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DFC 56: Starks vs. O Shae PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Sue Carter (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Percy Jones (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Carter comes to the cage accompanied by A Boy Named Sue. Jones has chosen Face The Pain as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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303 lbs
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300 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
Great low kicks
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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
3 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Sue Carter!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Percy Jones!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Wesley Smith and Alan Glass.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Carter has closed the distance and engaged Jones in a clinch.
Carter unloads a knee to the mid-section. Jones lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
A short left from Jones.
Jones wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Carter scores with a hook to the body.
Jones looks gassed!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Carter lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
It looks like Percy Jones has been cut.
Carter lands an elbow just above Jones 's eye.
That has opened up Percy Jones's cut even more.
Carter lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Carter lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Carter works his way into full mount!
Carter looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Carter is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Jones can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
The cut above Percy Jones's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Percy Jones's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Sue Carter!
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Griffin Glass (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Eddie Faber (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Glass's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, run to the hills- iron maiden. The crowd seem to be enjoying Faber's choice of entrance music: California Love - Tupac. Both fighter's entrance songs getting the crowd jumping here.
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152 lbs
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153 lbs
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BJJ Brown Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
6 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Griffin Glass!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Eddie Faber!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, George Francis and Robert Twigg.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Faber looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Faber pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Glass is keeping the position for now.
Faber controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Glass working for a triangle but Faber defends it easily.
Glass keeping moving, preventing Faber from controlling successfully.
Glass manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
Glass working for a submission but Faber is keeping him at bay.
Glass looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Faber is working to get back to half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Glass working for a submission but Faber is keeping him at bay.
Faber tries to lock up and control but Glass gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Glass wants to finish this one by submission but Faber is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Glass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Glass is breathing heavily.
Glass is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Faber is surviving well by controlling Glass's body position as best he can.
Faber keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Glass with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Faber tries to hold on but Glass pushes him away.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
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.
Faber is trying to escape the mount.
Faber regains half guard.
Faber is looking for a sweep. Glass is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Faber tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Faber makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Faber.
Faber really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Glass. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Faber trying to strike off his back.
Faber throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Glass wanted to stand there but Faber had control of the position.
Faber looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Faber tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Faber pulls Glass in close to prevent any damage.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Faber is on top in guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Faber's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Glass looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Faber postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Faber's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Faber postures up and lands a big shot to Glass's brow.
Faber with a nice head shot there.
Glass has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Faber can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Faber trying to control but Glass is working from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Faber avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Glass looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Glass throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Faber looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Faber stopping the sweep attempt from Glass.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Eddie Faber will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
Faber drives through with a takedown into guard.
Glass keeping moving, preventing Faber from controlling successfully.
Glass is looking for a triangle but Faber pushes his legs off easily.
Glass is looking for a triangle but Faber pushes his legs off easily.
Faber sitting in guard here, content to control.
Faber tries to free his leg and advance position but Glass is retaining full guard.
Glass is looking for a triangle here but Faber uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Faber is looking to take a break and control but Glass is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Faber scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Glass to see if he's OK.
Faber in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Glass is looking for a sweep.
Faber lands a few punches from side control.
Faber working the body and head with strikes.
Faber connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Glass some visible discomfort.
Glass gets back to half guard.
Faber is nestled in close to Glass, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Nice strikes from Faber there.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Faber prevents Glass from improving his position.
Glass is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Faber scores with a couple of nice shots.
Faber is looking to take a break and control but Glass is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Faber scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Faber lands with a punch from half guard.
Glass looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Faber shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Faber showed some decent athleticism there.
Faber slows the pace down in half guard.
Glass looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Glass looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Faber is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Faber takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Glass is looking to sinch up a gullotine here but Faber pulls his head out easily.
Faber prevents Glass from improving his position.
Eddie Faber has got the better of the ground game so far.
Faber scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
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.
Faber is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Faber's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Faber lands a nice short elbow.
Still in half guard, Faber seems content to control.
Faber is pressing down on Glass's thigh, looking to free his foot. Glass is holding on for now.
Faber working Glass over with strikes.
Faber throwing shots but Glass is blocking nicely.
Faber thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Glass with a poor takedown
and Faber counters with a nice double leg into side control. Glass won't be happy with that.
Faber content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Eddie Faber showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Glass's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
Faber drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Faber trying to control the position from guard on top but Glass is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Glass looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Glass looking for a triangle here. Faber is fighting it but it looks tight! Glass pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Faber is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Griffin Glass!
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Kurt the wrestler (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Murphy Aindreas (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Kurt the wrestler could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Murphy Aindreas's chin.
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174 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
Basic striking
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Counter striker
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
7 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Kurt the wrestler!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
7 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Murphy Aindreas!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Wesley Smith and Stewart Dunkirk.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nice defenses there by the wrestler.
Aindreas scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. the wrestler doesn't seem bothered though.
the wrestler tries to close the distance and clinch but Aindreas swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Aindreas lands a jab to the wrestler's midsection.
the wrestler shoots in and drives through. Aindreas sprawls well.
Aindreas scores with a crisp jab that stopped the wrestler in his tracks.
the wrestler fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Aindreas sprawls well initially but the wrestler persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Aindreas has hold of the wrestler's hands but the wrestler slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
the wrestler throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Aindreas is looking to improve his position.
the wrestler thows a huge punch but Aindreas dodges it nicely.
Aindreas wants to get back to his feet.
Aindreas is staying active underneath the wrestler, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
the wrestler takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Aindreas blocking the ground and pound attempt from the wrestler.
Still in half guard, the wrestler seems content to control.
the wrestler seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Aindreas does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
the wrestler frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Aindreas wants to try and get back to his feet.
the wrestler has control of Aindreas's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Aindreas regains control of the situation pretty easily.
the wrestler looking to control but Aindreas is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Aindreas tries to get back to half guard but can't.
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.
the wrestler is looking to take Aindreas's back but instead Aindreas gets back to half guard. Nice work.
Aindreas pushes the wrestler off and gets back to his feet.
Aindreas is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Aindreas fails to land with a series of punches.
Aindreas will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
the wrestler is looking to clinch but Aindreas is avoiding it.
the wrestler wants to clinch.
Aindreas throws a combination but it was largely blocked by the wrestler.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
the wrestler fails with an attempt to clinch.
Aindreas stuffs the takedown attempt from the wrestler. the wrestler gets slowly back to his feet.
the wrestler tries to close the distance and clinch up but Aindreas swats him away and circles back towards the center.
the wrestler throws a sloppy body shot
and Aindreas cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
the wrestler takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
the wrestler shoots for a takedown but Aindreas saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kurt the wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
the wrestler is looking to clinch but Aindreas is avoiding it.
the wrestler digs a good body shot into Aindreas's ribs.
the wrestler looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Aindreas moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
the wrestler missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
the wrestler won't allow Aindreas to get back to his feet.
the wrestler throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Aindreas has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
the wrestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Aindreas is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst the wrestler is controlling him.
the wrestler throws a big right hand that misses.
the wrestler throws and elbow that misses. Aindreas uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in the wrestler's guard. Nice move by Aindreas!
Aindreas won't allow the wrestler to sweep him here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Kurt the wrestler will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
the wrestler shoots in looking for a takedown. Aindreas tries to sprawl out of it but the wrestler keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Aindreas manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
the wrestler closes the distance and pushes Aindreas back into the cage.
Aindreas is looking to break free of the clinch but the wrestler has double underhooks.
the wrestler's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Aindreas lands a really nice looking cross but the wrestler seems unphased.
the wrestler bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
the wrestler looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Aindreas is avoiding damage well.
Aindreas bucks up and tries to throw the wrestler off but instead the wrestler has got his back!
Good control from the wrestler.
I really don't envy Aindreas right now.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Aindreas trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Aindreas looking very determined here, making life difficult for the wrestler.
the wrestler working for the choke.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Aindreas holding both the wrestler 's hands and preventing any damage.
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.
the wrestler misses with punches from the back.
Aindreas trying to control the position but the wrestler manages to sink in the hooks.
Aindreas defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
the wrestler patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Aindreas is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
the wrestler has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
the wrestler throws a series of strikes and Aindreas wriggles onto his back, so he's now mounted. He's in real trouble here.
Aindreas working to try and regain half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Aindreas slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
the wrestler trying to pass the guard but Aindreas defending well.
Aindreas is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of the wrestler's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take the wrestler's back!
the wrestler just trying to survive but Aindreas is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Aindreas keeps control of the position as the wrestler tries to break free.
the wrestler avoids the strikes from Aindreas.
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.
the wrestler staying busy and making it hard for Aindreas to control.
the wrestler tries to escape the position.
Aindreas trying to control.
the wrestler trying to control the hands but Aindreas breaks the grip.
the wrestler is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Aindreas controlling well, preventing the wrestler from escaping the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Aindreas's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
the wrestler is defending well here and trying to improve his 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 Kurt the wrestler will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
the wrestler looks for a takedown but Aindreas sprawls well.
Aindreas gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Aindreas manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
the wrestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
Aindreas is trying to stand up but he's being controlled by his opponent.
Aindreas content just to control the position here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
the wrestler gets back to half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
It looks like Aindreas is going to stand back up.
the wrestler tries to roll over but Aindreas keeps him under control.
Aindreas stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Aindreas throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
the wrestler tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Aindreas swivels and escapes.
the wrestler fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kurt the wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
the wrestler tries to clinch up but Aindreas circles away and keeps his distance.
the wrestler moves forwards but Aindreas connects with a nice, crisp jab.
the wrestler doesn't manage to clinch there - Aindreas circles away.
Aindreas misses with a jab, cross combination.
the wrestler dodges the punch combination from Aindreas.
Aindreas is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
the wrestler tries to clinch up but Aindreas circles away and keeps his distance.
A jab from Aindreas does it's job there.
the wrestler tries to close the distance and clinch up but Aindreas swats him away and circles back towards the center.
the wrestler tries to clinch but Aindreas is having none of it.
Aindreas lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Aindreas.
the wrestler takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Aindreas cracks the wrestler with an open hand slap.
the wrestler tries to clinch up but Aindreas circles away and keeps his distance.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Aindreas fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
the wrestler looks to clinch
and Aindreas counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Aindreas throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Aindreas misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Aindreas bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Aindreas looks to land a combination but the wrestler avoids it well.
the wrestler tries to clinch but Aindreas moves away
and Aindreas counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
the wrestler defending well as Aindreas loads up on a big left hand.
the wrestler fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Aindreas, pushing him back against the cage.
the wrestler breaks from the clinch.
Aindreas connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
the wrestler gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Aindreas.
the wrestler moves out of range of the leg kick from Aindreas.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
the wrestler moves away from the strike by Aindreas.
Murphy Aindreas is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Aindreas wants to slow the wrestler down by chopping away at his legs.
the wrestler shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Aindreas pinned against the cage. Aindreas gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
the wrestler wants to clinch but Aindreas slips to the side
and Aindreas counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Kurt the wrestler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
the wrestler wants to clinch up but Aindreas keeps it at a distance.
the wrestler shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
the wrestler tries to clinch up
enabling Aindreas to counter with a crisp jab.
Murphy Aindreas has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
the wrestler tries to bum rush Aindreas with a series of wild strikes but Aindreas uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A swing and a miss from Aindreas.
Aindreas throws a left and a right that both miss
and the wrestler counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Kurt the wrestler is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
the wrestler might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
the wrestler wants to control from the top but Aindreas keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Murphy Aindreas comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think the wrestler 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Kurt the wrestler!
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Paul Bruens (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jim Lahey (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Lahey is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Liquor & Whores. The key to victory for Paul Bruens has got to be keeping the fight on the feet.
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Counter striker
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
5 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Paul Bruens!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Jim Lahey!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Robert Twigg and Daniel Franklin.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bruens tries to bum rush Lahey with a series of wild strikes but Lahey uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bruens misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bruens avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Lahey digs a good body shot into Bruens's ribs.
Bruens avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lahey throws an overhand right that lands on Bruens's shoulder, as Bruens tries to avoid the shot.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lahey wants to clinch up but Bruens keeps it at a distance.
Bruens misses with a double jab.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bruens throws a right and a left that Lahey avoids nicely.
A bone on bone clash there as Bruens blocks the leg kick.
Bruens misses with a series of wild punches.
Lahey tries to score with a low kick but Bruens moves his leg out of the way.
A shot to de liver by Bruens. Beautiful body shot.
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.
Bruens shoots in and drives through. Lahey sprawls well.
Bruens swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bruens throws a series of punches but Lahey moves out of range.
Lahey slips a jab and a cross from Bruens.
Lahey scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Bruens throws a right and a left that both miss.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lahey showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bruens.
Lahey misses with a low kick.
Bruens ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lahey moves away.
Bruens shoots in for a takedown but Lahey shows good takedown defense.
Bruens misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
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.
Bruens goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Paul Bruens seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lahey tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bruens paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bruens wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bruens shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bruens not landing any meaningful shots this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Paul Bruens will probably get the nod.
That's time! Bruens's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Lahey clinches up with Bruens and pushes him back against the cage.
Lahey connects with a knee to the head.
It looks like Paul Bruens has been cut.
Lahey landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Lahey crunches a lovely knee into Bruens's ribcage.
Bruens wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Bruens takes a knee right on the jaw!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lahey gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Lahey lands a nice elbow.
Lahey lands a knee to the body.
Lahey lands an elbow inside that Bruens shrugs off.
Lahey connects with a knee to the head.
Lahey creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Bruens's defenses.
Paul Bruens's cut is getting worse.
Lahey landing knees to the head.
Lahey avoiding damage.
Lahey with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
A knee to the head by Lahey.
Lahey lands a nice elbow.
Lahey landing knees to the body.
Lahey scores a nice knee to the body.
Lahey throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Bruens blocks it with crossed arms.
Lahey landing knees to the head.
Paul Bruens's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lahey with a knee to the head.
Lahey with a knee to the head.
Bruens takes a knee right on the jaw!
Lahey lands a nice elbow.
Lahey landing knees to the head.
Lahey landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Lahey unloads a knee to the mid-section. Bruens lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Lahey scores with a knee to the head.
Lahey tries a knee to the head but Bruens blocks it.
Lahey with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Jim Lahey seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Lahey missing with knees to the body.
Lahey prevents the takedown attempt.
Lahey tries to land a knee to the head but Bruens blocks with his arms.
Lahey breaks from the clinch.
Lahey slips a jab and a cross from Bruens.
Bruens will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bruens throws a right and a left that Lahey avoids nicely.
Bruens fails to land with a series of punches.
No joy there for Bruens, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bruens misses with a takedown attempt - Lahey sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A right-left combo lands from Bruens.
Bruens shoots in and drives through. Lahey sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Paul Bruens. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bruens circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lahey moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bruens swats away the attempt to clinch by Lahey.
Bruens tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Lahey swivels and escapes.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Lahey tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bruens paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lahey stuffs the takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jim Lahey showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Paul Bruens's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
Lahey throws out a loose jab but Bruens uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bruens misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lahey tries to clinch up but Bruens circles away and keeps his distance.
Bruens avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bruens tries to bum rush Lahey with a series of wild strikes but Lahey uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bruens misses with a two punch combination.
Jim Lahey is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lahey tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bruens swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bruens throws a series of punches but Lahey moves out of range.
Bruens misses with a wild body shot.
Bruens misses with a few strikes there.
Bruens looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Lahey keeping moving, preventing Bruens from controlling successfully.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bruens looking to pass the guard.
Bruens stops Lahey from standing up.
Bruens stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lahey swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lahey really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Bruens. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Lahey is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bruens sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Lahey's guard.
Bruens not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Bruens is looking to stall here but Lahey recovers full guard.
Lahey keeping moving, preventing Bruens from controlling successfully.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bruens is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Lahey is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bruens tries to free his leg and advance position but Lahey is retaining full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lahey keeping moving, preventing Bruens from controlling successfully.
Bruens looking to pass the guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Paul Bruens showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bruens 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:28
The fight is ruled a draw!
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Rosco Jenkins (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and John Thompson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters will be looking to make this an exciting fight for the fans, I'm sure!
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205 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
5 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Rosco Jenkins!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, John Thompson!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Stewart Dunkirk and Robert Twigg.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Thompson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jenkins swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Thompson shoots in and bounces Jenkins off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Jenkins throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Jenkins had isolated an arm as going for an omaplata. Thompson is defending the submission well but is in a very vulnerable position. Jenkins Is leaning forward trying to finish the omaplata but decides to abandon it, and take Thompson's back instead.
Jenkins keeps control of the position easily here as Thompson tries to buck him off.
Jenkins has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Thompson has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Jenkins avoiding Thompson 's attempts to control his hands.
Thompson manages to reverse the position and now he's in Jenkins's guard. Nice work there by Thompson.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Thompson stopping the sweep attempt from Jenkins.
Jenkins keeping full guard, as Thompson tries to pass.
Thompson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Thompson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Jenkins has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Thompson has passed into side control.
Jenkins manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Thompson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Jenkins is trying to maintain the position but Thompson is very close to passing his half guard.
Jenkins slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Jenkins is looking for a triangle but Thompson pushes his legs off easily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Thompson stands and throws Jenkins's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Jenkins tries to bench press Thompson off him but Thompson keeps the position.
Jenkins manages to get back to half guard.
Thompson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Jenkins sees it coming and defends easily.
Jenkins trying to hold on to Thompson's head to control him but Thompson postures up.
Jenkins looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Jenkins wants to improve his position but Thompson is controlling well.
Jenkins is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Thompson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Thompson's back!
A lull in the action here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jenkins is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Thompson is defending well though. Jenkins let's go of the attempt for now.
Jenkins is breathing heavily.
Jenkins avoiding Thompson 's attempts to control his hands.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jenkins tightening his grip on Thompson, looking for the choke.
Jenkins wants to control but Thompson is keeping busy.
Thompson tries to break free.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jenkins is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Thompson knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Thompson for a finish.
I really don't envy Thompson right now.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Thompson is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Thompson rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Jenkins seems to be looking for submissions.
Jenkins is working for a submission of some sort.
Thompson gets full guard.
Jenkins trying to control the position from guard on top but Thompson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rosco Jenkins dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Jenkins shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Oh and he's advanced to full mount straight away.
Thompson is desperately trying to improve his position but Jenkins has a good base and remains in mount.
Thompson sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Thompson tries to get to full guard but Jenkins has control of the leg.
Jenkins tries to pass the half guard into mount. Thompson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Jenkins not doing much here.
Jenkins is trying to work for a kimura but Thompson is defending well.
Jenkins is working for a submission of some sort.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Thompson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Thompson wants to improve his position but Jenkins is controlling well.
Jenkins wants to lay and pray for a moment but Thompson keeps working.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Thompson shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Jenkins is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Jenkins working a defensive guard here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jenkins wants to sweep here but Thompson controlling him for the moment.
Thompson is pushing down on Jenkins's leg trying to pass to half guard. Jenkins is fighting to maintain full guard but Thompson has managed to sneak the leg through.
Jenkins is trying to get back to full guard.
Jenkins gets full guard.
Jenkins tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Thompson trying to control but Jenkins is working from the bottom.
Thompson looking to pass the guard.
Thompson is breathing heavily.
Thompson trying to control the position from guard on top but Jenkins is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Thompson tries to free his leg and advance position but Jenkins is retaining full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jenkins looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Jenkins is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Thompson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Thompson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Thompson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Jenkins counters with a nice double leg into side control. Thompson won't be happy with that.
Jenkins is trying to get an arm triangle but Thompson is defending well.
Jenkins trying to control the position but Thompson is working away.
Jenkins tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jenkins trying to control the action but Thompson is working from the bottom.
Thompson is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Jenkins wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Thompson, who protects the arm well.
Jenkins is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Thompson is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
A lull in the action here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rosco Jenkins dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
Jenkins fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Thompson clinches but Jenkins breaks the clinch
and Jenkins counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Jenkins controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Jenkins trying to control but Thompson is working from the bottom.
Jenkins passes into half guard.
Jenkins is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Thompson defends it well.
Jenkins seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Thompson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Thompson works his way to full guard. Good work.
Jenkins looking to pass the guard.
Thompson throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Jenkins trying to control the position from guard on top but Thompson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jenkins trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jenkins avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Jenkins pushes down on Thompson's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Thompson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Jenkins wants to pass the guard but Thompson is defending well.
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.
Jenkins looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Jenkins is trying to work for a kimura but Thompson is defending well.
Thompson trying to control from the bottom.
Jenkins is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Jenkins wants to lay and pray for a moment but Thompson keeps working.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jenkins is working for a submission of some sort.
Thompson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Jenkins is working away from the top position though.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Thompson misses with a few strikes there.
Rosco Jenkins is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Thompson misses with a takedown attempt
and Jenkins counters with a takedown into side control.
Thompson is not content to let Jenkins control the position.
Thompson is looking to reverse the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Thompson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Thompson being controlled for a moment.
Jenkins is looking to take a break and control but Thompson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Jenkins is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Thompson has escaped the position, nice work there.
John Thompson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jenkins is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Thompson's shoulder. That is not cool.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rosco Jenkins showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Jenkins, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rosco Jenkins!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Jacre De Booza (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Paulo Fontana (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). De Booza comes to the cage accompanied by Punky Reggae Party. Both fighters really staring eachother down here, as Paulo Fontana enters the cage!
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190 lbs
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192 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
5 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Jacre De Booza!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 3 - 1, fighting out of Las Vegas, Paulo Fontana!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, George Francis and Stewart Dunkirk.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Fontana fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. De Booza looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
De Booza looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Fontana trying to control the position.
Fontana is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
De Booza postures up in Fontana's guard and throws a big left but Fontana blocks it.
Fontana keeping moving, preventing De Booza from controlling successfully.
Fontana working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from De Booza.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
De Booza missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
De Booza postures up in Fontana's guard and throws a big left but Fontana blocks it.
De Booza is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
De Booza wants to pass the guard but Fontana is keeping the position.
Fontana looking for a guillotine here but De Booza defends easily.
De Booza pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Fontana is keeping the position for now.
That's one minute gone in the round.
De Booza with a flurry of punches that miss.
Fontana looking for a guillotine here but De Booza defends easily.
Fontana working a defensive guard but De Booza manages to pass into side control anyway.
De Booza throws a strike aimed at the side of Fontana's head but Fontana avoids it well.
De Booza scoring with punches and elbows.
Fontana is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on De Booza's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
De Booza thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Fontana's head.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
De Booza is keen to just control but Fontana is a slippery customer.
Fontana looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
De Booza lands strikes from half guard.
De Booza seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Fontana does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
De Booza lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
De Booza is stalling here. Fontana is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! De Booza seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Fontana has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Fontana is trying to get an arm triangle but De Booza is defending well.
De Booza is not content to let Fontana control the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
De Booza striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
De Booza manages to work his way to half guard, despite Fontana's best efforts.
De Booza misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Fontana passes to side control.
De Booza sneaks back into half guard.
De Booza scores with a few weak punches.
De Booza wants to improve his position but Fontana is controlling well.
De Booza looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Fontana is trying to control the action in half guard but De Booza is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
De Booza trying to control here.
Fontana tries to pass the half guard into mount. De Booza knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
De Booza is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
De Booza won't allow Fontana to pass to mount.
Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Fontana fails to land with a series of punches.
Fontana rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but De Booza moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Fontana stuffs the takedown.
De Booza takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
De Booza thows a body shot but no joy.
Fontana misses with a jab, cross combination.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jacre De Booza dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
De Booza misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Fontana falls off balance throwing a combination
and De Booza counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Jacre De Booza is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
De Booza throws out a loose jab but Fontana uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fontana scores with a three punch combo!
De Booza misses with a two punch combination.
Fontana throws the left hand but De Booza avoids the punch easily.
Fontana stuffs the takedown.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Fontana!
De Booza misses with a double jab
and Fontana counters with a three punch combo that has De Booza backing up. De Booza nods at Fontana to acknowledge the strikes.
De Booza throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Fontana counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fontana moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
It looks like Jacre De Booza has been cut.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Fontana scores with a jab to the body.
A punch combination from Fontana misses.
Fontana connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between De Booza's hands.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fontana misses with the combination.
A combination from Fontana does no damage.
Fontana digs a good body shot into De Booza's ribs.
Fontana lands a jab to the head.
Fontana throws a series of punches but De Booza avoids them all with ease.
A punch combination from Fontana misses.
Fontana dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fontana looks to land a combination but De Booza avoids it well.
De Booza misses with a looping right.
De Booza throws a low kick but it's checked well by Fontana.
Fontana misses with a jab, cross combination.
De Booza doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Fontana counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps De Booza thinking.
Fontana throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and De Booza counters with a left to the body.
Fontana misses with a body shot.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fontana takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Fontana steps to the side to avoid the strikes from De Booza.
De Booza showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Fontana.
Fontana throws a series of punches but De Booza moves out of range.
Jab by Fontana.
Fontana misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Fontana throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent De Booza stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
De Booza defending well as Fontana loads up on a big left hand.
Fontana connects with a looping right hand.
Fontana loads up on a big right hand but De Booza slips the punch.
Fontana lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Some wild striking there from De Booza.
Fontana dips to his left and cracks De Booza with an uppercut!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fontana staying out of range there.
De Booza missing with a left hand there. Fontana was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fontana connects with the punch.
Fontana will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Fontana throws a right and a left that both miss.
Fontana throws a right and a left that De Booza avoids nicely.
A jab from De Booza misses.
Paulo Fontana seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Fontana throws a right hand that De Booza ducks under and follows up with a left that De Booza also avoids with ease.
De Booza throws a right and a left that both miss.
Fontana staying out of range there.
Fontana darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Fontana connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed De Booza momentarily.
Fontana lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Fontana ducks under a wild hook from De Booza.
De Booza misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jacre De Booza. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fontana misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
De Booza drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
De Booza decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
De Booza sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Fontana defending well though.
De Booza throwing shots but Fontana is blocking nicely.
Fontana wants to control but De Booza is keeping busy.
Fontana gets full guard.
Fontana trying to keep a closed guard but De Booza is proving a slippery customer.
De Booza with a flurry of punches that miss.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
De Booza lands a couple of digs.
Fontana working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. De Booza doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. De Booza manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Fontana has his foot on De Booza's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. De Booza works his way back into a safe position though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Paulo Fontana showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Jacre De Booza's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
De Booza tries for a takedown but Fontana circles away easily
and Fontana counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fontana with a hook.
De Booza drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
De Booza misses with a double jab
and Fontana counters by moving into the clinch.
De Booza prevents a body shot from Fontana.
Fontana working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
De Booza taking a breather.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Fontana lands a body shot in the clinch.
De Booza is trying to break free.
Fontana works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
De Booza is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
De Booza wants to break free but Fontana has control.
De Booza tries to break the clinch but Fontana is controlling the position.
Fontana lands a nice shot to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Fontana lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
De Booza creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fontana is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but De Booza is keeping busy.
Fontana lands with a left to the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Fontana.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
De Booza is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Fontana gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Fontana avoids the elbow strike from De Booza, against the cage.
A short right from Fontana on the inside.
Fontana pushes De Booza back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Fontana lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt De Booza or not.
Fontana cracks De Booza with a nice body shot.
Fontana lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Fontana scores with a shot to the side of De Booza's head.
De Booza is rocked!
Fontana lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of De Booza backwards.
Oh De Booza is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Fontana is leaning against De Booza and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A body shot lands from Fontana.
A short uppercut from Fontana.
Fontana lands with a right to the head.
Fontana softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fontana lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short right from Fontana.
Fontana scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Fontana lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from De Booza fails to land.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fontana lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fontana softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
De Booza has had enough of the clinch but Fontana keeps him there for the moment.
Fontana is working De Booza over against the cage.
Fontana lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Fontana lands a nice uppercut.
Fontana slows down the pace here.
De Booza takes a shot to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Fontana.
Fontana lands a body punch in the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fontana softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fontana scores with a hook to the body.
Fontana gets through De Booza's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fontana lands a hook that snaps the head of De Booza backwards.
Fontana lands a big right hand that drops De Booza! The killer instinct kicks in and Fontana finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Fontana!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Paulo Fontana!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Tanner Jackson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Franko Mia (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Mia has chosen . as his entrance music. The fight MMA fans around the world have waited their entire lives for!
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24
180 lbs
8 - 1 - 0 |
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20
178 lbs
6 - 3 - 0 |
BJJ White Belt
Counter striker
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
8 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Tanner Jackson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
6 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Franko Mia!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Alan Glass and Chris Downing.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mia drives through with a takedown into guard.
Jackson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Mia looking to pass the guard.
Jackson wants to sweep but no luck.
Mia controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Mia wants to control from the top but Jackson keeps moving.
Mia pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jackson is keeping the position for now.
Mia controls from within his opponent's guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mia missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Mia accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Mia is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Jackson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Mia.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Mia misses with a head kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Jackson blocks the leg kick.
Mia thows a body shot but no joy.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Jackson tries for a takedown but Mia circles away easily
and Mia connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mia fails with a takedown attempt.
A slow jab from Mia misses its intended target.
Jackson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mia throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jackson.
Jackson slips a jab and a cross from Mia.
Mia scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Jackson is trying to get back to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mia wants to control but Jackson is keeping him busy.
Mia is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Jackson is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mia looks gassed!
Mia taking a breather here.
Jackson is trying to get back to half guard.
Jackson can't do much from the bottom here.
Mia trying to control the action but Jackson is working from the bottom.
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.
Mia might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Jackson kaven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Mia throws a one two combo.
Mia throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jackson shoots for a takedown but Mia saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Mia looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Jackson working a defensive guard here.
Jackson might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Jackson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Franko Mia dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
Mia scores with a one two! Jackson had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
No luck for Jackson with that takedown attempt.
Horrible takedown by Jackson or perhaps it was just good defense by Mia which made him look bad.
Jackson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mia.
Mia tries to bum rush Jackson with a series of wild strikes but Jackson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Franko Mia seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jackson moves out of range of the body kick from Mia.
Mia throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jackson.
Mia cracks Jackson with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mia throws a wild body kick that Jackson sees coming a mile off.
Mia shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Jackson's guard.
Mia trying to control but Jackson is working from the bottom.
Mia trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mia is breathing heavily.
Mia trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Mia from controlling successfully.
Jackson could do with loosing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jackson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Mia missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Jackson shoots in for a double leg but Mia sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tanner Jackson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mia ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jackson moves away.
Mia fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Mia misses with a jab, cross combination.
Mia misses with a takedown attempt - Jackson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Jackson misses with a takedown attempt
and Mia counters with a nice double leg into guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jackson keeping full guard, as Mia tries to pass.
Jackson looking for a sweep. Not yet Jackson, not yet.
Mia stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jackson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Mia is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Jackson looking to control.
Mia forces his way into half guard.
Mia is thwarting Jackson's attempts to control the position.
Mia seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
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.
Mia sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jackson defending well though.
Jackson controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Jackson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Mia on the ground.
Mia seems to be working for a kimura but Jackson defends the submission attempt.
Mia prevents Jackson from improving his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Franko Mia showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
Mia pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jackson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Mia misses the jab.
Mia changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Jackson tries to avoid it but Mia manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Jackson to the ground. Jackson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Mia shoots and misses
and Jackson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Mia's guard.
Mia takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Jackson trying to control but Mia is working from the bottom.
Mia wants to sweep here but Jackson controlling him for the moment.
Mia manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mia scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Jackson?
Jackson is looking to improve his position but Mia isn't that keen on the idea.
Mia takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Jackson tries to lock up and control but Mia gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Tanner Jackson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
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.
Jackson tries to reverse the position but Mia maintains control.
Mia punishing his opponent with strikes.
Jackson holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Mia tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Mia lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Mia jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Jackson manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Mia grinds an elbow into Jackson's temple.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jackson avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Mia.
Mia in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Mia is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Jackson is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Mia wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jackson keeps working.
Franko Mia is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Mia throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Mia is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Jackson's shoulder. That is not cool.
Jackson is looking for a sweep.
Mia fails to land a wild elbow strike.
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 has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Mia throws a hook but Jackson blocks it.
Mia throws an overhand right that lands on Jackson's shoulder, as Jackson tries to avoid the shot.
Tanner Jackson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Horrible takedown by Jackson or perhaps it was just good defense by Mia which made him look bad.
Jackson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Mia as he avoids it easily.
Jackson defending well as Mia loads up on a big left hand.
Mia throws a head kick but Jackson moves out of range.
Jackson gets caught flat footed, as Mia shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Mia trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Mia has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Mia passes easily into side control. Nice work.
And that's the end of the fight!
Franko Mia comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Mia has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Franko Mia!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Hayato Masato (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kazuo Mizakota (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Mizakota has chosen Hero's Come Back!! by nobodyknows┼ as his entrance music. The key to victory for Hayato Masato has got to be keeping the fight on the feet.
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158 lbs
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160 lbs
8 - 2 - 0 |
BJJ Blue Belt
Solid boxing
Good chin |
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Counter striker
Solid chin |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
8 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Hayato Masato!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Kazuo Mizakota!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Wesley Smith and Chris Downing.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mizakota lands a nice shot that snaps Masato's head back.
It looks like Hayato Masato has been cut.
Masato throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Masato swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mizakota throws a body punch but Masato moves out of range.
Mizakota swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mizakota uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Masato.
Mizakota throws a quick inside leg kick.
A big right from Mizakota misses.
Mizakota throws a sloppy head kick and Masato moves out of range easily.
Masato tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mizakota was well out of range. Poor timing from Masato.
Masato scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Mizakota uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Masato.
Mizakota takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Masato lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mizakota circles away quickly and effectively.
Masato lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mizakota circles away quickly and effectively.
Masato dips to his left and cracks Mizakota with an uppercut!
A slow jab from Masato misses its intended target.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mizakota shoots in but Masato avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Masato blocks a head kick by Mizakota.
Masato looks to land a combination. Mizakota sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Mizakota avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Mizakota.
Masato swings for the body but Mizakota moves out of range.
Masato avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Hayato Masato is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mizakota takes one on the button.
Masato throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Masato defending well as Mizakota loads up on a big left hand.
Masato works the jab nicely.
Masato comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Masato throws a series of punches but Mizakota moves out of range.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Masato lands a really nice looking cross but Mizakota seems unphased.
Masato with a jab.
Nice shot by Mizakota.
Mizakota shoots for a takedown but Masato saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A jab lands there for Masato.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mizakota shoots in and drives through. Masato sprawls well.
Hayato Masato has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kazuo Mizakota.
Mizakota takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Hayato Masato seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mizakota tries to land a front kick but Masato steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Masato looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mizakota doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Masato misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mizakota.
Mizakota slips a straight right by Masato.
Masato misses with a jab, cross combination.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Masato looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mizakota moves out of range as Masato strikes.
Masato misses with a two punch combination.
Masato throws a series of punches but Mizakota moves out of range.
Mizakota tries to clinch there but Masato circles away.
Masato misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mizakota.
Masato throws a hook but Mizakota blocks it.
Mizakota ducks under a wild hook from Masato.
Mizakota uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Masato.
Mizakota pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Masato throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Masato slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Mizakota throws the kick towards the body but Masato avoids it.
Masato throws a right hand that Mizakota ducks under and follows up with a left that Mizakota also avoids with ease.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Masato jabs away that one connects to the head of his opponent.
Masato defending well as Mizakota loads up on a big left hand.
Masato throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mizakota throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Masato looks to land a combination but Mizakota avoids it well.
Mizakota scoring well with a low kick there.
Masato is breathing heavily.
Masato slips under a jab from Mizakota.
Mizakota looks to land a combination but Masato avoids it well.
Masato avoids the head kick by Mizakota.
Mizakota ducks under a wild hook from Masato.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Masato thows a body shot but no joy.
Mizakota misses with an uppercut.
Mizakota avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hayato Masato dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Hayato Masato's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Mizakota displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Masato throws out the jab.
Masato throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mizakota sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mizakota shoots for a double leg takedown but Masato sprawls well. He's pushed Mizakota's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Mizakota avoids the body shot from Masato.
Masato is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mizakota.
Masato misses with a double jab
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Masato throws a sloppy body shot
and Mizakota counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Masato knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Mizakota on the ground.
Masato trying to hold on to Mizakota's head to control him but Mizakota postures up.
Masato wants to improve his position but Mizakota is controlling well.
Mizakota trying to mount his opponent but Masato defends it.
Mizakota is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mizakota is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Masato won't allow Mizakota to pass to mount.
Masato tries to roll over but Mizakota keeps him under control.
Mizakota is working for a submission of some sort.
Masato is looking to escape.
Masato keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Masato wants to improve his position but Mizakota is controlling well.
Mizakota scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Mizakota wants to pass the guard but Masato is defending well.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Mizakota lunges at Masato with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Masato's hand.
Mizakota fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Mizakota throws a jab when Masato was well out of range.
Masato missing with a left hand there. Mizakota was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mizakota staying out of range there.
Masato ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mizakota moves away.
Masato misses with a wild body shot.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Masato swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling Mizakota to counter with a crisp jab.
Mizakota will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Hayato Masato has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kazuo Mizakota.
Mizakota closes this distance looking for a takedown but Masato circles away.
Masato looks to throw the jab but Mizakota is out of range.
Mizakota ducks under a wild hook from Masato.
Masato throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Masato misses with a looping right.
Mizakota moves away from the strike by Masato.
Masato scores with a nice strike.
Mizakota throws a big shot that misses.
Masato dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mizakota tries to close the distance and clinch but Masato swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mizakota closes this distance looking for a takedown but Masato circles away.
Masato lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
A big right from Masato misses.
Mizakota keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Masato.
Masato scores with a shot to the body.
Masato throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Masato displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mizakota throws out the jab.
Masato throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Mizakota on the side of the head.
Masato connects with a nice looking jab.
Mizakota shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Masato as he jumps to the side.
Mizakota slips a straight right by Masato.
Good exchange - Masato coming out on top.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Kazuo Mizakota will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Hayato Masato's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
Masato lands a jab to the nose.
Masato misses with an uppercut. Mizakota saw that one coming.
Masato throws a series of punches but Mizakota moves out of range.
Masato misses with a hook.
Masato takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Mizakota throws a hook but Masato blocks it.
Masato lands a jab-cross combination.
Masato thuds his right hand into Mizakota's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Masato lands a lovely overhand right.
Mizakota throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Masato sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mizakota takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Mizakota throws a body kick that misses.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Masato throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mizakota.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Masato takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Masato lands a jab to the nose.
Masato throws a jab but it's blocked by Mizakota.
Mizakota misses with a looping right.
Mizakota clinches with his opponent.
Masato has picked Mizakota up - he's going for a ride! Masato dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Mizakota is looking to improve his position.
Mizakota works his way to full guard. Good work.
Masato stopping the sweep attempt from Mizakota.
Mizakota looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Mizakota has his foot on Masato's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Masato works his way back into a safe position though.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Masato trying to control but Mizakota is working from the bottom.
Mizakota wants to hit a switch here but Masato passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Mizakota there!
Masato sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
A nice elbow there by Masato.
Mizakota is squirming around, avoiding Masato's attempts to control the action.
Masato takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Mizakota tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Masato tries to control but Mizakota wriggling away.
Mizakota is wriggling around trying to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mizakota wants to control but Masato is having none of it.
Masato is working for a guillotine from mount but Mizakota frees his head quite easily.
Mizakota really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Masato trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Mizakota working to try and regain half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Mizakota is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hayato Masato showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Masato 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hayato Masato!
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Viko Maafala (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Andrew Trill (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying Trill's choice of entrance music: They Will Kill Us All - The Bronx. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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300 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
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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
8 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Viko Maafala!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
9 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Andrew Trill!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Daniel Franklin and Frank Dennis.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Trill scores with a crisp jab that stopped Maafala in his tracks.
It looks like Viko Maafala has been cut.
Trill misses with an uppercut. Maafala saw that one coming.
Trill waves his right hand out infront of him, looking to distract Maafala. Oh, he's unloaded a beast of a left hand - it worked! He's dropped Maafala to the canvas! Can he finish him!?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Trill looking to pass the guard.
Trill won't allow Maafala to sweep him here.
Maafala is working hard here to advance position.
Trill is looking to stand up but Maafala won't let him.
Trill tries to free his leg and advance position but Maafala is retaining full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Trill won't allow Maafala to sweep him here.
Maafala on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Maafala tries to get out of the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Maafala is on top in guard.
Trill looking for a sweep. Not yet Trill, not yet.
Trill manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Maafala manages to get himself to full guard.
Maafala pulls Trill in close to prevent any damage.
Trill is looking to stand up but Maafala won't let him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Trill decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Maafala, up you get!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Maafala drives through with a takedown into guard.
Trill is trying to control the position but Maafala postures up.
Maafala is working Trill over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Trill keeping moving, preventing Maafala from controlling successfully.
Trill is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Maafala landing some decent shots from guard.
Trill tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Maafala is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Maafala with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Maafala trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Trill wants to stand and escape but Maafala is having none of it.
Maafala throws a big right hand that misses.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Maafala throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Trill works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Trill scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Viko Maafala's cut is getting worse.
Trill throws a right hand that Maafala ducks under and follows up with a left that Maafala also avoids with ease.
Trill gets caught flat footed, as Maafala shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Maafala is breathing heavily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Maafala trying to control the position from guard on top but Trill is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Maafala is stalling in the full guard.
Trill really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Maafala. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Trill is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Maafala's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Trill keeping moving, preventing Maafala from controlling successfully.
Trill wants to stand but Maafala is controlling the position.
Trill is pulling down on Maafala's head. It's preventing any offense from Maafala, at least for the moment.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Maafala postures up and lands a big shot to Trill's brow.
Trill wants to stand up but Maafala is controlling him.
Trill avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Maafala is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Trill trying to control the position.
Trill preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Maafala distracts Trill with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Maafala has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Maafala preventing the sweep.
Trill has Maafala pulled in close to control his posture.
Maafala keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Trill's head.
Maafala showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Trill wants to get back to his feet but Maafala is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Trill keeping moving, preventing Maafala from controlling successfully.
Maafala thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Trill is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Trill is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Maafala preventing the sweep.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Trill throws a looping overhand right but Maafala ducks down to avoid it.
Maafala is looking to clinch.
Maafala closes the distance and pushes Trill back into the cage.
Maafala goes for a takedown in the clinch but Trill prevents it.
Trill avoids the elbow strike from Maafala, against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Andrew Trill dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Viko Maafala's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Maafala changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Maafala tries to clinch up.
Maafala moves in looking to clinch but Trill pushes him off.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Maafala moves out of range of the strikes.
Trill drops Maafala with a left and a right! Oh, Maafala is hurt - Trill dives into side control looking to finish!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Trill tries to stand but Maafala is controlling his head.
Maafala is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Maafala's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Trill blocks the strikes from Maafala.
Maafala regains half guard.
Trill not doing much here.
Maafala wants to control but Trill is keeping busy.
Maafala might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Trill is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Let's hope that Trill has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Trill working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Maafala's thigh. Maafala counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Trill stands up and waves to Maafala to follow him.
Maafala tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Andrew Trill seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Trill lands a jab-cross combination.
Jeez, Viko Maafala's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Viko Maafala's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Andrew Trill! Andrew Trill retains his super heavyweight title!
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Andy Starks (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Rick O Shae (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters will be looking to make this an exciting fight for the fans, I'm sure!
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190 lbs
6 - 0 - 0 |
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Good kicks
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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
7 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Andy Starks!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
6 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Rick O Shae !
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Daniel Franklin and Stewart Dunkirk.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
O Shae connects with a solid leg kick.
Starks looks for a takedown but O Shae sprawls well.
Starks lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Starks looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? O Shae is fending him off so far but Starks persists. Nope, O Shae circles away and we're back to standing.
Starks shoots for a takedown but O Shae saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Andy Starks. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Starks changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. O Shae tries to avoid it but Starks manages to keep hold of a leg and drag O Shae to the ground. O Shae escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A head kick by O Shae misses
and Starks counters with a shoot takedown. O Shae fights it but they end up in guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
O Shae trying to keep a closed guard but Starks is proving a slippery customer.
O Shae throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Starks won't allow O Shae to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Starks preventing the sweep.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Starks landing some decent shots from guard.
Starks drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and O Shae dives on top into guard.
O Shae trying to control but Starks is working from the bottom.
Starks working for submissions but it's allowed O Shae to get to half guard.
Starks looking for submissions off his back.
Starks is breathing heavily.
Starks tries to get to full guard but O Shae has control of the leg.
O Shae looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
O Shae wants to work for an arm triangle but Starks is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
O Shae is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Starks doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time O Shae .
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Starks gets full guard.
Starks has an active guard here but O Shae has managed to pass into half guard.
O Shae tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
O Shae trying to control from half guard but Starks is working away.
O Shae is looking for a kimura but Starks is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for O Shae to get the leverage.
O Shae wants to control but Starks is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
O Shae is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Starks is just riding it out for now. O Shae eventually gives up the hold.
Starks striking from half guard on the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Starks looking for submissions off his back.
Starks actively working from the bottom here.
Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
O Shae lands a nice looking body kick.
A head kick by Starks misses
and O Shae counters with a nice low kick that buckles Starks's knee momentarily.
O Shae uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Starks.
Starks avoids the head kick by O Shae .
That's four minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
A head kick misses from O Shae .
Starks throws a head kick that misses
and O Shae counters with a big head kick but Starks shrugs it off.
A thudding body kick lands there by O Shae !
A nice leg kick lands there from O Shae .
A head kick by Starks misses
and O Shae counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Starks is lucky that one didn't land flush.
O Shae throws a quick inside leg kick.
O Shae is looking to slow Starks down with leg kicks.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
A nice inside leg kick there by O Shae . That's going to slow Starks down.
O Shae cracks the inside of Starks's front leg.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rick O Shae dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
O Shae thumps Starks with a low kick.
O Shae chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A thudding body kick lands there by O Shae !
Rick O Shae seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
O Shae thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Starks if he has to take too many more of those.
Starks blocks a head kick by O Shae .
O Shae lands a high kick!
It looks like Andy Starks has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice body kick from O Shae .
O Shae moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by O Shae . That's going to slow Starks down.
Rick O Shae seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
O Shae scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A kick lands to the mid section there for O Shae .
O Shae tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Starks misses with a takedown
and O Shae makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Starks really felt that one!
O Shae connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Starks takes a kick to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
O Shae chopping away at his opponent's legs.
O Shae tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
O Shae scores with a nice body kick.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
An inside leg kick lands from O Shae .
O Shae throws a lazy head kick
and Starks decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in O Shae 's guard.
O Shae escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Starks gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
O Shae tries to land a sweep but no joy.
O Shae has control of Starks's left arm, preventing Starks from doing any damage.
Starks drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but O Shae manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Starks has O Shae in his guard.
O Shae drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and O Shae jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
O Shae pushes down on Starks's leg and manages to get into half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Starks manages to get to full guard.
Starks keeping full guard, as O Shae tries to pass.
O Shae stands up from guard. Let's bang!
O Shae feints and then cracks Starks's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Starks down.
Nice takedown defense from O Shae . No joy for Starks on that attempt.
Starks throws a head kick that misses
and O Shae counters with a nice body kick.
A head kick by O Shae misses
and Starks counters with a thumping low kick.
O Shae misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
No luck for Starks with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Andy Starks. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Starks tries to land a body kick
and O Shae counters with a nice leg kick.
Starks avoids the head kick by O Shae .
O Shae throws a sloppy head kick and Starks moves out of range easily.
O Shae fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Starks.
Starks takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
O Shae lands a high kick!
Rick O Shae is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
O Shae scoring well with a low kick there.
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!
O Shae scores with a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rick O Shae showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Andy Starks's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Starks misses with a takedown attempt
and O Shae counters with a big head kick but Starks shrugs it off.
Starks takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Starks throws a head kick that misses
and O Shae counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Starks is lucky that one didn't land flush.
A good leg kick by O Shae .
O Shae thows a body kick. Starks tries to catch it but that hurt him.
A decent looking body kick lands there for O Shae .
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head kick misses from O Shae .
O Shae scores with a push kick.
Starks is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
O Shae connects with a solid leg kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
O Shae pulls out of a head kick attempt.
O Shae turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Starks blocks a head kick by O Shae .
O Shae throws a nice outside leg kick.
Starks takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
O Shae is looking to slow Starks down with leg kicks.
Starks sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
O Shae lands with a kick to the temple. Starks shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
O Shae throws a nice head kick!
Andy Starks's cut is getting worse.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Starks avoids the head kick by O Shae .
Starks avoids the head kick by O Shae .
O Shae fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Starks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Starks takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
O Shae connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
O Shae lands with a thumping leg kick.
O Shae lands a high kick!
O Shae scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
O Shae throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Starks takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
O Shae throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Starks's head.
Andy Starks's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
O Shae lands with a thumping leg kick.
O Shae throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
O Shae turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
O Shae tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
O Shae throws a nice outside leg kick.
O Shae has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Starks takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
O Shae plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
O Shae buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
O Shae lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
O Shae lands a front kick.
An inside leg kick lands from O Shae .
O Shae throws a head kick that half lands.
Jeez, Andy Starks's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
O Shae moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
O Shae lands a head kick. Starks smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Both fighters circling a little - O Shae finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
O Shae lands a nice looking kick to the body. Starks takes a step back to recover.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rick O Shae really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Andy Starks's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
O Shae throws a nice inside leg kick.
O Shae scores with a head kick.
O Shae scores with a kick to the midsection.
Rick O Shae is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
O Shae sets himself and throws a head kick that knocks Starks to the ground! O Shae dives into full mount looking to finish!
Starks is rocked!
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Andy Starks's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Rick O Shae ! Rick O Shae retains his middleweight title!
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