperin counters with a two punch combo.
Halperin stuffs the takedown attempt from Griswald. Griswald gets slowly back to his feet.
Griswald doesn't manage to clinch there - Halperin circles away.
Griswald blocks a low kick nicely.
Halperin ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Griswald tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Halperin paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Halperin looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Pig Halperin will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
Griswald closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Halperin to the mat! Halperin manages to get full guard.
Halperin wants to stand but Griswald is controlling the position.
Griswald pushes down on Halperin's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Griswald stalling.
Griswald's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Griswald stops Halperin from getting back to his feet.
Griswald is pressing down on Halperin's thigh, looking to free his foot. Halperin is holding on for now.
Griswald is controlling the pace.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Halperin wants to get back to his feet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Griswald content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Halperin tries to kick Griswald off but Griswald keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Halperin tries to kick Griswald off in order to stand up. Griswald Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control.
Griswald works to advance to full mount. Halperin defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Halperin is trying to stand up.
Halperin 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Griswald has hold of Halperin's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Halperin manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Halperin is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Griswald controlling his opponent.
Halperin trying desperately to get to his feet.
Griswald is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Halperin can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Halperin is trying to stand but he's not in a good position to be doing that! Griswald has taken his back!
Halperin is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Griswald is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Halperin is defending well though. Griswald let's go of the attempt for now.
Halperin controlling the position well but he knows he's in a bad position.
Griswald looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Halperin taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Guss Griswald!
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Adam Jones (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Preston Barksdale (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.
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BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
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Brawler
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Adam Jones!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Preston Barksdale!
The judges for this bout are Lou da Vinci, Anthony Taglia and Joseph Jones.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jones has taken the fight to the clinch.
Jones avoids the elbow strike from Barksdale, against the cage.
Jones managing to block the knees to the body from Barksdale.
Barksdale lands a knee to the body.
Barksdale looking to stall.
Jones misses with a knee strike.
Barksdale landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Barksdale tries to pull guard but Jones won't allow it.
Jones avoiding damage as Barksdale throws knees to the body.
Jones is looking to control Barksdale's arms but Barksdale gets an underhook and turns him. Now Jones has his back to the cage.
Barksdale wants to break free but Jones has control.
Jones prevents Barksdale from breaking the clinch.
Jones keeps control of Barksdale as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Barksdale wants to break the clinch but can't.
With the fighters up against the cage, Barksdale throws an elbow but misses.
Barksdale breaks the clinch.
Jones avoids the head kick by Barksdale.
Jones clinches.
Jones lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short right from Jones.
Jones misses with a knee to the head.
Barksdale is looking to break free of the clinch but Jones has double underhooks.
Jones stops a takedown attempt from Barksdale.
Barksdale breaks from the clinch.
Jones tries to clinch up but Barksdale circles away and keeps his distance.
Preston Barksdale seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Jones tries to clinch but Barksdale is having none of it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jones fails with the takedown.
A jab from Jones does it's job there.
Barksdale misses with a body kick.
Barksdale loads up on a big right hand but Jones slips the punch.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Barksdale - that will leave a mark!
Jones moves into the clinch successfully.
Barksdale missing with knees to the body.
Jones misses with a knee to the head.
Jones manages to break the clinch.
Jones moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Barksdale dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jones gets a clinch.
Jones with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Jones is breathing heavily.
Barksdale throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Barksdale wants a takedown.
Adam Jones has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Preston Barksdale.
Barksdale looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Barksdale is looking to break free of the clinch but Jones has double underhooks.
Barksdale misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Jones.
Barksdale is trying to break the clinch but Jones has him pressed against the cage.
Barksdale trying to land knees to the body.
Jones misses with a knee strike.
Barksdale manages to break the clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Barksdale looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Barksdale throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jones doesn't manage to clinch there - Barksdale circles away.
Jones fails with an attempt to clinch.
Barksdale misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jones tries to clinch but Barksdale is having none of it.
Jones fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Barksdale uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jones.
Barksdale tries to grapple but his opponent circles
letting Jones counter with a right hand.
Barksdale misses with a takedown
and Jones counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Jones tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Barksdale wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Jones prevents the takedown attempt.
Barksdale can't break the clinch.
Jones jumps into guard, dragging Barksdale to the mat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Barksdale wants to control from the top but Jones keeps moving.
Jones looking for a sweep. Not yet Jones, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jones wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Barksdale stops Jones from standing up.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Barksdale passes Jones's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Barksdale is keen to just control but Jones is a slippery customer.
Jones manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Jones fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jones tries to clinch up but Barksdale circles away and keeps his distance.
Barksdale tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Barksdale darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Jones is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Jones is not content to let Barksdale control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jones looks like he's trying to stand up.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Jones is refusing to be controlled, as Barksdale sits in half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jones throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Jones is looking for a sweep. Barksdale is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Jones scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
It looks like Preston Barksdale has been cut.
Barksdale gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Jones counters by moving into the clinch.
Jones breaks from the clinch.
Jones connects with a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A clash of legs there as Barksdale blocks the low kick.
Jones gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Jones leaning his opponent against the cage.
Jones drops down looking for an ankle pick but Barksdale pulls his leg out and moves away.
Jones tries to clinch there but Barksdale circles away.
Barksdale wants to clinch but Jones slips to the side
and Jones counters with a three punch combo that has Barksdale backing up. Barksdale nods at Jones to acknowledge the strikes.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Barksdale shoots for a takedown but Jones saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Danga de danga de dang - Jones scores with a four punch combination!
Barksdale closes the distance looking to clinch
and Jones counters with a nice single leg takedown and he's in Barksdale's guard now.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Jones's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Adam Jones dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Preston Barksdale's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Jones fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Barksdale will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Jones takes the fight into the clinch.
Jones prevents Barksdale from breaking the clinch.
Barksdale using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Barksdale breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Barksdale takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Barksdale fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Jones, pushing him back against the cage.
Barksdale manages to break the clinch.
Barksdale drives through and clinches with Jones against the cage.
Barksdale can't break the clinch.
Barksdale wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Barksdale scores a nice knee to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Barksdale breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Barksdale will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Barksdale throws a combination that misses
and Jones counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Jones.
Barksdale can't break the clinch.
Barksdale drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Jones gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Adam Jones has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Preston Barksdale.
Jones looking to slow down the pace here.
Jones manages to break the clinch.
Jones looks to land a combination but Barksdale avoids it well.
Barksdale looks for a takedown but Jones sprawls well.
Barksdale is breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Barksdale keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Barksdale takes one on the button.
Barksdale gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Jones gets a clinch.
Barksdale's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Barksdale wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Jones has him pressed against the cage.
Jones tries to land knees in the clinch but Barksdale avoids the damage to the body.
Jones will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Barksdale up against the cage.
Jones prevents the takedown attempt.
Jones blocks the elbow strike.
Barksdale is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Barksdale wants to break free but Jones has control.
Barksdale goes for a takedown in the clinch but Jones prevents it.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Jones.
Jones breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jones moves into range and clinches up with Barksdale.
Jones missing with knees to the body.
Jones scores with a knee to the head.
Barksdale takes a knee right on the jaw!
Jones breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Barksdale takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Jones moves into the clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jones lands with a left to the head.
Jones on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Jones escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jones shoots in and bounces Barksdale off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Jones controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Jones cracks Barksdale with a solid left hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jones would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Jones 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.
Jones preventing the sweep.
Jones gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Jones doesn't manage to clinch there - Barksdale circles away.
Barksdale tries to clinch up
and Jones counters with a series of strikes. Barksdale will be more careful next time no doubt.
Barksdale shoots in for a takedown but Jones shows good takedown defense.
Barksdale fails in his attempt to clinch.
Barksdale shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Barksdale throws a head kick that misses.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Barksdale wants to clinch but Jones slips to the side
and Jones counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Barksdale throws a hook but Jones avoids it easily.
Jones fails in his attempt to clinch.
Jones avoids the head kick by Barksdale.
Jones tries to clinch up but Barksdale circles away and keeps his distance.
Barksdale lands a head kick!
Jones is rocked!
It looks like Adam Jones has been cut.
Barksdale tries a head kick but it misses.
Oh Jones is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Barksdale misses with a takedown attempt - Jones sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Adam Jones is winning the standup battle so far.
Jones fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jones seems to have got his legs back now.
A choreographed right hand from Barksdale misses the target.
No joy there for Jones, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Barksdale slips under a jab from Jones.
The fight stays on the outside here - Barksdale looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Barksdale throws a sloppy head kick and Jones moves out of range easily.
Barksdale shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jones as he jumps to the side.
Barksdale tries a head kick but it misses.
Jones moves into the clinch.
Preston Barksdale seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Barksdale wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Barksdale is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Jones gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Jones changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Barksdale fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Adam Jones is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Barksdale throws a head kick that misses.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Barksdale gets a clinch.
Jones looking to stall.
Barksdale trying to land knees to the body.
Barksdale lands a nice knee to the body.
Barksdale drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Jones gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Jones tries a knee to the head but Barksdale blocks it.
Barksdale takes a knee right on the jaw!
Jones trying to land knees to the body.
Barksdale manages to break the clinch.
Jones tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Barksdale paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Barksdale tries a head kick but it misses.
Jones fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Jones tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Barksdale paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Barksdale shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Jones pinned against the cage. Jones gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Barksdale is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Jones.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones drives through and clinches with Barksdale against the cage.
Jones misses with a knee to the head.
Barksdale tries to break the clinch but Jones is controlling the position.
Jones landing knees to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Adam Jones will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
Barksdale fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Jones moves in looking to clinch but Barksdale pushes him off.
Jones looks to land a combination. Barksdale sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Some wild striking there from Jones.
Jones drives through and clinches with Barksdale against the cage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Barksdale throws an elbow but misses.
Jones lands a shoulder strike.
Barksdale breaks from the clinch.
Barksdale clinches but Jones breaks the clinch
and Jones counters with a one-two to the body.
Jones throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Barksdale has closed the distance and engaged Jones in a clinch.
Jones prevents Barksdale from breaking the clinch.
Jones manages to break the clinch.
Jones tries to clinch up but Barksdale circles away and keeps his distance.
Barksdale tries to clinch but Jones is having none of it.
Jones drives through and clinches with Barksdale against the cage.
Barksdale stalling in the clinch but Jones improves position.
Jones lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Barksdale backwards.
Jones manages to break the clinch.
Jones blocks a head kick by Barksdale.
Jones moves into the clinch successfully.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Barksdale throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Barksdale on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Barksdale is looking to break free of the clinch but Jones has double underhooks.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Barksdale wants to break the clinch but can't.
Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jones scores with a crisp jab that stopped Barksdale in his tracks.
Jones has managed to clinch.
Jones is pressed up against the cage. Barksdale has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Jones down to the mat. Jones avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Jones fails with the takedown.
No luck for Barksdale with that takedown attempt.
Adam Jones has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Preston Barksdale.
Barksdale rushes Jones and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Barksdale fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Jones is trying to break free.
Barksdale is looking to break free of the clinch but Jones has double underhooks.
Barksdale unloads a knee to the mid-section. Jones lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Barksdale trying to land knees to the body.
Barksdale breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jones rushes Barksdale and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Barksdale takes a shot to the head.
Barksdale tries to score a body lock takedown but Jones shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Barksdale tries for a takedown. No joy.
Barksdale misses with an elbow strike.
Barksdale is trying to break free.
Jones goes for a takedown attempt but Barksdale pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Danga de danga de dang - Jones scores with a four punch combination!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jones lands with an overhand left.
Barksdale fails with the takedown
and Jones counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for leaving it all in the cage!
Barksdale has hold of Jones's hands but Jones slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Jones is keen to just control but Barksdale is a slippery customer.
Barksdale is looking for a sweep. Jones is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jones escapes and gets back to his feet.
Barksdale tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Jones counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jones defending well as Barksdale loads up on a big left hand.
Preston Barksdale has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Barksdale clinches.
Jones breaks the clinch.
Barksdale fails with the takedown.
Jones clinches with his opponent.
Barksdale is looking to break free of the clinch but Jones has double underhooks.
Barksdale tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Barksdale breaks from the clinch.
Jones lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Jones checks a leg kick.
A combination from Jones does no damage.
Jones stuffs the takedown.
Jones forces Barksdale back against the cage and clinches.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jones makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Jones tries to land a knee to the head but Barksdale blocks with his arms.
Barksdale has had enough of the clinch but Jones keeps him there for the moment.
Barksdale manages to pull guard.
Barksdale looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Jones decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Barksdale, up you get!
Barksdale avoids the body shot from Jones.
Barksdale tries to close the distance and clinch but Jones swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Jones takes a swing at Barksdale's ribcage but misses.
Barksdale misses with a hook.
Barksdale shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Barksdale frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Jones gets back to half guard.
Jones controlling the position for now.
Jones works his way to full guard. Good work.
Barksdale trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Jones manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!
Jones is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Barksdale has a closed guard, preventing Jones from standing up.
Barksdale working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jones doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jones manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Barksdale looking to control but Jones passes into half guard.
Jones wants to take a breather but Barksdale is having none of it.
Well, if Jones 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.
Jones seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Barksdale for as long as he can get away with.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Jones stands up from half guard.
Good standup being displayed there by Jones as he connects with a hook.
And that's the end of the fight!
Adam Jones showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Jones has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:27
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 30:27
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Adam Jones!
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Jeffrey Green (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and John Wiggs (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Green comes to the cage accompanied by that go- keak da sneak. John Wiggs has the power to score a knockout today if he connects clean with Jeffrey Green's chin.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Jeffrey Green!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, John Wiggs!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Reed Andrews and Franklyn Lucas.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Green shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Green throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Wiggs works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Green won't allow Wiggs to get back to his feet.
Green trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Wiggs wants to get back to his feet but Green is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Green wants to pass the guard but Wiggs is keeping the position.
Green working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Wiggs working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Green.
Wiggs keeping moving, preventing Green from controlling successfully.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fight is doing enough on the ground.
A punch combination from Green misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wiggs takes a swing at Green's ribcage but misses.
Green fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Green shoots in looking for a takedown. Wiggs tries to sprawl out of it but Green keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Wiggs manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Green takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Green circles away from the clinch attempt.
Green darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Wiggs is looking to improve his position.
Wiggs is trying to stand up here but Green is controlling him well.
Wiggs won't allow Green to pass to mount.
Wiggs is trying to maintain the position but Green is very close to passing his half guard.
Green is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Wiggs doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Green.
Wiggs looks like he's trying to stand up.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Green is just content to waste time from the top position. Wiggs takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Wiggs throws a head kick that misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Wiggs looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Green scoring well with a low kick there.
John Wiggs seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wiggs misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Green.
John Wiggs is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Green closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Wiggs fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Green checks it well.
Green takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wiggs throws a body punch but Green moves out of range.
Green misses with the combination.
Wiggs misses with a looping right.
Wiggs misses with a combination
so Green counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Green pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wiggs is keeping the position for now.
Green postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Green passes into half guard.
Green prevents Wiggs from improving his position.
Wiggs looks gassed!
Green stops Wiggs from getting back to his feet.
Green is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Green is keen to just control but Wiggs is a slippery customer.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Green sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Wiggs defending well though.
Green is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Wiggs is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Green with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Green landing shots from mount.
Green connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Green scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Green jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Wiggs manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wiggs wants to get back to his feet.
Green scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Wiggs to see if he's OK.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jeffrey Green dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Wiggs fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Wiggs connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Wiggs looks to clinch
and Green counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Wiggs is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Wiggs kicks Green off and gets to his feet.
Wiggs throws a big overhand right that connects, sending Green tumbling to the canvas!
Green is rocked!
It looks like Jeffrey Green has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wiggs decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Green, up you get!
Oh Green is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Wiggs fires a straight punch through the middle that cracks Green square on the jaw! Damn, Green is out cold on his feet and topples face first to the canvas! Wow, I haven't seen a knockout that brutal in a long time!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). John Wiggs!
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Ivan Slutskaya (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tim Spencer (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Spencer has chosen Crazy Train as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
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Counter striker
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Ivan Slutskaya!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Tim Spencer!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, Franklyn Lucas and Lou da Vinci.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Excellent takedown into side control there by Spencer.
Slutskaya tries to improve position but can't.
Spencer tries to advance to mount but can't.
Spencer is putting a hurting on Slutskaya here, landing some big shots from side control.
Spencer goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Slutskaya rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Spencer's guard! Nice work there by Slutskaya!
Spencer controls Slutskaya momentarily but Slutskaya frees himself.
Spencer wants to sweep here but Slutskaya controlling him for the moment.
Spencer looking for a guillotine here but Slutskaya defends easily.
Slutskaya stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Spencer swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Slutskaya trying to control but Spencer is working from the bottom.
Spencer has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Slutskaya is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Spencer.
Slutskaya is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Spencer knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Spencer is looking for a sweep.
Slutskaya goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Spencer has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Slutskaya but great work by Spencer.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Slutskaya tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Spencer is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Slutskaya is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Slutskaya can't do much from the bottom here.
Slutskaya tries to improve position but can't.
Spencer has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Spencer shoots in and bounces Slutskaya off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Spencer looks gassed!
Spencer passes into half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Slutskaya is looking for a sweep. Spencer is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Spencer tries to pass the half guard into mount. Slutskaya knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Slutskaya wants to improve his position but Spencer is controlling well.
Slutskaya moves into full guard.
Spencer advances to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Spencer is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Slutskaya doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Spencer.
Slutskaya wants to get back to full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Spencer seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Slutskaya has recovered full guard.
Slutskaya has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Spencer should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Slutskaya has tightened it up now! Spencer should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Ivan Slutskaya!
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