LUC:04 Onslaught PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Roy Keane (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Joe Riformato (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Riformato comes into a darkened arena with his song building. psycho kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Joe Riformato has the power to score a knockout today if he connects clean with Roy Keane's chin.

Keane
vs
Riformato

225 cm
20
170 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

190 cm
18
165 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Solid boxing
Big heart

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Determined

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 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Roy Keane!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Joe Riformato!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, James Glass and James Ackerman.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Riformato takes a head kick and shrugs it off.

Riformato bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Riformato working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Riformato taking a breather here.
Keane knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Riformato on the ground.
Riformato is looking to take a break and control but Keane is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Keane tries to escape but Riformato is in control.

Riformato has an Americana. Keane didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Riformato is delighted and gyrates infront of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Riformato hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Joe Riformato!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
62%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Punch Bag (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Omar Ghafoor (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). This should be fireworks!

Bag
vs
Ghafoor

195 cm
19
300 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

215 cm
21
300 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Solid boxing
Prefers standup

BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
Determined

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Punch Bag!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Omar Ghafoor!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, Paul Tew and James Atkins.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bag tries to clinch up.
Nice cross by Bag.
No joy there for Ghafoor, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Ghafoor avoids a punch combination nicely.

Bag clinches up with Ghafoor and pushes him back against the cage.
Ghafoor wants to break free but Bag has control.
Ghafoor wants to break the clinch but can't.
Bag wants to get back to striking at distance but Ghafoor won't allow it.
Bag prevents Ghafoor from breaking the clinch.
Bag wants to get back to striking at distance but Ghafoor won't allow it.
Ghafoor wants to break the clinch but can't.

Ghafoor breaks from the clinch.
Bag avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bag misses with a double jab
and Ghafoor counters with a left and a right that stings Bag.
Ghafoor throws a shot from downtown. Bag moves away and avoids it.
Ghafoor misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ghafoor fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ghafoor circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bag slips a jab and a cross from Ghafoor.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Ghafoor keeps the fight on the outside.
Bag misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ghafoor cracks Bag with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bag throws a right hand that Ghafoor ducks under and follows up with a left that Ghafoor also avoids with ease.
A nice combination there by Ghafoor.

It looks like Punch Bag has been cut.
Bag misses with a combination
and Ghafoor counters with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bag tries to close the distance and clinch but Ghafoor swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ghafoor lands a lovely overhand right.
Bag dodges the punch combination from Ghafoor.
Ghafoor lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bag circles away quickly and effectively.
Ghafoor takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A punch combination from Ghafoor misses.
The fighters circling - Bag throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bag doesn't manage to clinch there - Ghafoor circles away.
Ghafoor thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bag looks to land a combination but Ghafoor avoids it well.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bag dodges the punch combination from Ghafoor.
Ghafoor keeps the fight on the outside.
Bag could do with loosing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Bag throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ghafoor throws a series of punches but Bag moves out of range.
Bag swinging wilding here.
Ghafoor swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ghafoor dodges the punch combination from Bag.
Bag avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ghafoor lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Ghafoor.

Bag moves into range and clinches up with Ghafoor.

Bag pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bag throws a right hand that Ghafoor ducks under and follows up with a left that Ghafoor also avoids with ease.
Ghafoor misses with the combination.
Bag tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bag throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ghafoor sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bag throws a right hand that Ghafoor ducks under and follows up with a left that Ghafoor also avoids with ease.
Bag rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ghafoor moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ghafoor throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ghafoor avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ghafoor throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ghafoor misses with a double jab
and Bag counters with an inside leg kick.
Ghafoor looks gassed!
Bag misses with a double jab
and Ghafoor counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bag tries to work over Ghafoor's front leg with a kick but Ghafoor checks it.
A big right from Ghafoor misses.
Ghafoor scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bag doesn't seem bothered though.
Bag throws a combination that misses
and Ghafoor counters with a two punch combo.
Bag throws a right and a left that Ghafoor avoids nicely.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bag throws a head kick that misses.
Bag throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ghafoor swats away the attempt to clinch by Bag.
Bag tries to clinch up.
Bag looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A good leg kick by Bag.
Bag misses with a two punch combination.
Ghafoor throws a combination that misses
and Bag counters with a good low kick that Ghafoor was not able to check.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bag.
Bag tries to clinch up but Ghafoor circles away and keeps his distance.
Ghafoor takes a head kick and keeps coming.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Bag throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
enabling Ghafoor to counter with a crisp jab.
Bag tries to clinch but Ghafoor is having none of it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bag looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ghafoor swings for the body but Bag moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Omar Ghafoor dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Punch Bag's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.

Bag misses with a kick to the body.
A big right from Ghafoor misses.
Ghafoor lands a body shot.
Bag lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ghafoor circles away quickly and effectively.
A combination from Ghafoor does no damage.
A punch combination from Bag misses.
Ghafoor takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A combination from Ghafoor does no damage.
Bag thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bag fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ghafoor throws a nice looking combination but Bag bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bag showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ghafoor.
Bag looks to land a combination but Ghafoor avoids it well.
Bag waving his hands out infront of him, looking to distract Ghafoor.
Bag fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bag swinging wilding here.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bag looks to land a combination but Ghafoor avoids it well.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bag looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bag misses with a wild body shot.
Ghafoor lands a really nice looking cross but Bag seems unphased.
Some wild striking there from Bag.
A shot to de liver by Ghafoor. Beautiful body shot.
Bag throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bag throws a right hand that Ghafoor ducks under and follows up with a left that Ghafoor also avoids with ease.
Bag misses with the combination.
Bag throws a series of strikes that have Ghafoor backpedaling.
Bag misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bag swinging wilding here.
Bag slips a jab and a cross from Ghafoor.
Punch Bag is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ghafoor throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ghafoor misses with a double jab.
Omar Ghafoor seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bag thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ghafoor avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A head kick from Bag lands but Ghafoor takes it in his stride.

It looks like Omar Ghafoor has been cut.
Ghafoor checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Ghafoor takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Ghafoor swinging wilding here.
Bag throws a right and a left that Ghafoor avoids nicely.
Ghafoor is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Bag scoring well with a low kick there.
Bag misses with a series of wild punches.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Bag feints and then cracks Ghafoor's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Ghafoor down.
Bag tries to clinch but Ghafoor moves out of range.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bag displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ghafoor throws out the jab.
Bag lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ghafoor circles away quickly and effectively.
Ghafoor throws a series of punches but Bag avoids them all with ease.
Bag misses with a few strikes there.
Bag throws a series of punches but Ghafoor moves out of range.
Bag wants to clinch.
Ghafoor staying out of range there.
Nice defenses there by Ghafoor.
Bag rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ghafoor moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ghafoor avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ghafoor connects with a crisp jab.
Bag slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Bag tries to bum rush Ghafoor with a series of wild strikes but Ghafoor uses good footwork to avoid the assault.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Ghafoor misses with a double jab

and Bag moves into the clinch.

Bag breaks the clinch.
Bag swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bag tries to clinch there but Ghafoor circles away.
Ghafoor looks to land a combination but Bag avoids it well.
Ghafoor takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bag digs a good body shot into Ghafoor's ribs.
Bag fails with an attempt to clinch.
Ghafoor avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bag misses with a wild combination.
Ghafoor moves away from the strike by Bag.
A punch combination from Bag misses.
Nice shot lands for Ghafoor.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Punch Bag dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!

Bag lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Bag.
Bag wants to land a leg kick but Ghafoor is out of range.
Bag on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Ghafoor misses with a series of wild punches.
Ghafoor misses with a double jab.
Some wild striking there from Bag.
Bag misses with a few strikes there.
Bag uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ghafoor.
Bag slips a jab and a cross from Ghafoor.
Bag fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ghafoor slips a jab and a cross from Bag.
Bag throws a hook but Ghafoor blocks it.
Bag looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bag tries to bum rush Ghafoor with a series of wild strikes but Ghafoor uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ghafoor misses with a two punch combination.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bag misses with a takedown attempt - Ghafoor sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Bag stalks Ghafoor and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Ghafoor's face. Ghafoor staggers backwards, shaken.
Bag takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bag on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Ghafoor lands with a cross.
Ghafoor misses with a few strikes there.
Bag moves in looking to clinch but Ghafoor pushes him off.
Ghafoor lands a jab to Bag's midsection.

Bag instigates a clinch.
Ghafoor prevents Bag from breaking the clinch.
Ghafoor wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Ghafoor wants to get back to striking at distance but Bag won't allow it.
Bag is looking to break free of the clinch but Ghafoor has double underhooks.
Ghafoor wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Bag has him pressed against the cage.

Bag breaks from the clinch.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ghafoor loads up on a big right hand but Bag slips the punch.
Ghafoor rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bag moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bag looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bag doesn't manage to clinch there - Ghafoor circles away.

Bag has taken the fight to the clinch.
A hook to the body from Bag.

Bag escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ghafoor avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bag misses with a few strikes there.
Bag lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bag misses with a two punch combination.
Ghafoor avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bag scores with a leg kick.
Bag tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ghafoor paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bag fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A punch combination from Bag misses.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ghafoor takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.

Bag drives through and clinches with Ghafoor against the cage.
Nice body punch from Bag.
Bag is leaning against Ghafoor and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Bag wants to break free but Ghafoor has control.
Ghafoor is looking to break free of the clinch but Bag has double underhooks.

Bag manages to break the clinch.
Ghafoor avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ghafoor's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Bag tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bag is looking to slow Ghafoor down with leg kicks.

Bag clinches up with Ghafoor and pushes him back against the cage.

Bag escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bag fails to land with a series of punches.
Bag misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ghafoor checks a leg kick.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bag wants to clinch up but Ghafoor keeps it at a distance.
Bag misses with a series of wild punches.
A big right from Bag misses.
Bag fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bag tries to bum rush Ghafoor with a series of wild strikes but Ghafoor uses good footwork to avoid the assault.

Bag has Ghafoor up against the cage in a clinch.
Ghafoor wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Ghafoor wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Ghafoor wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Bag tries to break the clinch but Ghafoor is controlling the position.
Ghafoor is trying to break the clinch but Bag has him pressed against the cage.
Bag lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.

Bag breaks the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Punch Bag showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bag has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight for Punch Bag!
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight for Punch Bag!
Judge James Atkins scores the fight for Punch Bag!

Punch Bag wins by unanimous decision!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
72%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Ryan Taylor (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jon Stead (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Ryan Taylor has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Taylor
vs
Stead

170 cm
19
170 lbs
0 - 1 - 1

165 cm
18
170 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Brawler
Big heart

BJJ White Belt
Good kicks
Determined

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 - 1, fighting out of London, Ryan Taylor!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Jon Stead!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Sam Margolis and James Atkins.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Taylor throws a series of punches but Stead avoids them all with ease.

Taylor shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Stead blocking the ground and pound attempt from Taylor.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Taylor perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Taylor is trying to control the action in half guard but Stead is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Stead trying to control here.

Taylor is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Stead is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ryan Taylor!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
40%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Alex Westaway (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Shaun OShea (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). OShea has chosen S.O.S. - The Irish Curse as his entrance music. The key to victory for Alex Westaway has got to be keeping the fight on the feet.

Westaway
vs
OShea

185 cm
21
185 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

185 cm
18
185 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
Granite chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Very confident

JOKER FIGHTGEAR

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 London, Alex Westaway!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Shaun OShea!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, Chris Edwards and William Gold.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
OShea blocks a low kick nicely.

OShea closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Westaway to the mat! Westaway manages to get full guard.
Westaway utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Westaway working a defensive guard here.
OShea trying to control the position from guard on top but Westaway is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
OShea trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Westaway on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Westaway tries to get out of the position.
Westaway has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
OShea trying to control but Westaway is working from the bottom.
Westaway looking to hit a scissor sweep but OShea is one step ahead there.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Westaway working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. OShea doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. OShea manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
No luck for OShea with that takedown attempt.
Westaway tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but OShea paws at him with a jab and circles away.

OShea has closed the distance and engaged Westaway in a clinch.

OShea breaks from the clinch.

OShea shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. OShea showed some decent athleticism there.
OShea thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Westaway is staying active underneath OShea, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
OShea keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Westaway is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Westaway is working hard here to advance position.
OShea prevents Westaway from standing back up.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
OShea blocks a head kick by Westaway.
Westaway tries to grapple but his opponent circles

and OShea counters with a shoot takedown. Westaway fights it but they end up in guard.
OShea throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.

Westaway is working an open guard so OShea takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
OShea misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
OShea looks gassed!
Westaway fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
OShea shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Westaway as he avoids it easily.
Alex Westaway has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shaun OShea.
OShea tries to clinch up but Westaway circles away and keeps his distance.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by OShea.
Westaway shoots and misses

and OShea moves into the clinch.
Westaway tries to pull guard but OShea holds him up against the cage and eventually Westaway drops back down to his feet.

OShea escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Westaway shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts OShea as he jumps to the side.

OShea looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.

OShea gets to his feet. Westaway looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Westaway fails with an attempt to clinch.
A leg kick checked by OShea.
OShea fails in his attempt to clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shaun OShea dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Westaway tries for a takedown but OShea sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Westaway throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around OShea's waist but OShea gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Westaway off to one side.
Westaway throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Westaway shoots in for a takedown but OShea shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alex Westaway. That's going to take a lot out of him.
OShea throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Westaway.
Westaway doesn't succeed with the takedown

and OShea counters by moving into the clinch.

OShea breaks the clinch.

OShea feints and as Westaway raises his hands in defense, OShea changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.

Westaway is looking for a triangle here but OShea uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.

OShea stands up and we're back to a striking position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
OShea shoots for a takedown but Westaway saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Westaway fails with the takedown

and OShea counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
OShea is thwarting Westaway's attempts to control the position.
OShea passes into side control, despite Westaway's attempt to control the position.

OShea stands up.

OShea looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Westaway knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for OShea on the ground.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Westaway wants to sweep but no luck.
Westaway can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as OShea controls the pace.
OShea forces his way into half guard.
OShea works his way into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
OShea tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

OShea is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Westaway has escaped the position, nice work there.
OShea is looking to take a break and control but Westaway is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Westaway gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
OShea throws some wild stikes that Westaway manages to avoid easily.
OShea looking to finish with strikes here!
Westaway tries to hold on but OShea pushes him away.
OShea working the ground and pound effectively.
Westaway wants to hold on but OShea pushes him away.
OShea fails to take his opponent's back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shaun OShea showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Westaway's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.

Westaway fails with a takedown attempt.

Westaway closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
OShea manages to get to full guard.
OShea throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Shaun OShea has got the better of the ground game so far.
Westaway trying to control the position from guard on top but OShea is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

OShea looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Westaway is defending well. OShea quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Westaway has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! OShea celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:04 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Shaun OShea!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

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A | B

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A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between James Wade (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Alex Bruce (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Alex Bruce will no doubt be trying to keep this one on the feet, where he has a distinct advantage.

Wade
vs
Bruce

215 cm
20
185 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

180 cm
20
185 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

Good takedowns
Brawler
Good chin

BJJ White Belt
Good kicks
Tends to cut

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 London, James Wade!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Alex Bruce!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, William Gold and Andrew Berry.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Wade sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Wade fails with the takedown.
Wade really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
The fight stays on the outside here - Wade looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Wade walks into a stiff left hand from Bruce.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bruce fails with the takedown
and Wade connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bruce tries to close the distance and clinch up but Wade swats him away and circles back towards the center.

Excellent takedown into side control there by Bruce.
Bruce wants to lay and pray for a moment but Wade keeps working.
Bruce remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Bruce wants to stand but Wade is controlling his arm.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bruce trying to control the action but Wade is working from the bottom.
Wade tries to improve position but can't.
You can see the frustration on Wade's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.

Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.

Wade feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Wade is breathing heavily.
Bruce looking to control.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bruce will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Wade wants to stand but Bruce is controlling his posture from full guard.

Bruce throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Wade advances position into side control!
Bruce tries to get back to half guard but can't.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wade happy to just control the position for now.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bruce is trying to work for a sweep but Wade has mounted him!
Bruce is in all sorts of trouble here.
Wade controlling his opponent.
Wade breaks from Bruce's wrist control and lands an elbow.

That's four 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.
Bruce is wriggling around trying to escape.
Bruce tries to control the position but Wade now has his back.
What can Bruce do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!

Wade is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Bruce knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Bruce for a finish.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.

Bruce 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 Wade off. It looks like it's working - Wade slides off, much to his dismay, and we're back to standing! Bruce displaying calm under pressure there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alex Bruce dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!

Bruce fails with the takedown

and Wade counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Bruce is looking to control Wade's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bruce avoid being mounted?
Wade works his foot free and advances to mount.
Wade controlling the pace for now.
Wade lands a big elbow.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Wade controlling the position easily from mount.
Bruce wants to control but Wade is having none of it.
Wade looking to control and managing it successfully.

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.
Bruce tries to hold on but Wade postures up.
Wade with a couple of short strikes.
BOOM! Wade connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Bruce wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
What can Bruce do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Bruce covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bruce trying to control the hands but Wade breaks the grip.
Wade landing with strikes.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Wade is looking to finish with some ground and pound!
I really don't envy Bruce right now.
Wade biding his time, looking for the opening.
Wade doesn't have the hooks in and Bruce manages to turn into his guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Wade controls Bruce momentarily but Bruce frees himself.
Bruce must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Bruce trying to control the position from guard on top but Wade is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wade wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Wade is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Wade tries to pass to full mount but Bruce defends it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

James Wade dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. And we move into the final round!

Bruce looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
James Wade is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bruce misses with a takedown attempt

and Wade counters with a nice double leg into side control. Bruce won't be happy with that.
Bruce trying his best to control but Wade has mounted him.

Wade moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Bruce has worked his arm free - good work by Bruce!

Wade has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bruce shoots and misses
and Wade counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Bruce is lucky that one didn't land flush.
No joy there for Bruce, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Wade shoots in for a takedown but Bruce shows good takedown defense.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Wade loads up on a big right hand but Bruce slips the punch.
Bruce has his takedown stuffed

and Wade counters with a takedown into full mount! That could mean trouble for Bruce!
James Wade has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alex Bruce.
Wade lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.

Wade get's back to his feet.

Bruce darts in and clinches Wade up against the cage.

Wade jumps guard and drags Bruce to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Wade has a closed guard, preventing Bruce from standing up.
Wade trying to control the position here.
Bruce trying to control but Wade is working from the bottom.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bruce postures up.
Wade pulls Bruce in to control the position.
James Wade overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Wade working a defensive guard here.
Wade trying to control the position here.
Wade on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Wade tries to get out of the position.
Wade lands a good elbow from the bottom.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bruce trying to control the position from guard on top but Wade is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wade is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Bruce wants to get up but he can't break Wade's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bruce stopping the sweep attempt from Wade.
Bruce passes Wade's left leg - he's now in half 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.
Wade tries to get to full guard but Bruce has control of the leg.
Bruce is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Wade slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Wade controls Bruce momentarily but Bruce frees himself.
Wade pulls Bruce in close to prevent any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
James Wade showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Wade has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight for James Wade!
Judge William Gold scores the fight for James Wade!
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight for James Wade!

James Wade wins by unanimous decision!

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FIGHT
RATING
36%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Steven Glass (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Joe Dingley (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!

Glass
vs
Dingley

185 cm
22
235 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

225 cm
18
225 lbs
2 - 0 - 0

BJJ Brown Belt
Counter striker
KO power

BJJ White Belt
Great elbows
Heavy handed

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Steven Glass!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Joe Dingley!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Daniel Bishop and James Ackerman.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Glass needs to keep his hands up - Dingley had a free shot at his head there.
Glass is looking to clinch but Dingley is avoiding it.
Dingley misses with a double jab.
Dingley works over Glass's head and body with a nice combination.

It looks like Steven Glass has been cut.
A punch combination from Dingley misses.
Nice sprawl there from Dingley as Glass shoots in.
Dingley tests Glass's chin there with a solid looking shot.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Dingley lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Joe Dingley is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Glass is looking to clinch.
Glass slips a jab and a cross from Dingley.
Glass fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nice sprawl there from Dingley as Glass shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Steven Glass. That's going to take a lot out of him.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dingley keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Dingley misses with a two punch combination.
Dingley throws a nice looking combination but Glass bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dingley misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Glass fails with an attempt to clinch.
A right-left combo lands from Dingley.
Dingley throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Dingley connects with a crisp jab.
Dingley keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Glass misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Glass takes one on the button.
Horrible takedown by Glass or perhaps it was just good defense by Dingley which made him look bad.
Glass changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Dingley tries to avoid it but Glass manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Dingley to the ground. Dingley escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joe Dingley dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Steven Glass'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.

Glass closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Dingley is staying active underneath Glass, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Glass wants to pass the guard but Dingley is defending well.
Dingley keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Glass is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Glass is tying to control. Dingley wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Glass is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Dingley reverses the position - he's now on top in Glass's guard.

Glass has his foot on Dingley's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dingley works his way back into a safe position though.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Glass throwing rabbit punches from the bottom - showing the judges that he's keeping busy.
Dingley wanted to stand there but Glass had control of the position.
Glass might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Glass is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.

Glass has his foot on Dingley's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dingley works his way back into a safe position though.
Dingley wanted to stand there but Glass had control of the position.
Glass controls Dingley momentarily but Dingley frees himself.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Glass throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Dingley must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Glass doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.

Glass looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Glass throws some sloppy strikes off his back.

Glass has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dingley can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

Glass has his foot on Dingley's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dingley works his way back into a safe position though.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Glass tries to land a sweep but no joy.

Dingley has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Glass to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Dingley is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Glass pulls down on the head and he's put Dingley to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Steven Glass!
Steven Glass is the new heavyweight champion!

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mgr
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FIGHT
RATING
27%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Kevin Turner (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Charlie Simpson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Kevin Turner has a significant reach advantage - let's see if he can make it count.

Turner
vs
Simpson

225 cm
22
285 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

210 cm
18
300 lbs
2 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter striker
Good chin

BJJ White Belt
Decent boxing
Tends to cut

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the super heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Kevin Turner!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Charlie Simpson!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Chris Edwards and James Atkins.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Turner fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Simpson is out of range.
Simpson cracks Turner with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Turner changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Simpson tries to avoid it but Turner manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Simpson to the ground. Simpson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Simpson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Turner looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Simpson is fending him off so far but Turner persists. Nope, Simpson circles away and we're back to standing.
Turner really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Simpson throws a good cross that connects.
Simpson moves out of range as Turner throws a body kick.
Simpson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Simpson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.

Turner closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Turner is trying to break free.
Turner tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Turner misses with a hook from the clinch.
Turner prevents Simpson from breaking the clinch.
Simpson is trying to break free.

Turner breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Turner throws a sloppy head kick and Simpson moves out of range easily.
Simpson scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!

It looks like Kevin Turner has been cut.
Turner wants to clinch up but Simpson keeps it at a distance.
Charlie Simpson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Simpson misses with a few strikes there.
Turner misses with a double jab
and Simpson counters with a two punch combo.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Simpson looks to land a combination but Turner avoids it well.
Simpson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Turner throws an overhand right that lands on Simpson's shoulder, as Simpson tries to avoid the shot.
Simpson misses with a two punch combination.
Simpson lands a nice shot that snaps Turner's head back.
Turner dodges the punch combination from Simpson.
Simpson works over Turner's head and body with a nice combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Turner avoids a punch combination nicely.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Simpson lands a body shot.
Simpson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Turner counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.

It looks like Charlie Simpson has been cut.
Simpson throws a left and a right that both miss
and Turner counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Simpson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Turner moves away.
A combination from Simpson does no damage.
Simpson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Turner.
Turner gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Simpson counters with a two punch combo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kevin Turner. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Turner is breathing heavily.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Simpson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Turner moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Left hook, right uppercut from Simpson.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Turner throws a wild body kick that Simpson sees coming a mile off.
Simpson moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.

Kevin Turner's cut is getting worse.
Simpson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

Turner has taken the fight to the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Charlie Simpson dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Turner's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Simpson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Simpson lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Turner is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Simpson.
Simpson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Turner looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Simpson falls off balance throwing a combination
and Turner counters with a nice body kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Turner takes a swing at Simpson's ribcage but misses.
Simpson is breathing heavily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Simpson throws a series of punches but Turner avoids them all with ease.
No luck for Turner with that takedown attempt.
Simpson misses with a combination
and Turner counters with a body kick that stops Simpson in his tracks momentarily.
Turner with a poor takedown
and Simpson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Turner shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kevin Turner. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Turner throws a body punch but Simpson moves out of range.
Simpson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Simpson throws a combination that misses

and Turner counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Simpson can do anything to dispel that myth.
Simpson is looking to stand up but Turner isn't so interested in that idea.
Turner throwing strikes but missing.

Simpson is working an open guard so Turner takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice defenses there by Simpson.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Simpson throws a combination that misses
and Turner makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Simpson really felt that one!
Simpson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Turner misses with a body shot.
Simpson misses with a wild combination.
Turner misses with a hook. Simpson ducked under it nicely.
Turner fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Simpson manages to avoid it.

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.
Turner tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Simpson swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Turner counters with a stiff right hand.
Turner thows a body shot but no joy.
Turner throws a body punch but Simpson moves out of range.
Simpson swinging wilding here.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.

Turner gets the takedown into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kevin Turner dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.

Turner shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Simpson but Simpson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kevin Turner is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Simpson misses with a combination

so Turner counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Simpson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Simpson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Turner. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.

Turner decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Simpson, up you get!
Turner fails to land the takedown.
Turner slips a jab and a cross from Simpson.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Turner throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Simpson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Simpson tests Turner's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Simpson throws a left and a right that both miss

so Turner counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Turner working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Turner working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Simpson wants to stand up but Turner is controlling him.
Simpson is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Turner dives into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Turner lands some shots froms side control.
Simpson takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Simpson is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Turner in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Turner working the head and body with strikes.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Turner throws an elbow but Simpson slips to the side and avoids it well.
Simpson taking punishment in the form of punches.
Turner throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Turner throws an elbow but Simpson slips to the side and avoids it well.
Turner sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Simpson is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Simpson tries to escape but Turner is in control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kevin Turner overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.

That's four 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.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Turner throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Simpson's head.
Simpson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Simpson avoids the head kick by Turner.
Turner shoots in and drives through. Simpson sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kevin Turner. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Simpson connects with a crisp jab.
Simpson throws a series of punches but Turner moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kevin Turner clearly takes that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!

Simpson misses with a series of wild punches.
Simpson swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Simpson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Simpson misses with a combination
and Turner counters with a nice leg kick.
Simpson blocks a jab.
Simpson throws a left and a right that both miss
and Turner counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Simpson is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Simpson is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Turner showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Simpson.
Simpson throws a right and a left that Turner avoids nicely.

That's one minute gone in the round.
A punch combination from Simpson misses.
Simpson has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Turner takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Turner misses with a two punch combination.
Turner misses with a wild body shot.
Simpson moves out of range as Turner strikes.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Turner.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Turner shoots in for a double leg but Simpson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Turner fails with the takedown
and Simpson counters with a two punch combo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kevin Turner. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Simpson falls off balance throwing a combination
and Simpson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Simpson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Turner shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Simpson stalks Turner and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Turner's face. Turner staggers backwards, shaken.
Simpson lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Simpson avoids the head kick by Turner.
Simpson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Turner shoots for a double leg takedown but Simpson sprawls well. He's pushed Turner's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Simpson fails to land with a series of punches.

That's four 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.
Turner fails with the takedown
and Simpson counters with a series of strikes. Turner will be more careful next time no doubt.
Simpson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Simpson lands with a nice combination. Turner backs away looking to recover.
Simpson lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Turner backs up against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kevin Turner had his way with Charlie Simpson in that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!

Simpson misses with a wild combination.
Simpson thows a body shot but no joy.
Turner waving his hands out infront of him, looking to distract Simpson.
Simpson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simpson throws a right hand that Turner ducks under and follows up with a left that Turner also avoids with ease.
Turner throws a sloppy head kick and Simpson moves out of range easily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Simpson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Some wild striking there from Simpson.
A punch combination from Simpson misses.
Turner throws a combination that misses
and Simpson counters with a stiff right hand.
The fight stays on the outside here - Turner looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Simpson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Turner.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Simpson misses with the combination.
A swing and a miss from Turner.
Simpson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Turner.
Simpson loads up on a big right hand but Turner slips the punch.
Turner throws a sloppy head kick and Simpson moves out of range easily.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Turner showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Simpson.
Simpson moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Simpson falls off balance throwing a combination

and Turner holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.

Turner escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Simpson swinging wilding here.
Simpson takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Simpson is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Simpson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Turner moves away.
Turner keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Turner wants to clinch up but Simpson keeps it at a distance.
Simpson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Simpson misses with a wild combination.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Simpson misses with a jab, cross combination.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Kevin Turner.
I think Turner has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight for Kevin Turner!
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight for Kevin Turner!
Judge James Atkins scores the fight for Kevin Turner!

Kevin Turner wins by unanimous decision!
Kevin Turner is the new super heavyweight champion!

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FIGHT
RATING
64%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Tim Corsi (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and james bedford (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Corsi comes to the cage accompanied by Womanizer by Britney Spears. 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.

Corsi
vs
bedford

153 cm
18
165 lbs
2 - 0 - 0

188 cm
18
155 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Cuts easily

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter striker
Solid chin

Butchered Fight Wear

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the lightweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Tim Corsi!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, james bedford !
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Donald Grub and James Glass.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
bedford keeps the fight on the outside.
Corsi is looking to clinch.

Corsi shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in full mount! That's better than Corsi was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Corsi controlling from the full mount.
bedford is working to get back to half guard.
bedford tries to control Corsi's body but Corsi pushes him off. bedford squirms to his side and now Corsi has his back!

bedford is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
bedford tries to break free.

That's one minute gone in the round.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Corsi's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Corsi not allowing bedford to control his hands.
Corsi trying to control momentarily.
Corsi keeps control of the position as bedford tries to break free.
Corsi controls the action.
bedford rolls, trying to escape but Corsi keeps control of the position.

That's two 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.
Corsi really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for bedford .
Corsi could do with loosing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
bedford manages to reverse the position and now he's in Corsi's guard. Nice work there by bedford .
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
bedford tries to stand but Corsi is controlling from the bottom.
bedford throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Corsi works some decent striking defense from the bottom.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Corsi lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for bedford !
bedford can't escape the position.
Corsi controlling from mount.

Corsi swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and bedford is now in Corsi's guard. A big mistake from Corsi there, giving up the dominant position!
Corsi is breathing heavily.
Corsi keeping moving, preventing bedford from controlling successfully.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

bedford drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Corsi dives on top into guard.
bedford tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Corsi sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
bedford is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tim Corsi dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!

bedford avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
bedford keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
bedford walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.

Corsi scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
A lull in the action here as Corsi stalls from top position.
Corsi trying to control the action but bedford is working from the bottom.
bedford is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Corsi off and has taken his back!
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.
Corsi is trying to get back to his feet but bedford has full control of the position and if anything, Corsi has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
bedford trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Corsi tries to escape but bedford has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Corsi is covering up but some of the strikes from bedford are getting through and doing damage.
Oooh a big shot gets through from bedford . Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
Corsi trying to control the action but bedford just sinks the hooks in.
Corsi might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
bedford trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.

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.
Corsi is in bad spot here.
bedford is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Will bedford go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Corsi is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
bedford is working the ground and pound here and the referee is taking a close look at Corsi. He must escape soon or this one will be stopped.
bedford scores with punches to the body.
bedford has the hooks in. Corsi is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Will bedford go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
bedford connects with a big shot to the side of Corsi's head.
bedford really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Corsi.
bedford tries to keep control of the position but Corsi is staying busy.
Corsi wants to control his opponent's hands but bedford gets his hands free.
Corsi tries to break free.
Corsi wants to control his opponent's hands but bedford gets his hands free.

That's four 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.
Corsi looking very determined here, making life difficult for bedford .
Corsi trying to control but not successfully.
Corsi is really stuck here.
Corsi wants to control his opponent's hands but bedford gets his hands free.
bedford is looking to finish with some ground and pound!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
bedford thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent.
bedford is not going to allow Corsi to sit and survive in this position.
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 Tim Corsi will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!

bedford is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
bedford shoots in but doesn't get the takedown

and Corsi counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Corsi controlling the action here.
Corsi's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
bedford gets back to full guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
bedford trying to strike off his back.

That's one minute gone in the round.
bedford wants to sweep but no luck.
Corsi controls from within his opponent's guard.
bedford working a defensive guard but Corsi manages to pass into side control anyway.
bedford takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.

Corsi decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Tim Corsi is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.

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.
bedford does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.

Corsi shoots in and bounces bedford off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Corsi stays in close to bedford 's body and controls the position.
Corsi distracts bedford with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
bedford striking off his back but it's not causing Corsi any problems.
bedford is trying to keep Corsi in close.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Corsi content to stall in guard here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now bedford is on top in guard.
Corsi really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill...

Corsi wriggles free and stands up.
Corsi slips a jab from bedford .

Corsi gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Corsi managing to block the knees to the body from bedford .
Corsi tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. bedford just stands there and leans against the cage.
bedford wants to break free but Corsi has control.
bedford stops a takedown attempt from Corsi.
Corsi on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Corsi scores with a shot to the side of bedford 's head.
A right hand to the body from Corsi.
bedford tries to pull guard but Corsi won't allow it.
bedford trying to land knees to the body.
Corsi lands a damaging elbow.
Corsi is working for takedown but bedford is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tim Corsi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
bedford cracks Corsi with a nice body shot.

Corsi has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics bedford uses from the top position.
bedford in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.

bedford drops back, looking for a kneebar! Corsi looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Corsi looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Corsi!
Corsi slows the pace down.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tim Corsi clearly takes that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.

bedford lands with a kick to the ribs.
bedford fails with the takedown

and Corsi decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in bedford 's guard.
Corsi is working bedford over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Tim Corsi overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
bedford has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Corsi has passed into side control.
Corsi is working bedford over with some ground and pound from side control.
A lull in the action here.

That's one minute gone in the round.
bedford is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Corsi is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.

Corsi working for a guillotine from mount but bedford is in no mood to give up.
Corsi dominating with strikes here.
bedford is trying to escape the mount.

That's two 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.
Corsi seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but bedford is holding on tight.
bedford is wriggling around trying to escape.

Corsi swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and bedford is now in Corsi's guard. A big mistake from Corsi there, giving up the dominant position!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Corsi has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Corsi 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.
Corsi is trying to control the position from the bottom.
bedford postures up in Corsi's guard and throws a big left but Corsi blocks it.
Corsi keeping full guard, as bedford tries to pass.
bedford throwing strikes but missing.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
bedford trying to move into half guard but instead Corsi has managed to sweep!
bedford controls Corsi momentarily but Corsi frees himself.

The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Corsi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from bedford .
bedford gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Corsi counters with a two punch combo.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Corsi wants to clinch but bedford slips to the side

and bedford counters with a nice double leg into side control. Corsi won't be happy with that.
bedford trying to control the action but Corsi is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Tim Corsi will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!

Corsi fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. bedford sprawls well initially but Corsi persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
bedford gets full guard.

bedford working for a triangle but Corsi defends it easily.
Corsi passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - an gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
bedford regains half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Corsi trying to advance position but bedford counters by regaining guard.
Corsi content to stall in guard here.
Corsi preventing the sweep.
bedford wants to improve his position but instead Corsi has moved into half guard.

That's two 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.
bedford moves into full guard.

Corsi stands and steps away. bedford gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Corsi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Corsi shoots in for a takedown but bedford shows good takedown defense.
Corsi misses with a head kick.
bedford lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Corsi backs up against the cage.
Corsi throws a sloppy head kick
and bedford counters with a series of strikes. Corsi will be more careful next time no doubt.
bedford fails to land with a series of punches.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Corsi pushes bedford up against the cage in a clinch.
bedford throws an elbow but it's blocked.

Corsi breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.

bedford gets in close and instigates a clinch.
bedford stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
bedford is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Corsi holding his opponent close, against the cage.

Corsi has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics bedford uses from the top position.
bedford postures up in Corsi's guard and throws a big left but Corsi blocks it.
bedford throwing strikes from guard but Corsi blocks nicely.
bedford trying to control but Corsi is working from the bottom.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Corsi throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Corsi keeping moving, preventing bedford from controlling successfully.
bedford would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
bedford trying to control the position from guard on top but Corsi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tim Corsi showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Corsi, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight for Tim Corsi!
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight for Tim Corsi!
Judge James Glass scores the fight for Tim Corsi!

Tim Corsi wins by unanimous decision!
Tim Corsi is the new lightweight champion!

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energy
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hype
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pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
38%

Main event

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Cuddles Mackenzie (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Darren Williams (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Mackenzie comes to the cage accompanied by Bitter Peace by Slayer. Williams has chosen Date With The Night as his entrance music. Cuddles Mackenzie has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.

Mackenzie
vs
Williams

180 cm
22
195 lbs
3 - 0 - 0

179 cm
24
180 lbs
7 - 1 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter striker
Good chin

BJJ Purple Belt
Counter striker
Granite chin

Butchered Fight Wear
Convicted

Butchered Fight Wear

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the middleweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Cuddles Mackenzie!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 7 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Darren Williams!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, James Glass and Colin Fotheringham.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Mackenzie takes the fight into the clinch.
Mackenzie prevents a takedown attempt there.

Mackenzie decides to pull guard.
Williams stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mackenzie swivels though and keeps the full guard.

Mackenzie looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Mackenzie looking to hit a scissor sweep but Williams is one step ahead there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Williams trying to control the position from guard on top but Mackenzie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Williams advances to half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Mackenzie regains full guard. Nicely done.
Williams wants to pass the guard but Mackenzie is keeping the position.
Mackenzie is trying to keep Williams in close.
Williams won't allow Mackenzie to sweep him here.
Mackenzie is pulling down on Williams's head to control his posture.
Williams slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Williams looks gassed!
Mackenzie gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Mackenzie wants to control but Williams is keeping busy.
Mackenzie is not content to let Williams control the position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Williams trying to pass the guard but Mackenzie defending well.
Mackenzie tries to roll over but Williams keeps him under control.
Williams wants to stand up but Mackenzie is controlling the position.
Mackenzie wants to get back to his feet.
Williams trying to control the action but Mackenzie is working from the bottom.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Mackenzie shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Williams but Williams pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A head kick misses from Williams.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mackenzie goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.

Mackenzie closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Williams to the mat! Williams manages to get full guard.
Mackenzie throws a strike but Williams rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Mackenzie lands a good elbow from the bottom.

Mackenzie looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Williams loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Mackenzie is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Williams drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Mackenzie manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Williams has Mackenzie in his guard.
Williams 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.
Mackenzie lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Williams avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Mackenzie trying to control but Williams is working from the bottom.
Mackenzie is really struggling to control Williams but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Williams is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cuddles Mackenzie dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!

Mackenzie shoots in looking for a takedown. Williams tries to sprawl out of it but Mackenzie keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Williams manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nice takedown defense from Williams. No joy for Mackenzie on that attempt.

Mackenzie has managed to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Williams is looking to break free of the clinch but Mackenzie has double underhooks.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Mackenzie fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cuddles Mackenzie. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Williams is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Mackenzie pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Williams has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Mackenzie is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Mackenzie pulls guard effortlessly.

Mackenzie wriggles free and stands up.
Mackenzie shoots for a takedown but Williams saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Williams tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mackenzie shoots for a takedown but Williams saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Mackenzie lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Mackenzie.
Cuddles Mackenzie seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Some wild striking there from Mackenzie.
Williams stuffs the takedown.
Cuddles Mackenzie is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Williams tries a head kick but it misses.
Williams looks to clinch
and Mackenzie counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Williams fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Williams takes one on the chin but seems OK.

Mackenzie clinches with his opponent.
Mackenzie misses with a punch to the body.
Williams has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Mackenzie avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.

Mackenzie turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Mackenzie manages to end up in side control.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Williams tries to bench press Mackenzie off him but Mackenzie keeps the position.
Mackenzie controls the position.
Williams is trying to control Mackenzie's posture but Mackenzie avoids it.
Williams stops Mackenzie from passing to mount.
Williams manages to get back to half guard.
Williams makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Williams.
Mackenzie trying to control the position from guard on top but Williams is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Williams 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.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Mackenzie would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Williams keeping full guard, as Mackenzie tries to pass.
Mackenzie trying to control but Williams is working from the bottom.
Mackenzie stopping the sweep attempt from Williams.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Williams swats away the attempt to clinch by Mackenzie.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cuddles Mackenzie dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.

Mackenzie throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Williams's waist but Williams gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Mackenzie off to one side.
Mackenzie misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Williams is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Mackenzie looks to land a combination but Williams avoids it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Williams gets the takedown into side control.
Mackenzie on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Williams fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Mackenzie gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Mackenzie moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Mackenzie looking to control.
Williams stands and throws Mackenzie's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Williams is looking to take a break and control but Mackenzie is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mackenzie tries to improve position but can't.
Williams works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.

That's two 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.
Mackenzie is being controlled here.
Williams throws an elbow but Mackenzie slips to the side and avoids it well.

Williams wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Mackenzie, who protects the arm well.
Mackenzie can't do much from the bottom here.
Williams wants to control but Mackenzie is keeping him busy.

It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Mackenzie tries for a takedown but Williams circles away easily

and Williams counters with a takedown into side control.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cuddles Mackenzie. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Williams is trying to get an arm triangle but Mackenzie is defending well.
Darren Williams has got the better of the ground game so far.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mackenzie is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Williams laying and praying for a moment but Mackenzie takes advantage and regains half guard.
Mackenzie is not content to let Williams control the position.

Williams is looking for a kimura but Mackenzie is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Williams to get the leverage.
Mackenzie manages to get to full guard.

Williams is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Mackenzie has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Williams is looking to defend but Mackenzie has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Williams! Mackenzie pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Williams taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:02 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Cuddles Mackenzie!
Cuddles Mackenzie is the new middleweight champion!

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