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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Bobby Bobbertson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and David Summers (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). I'm sure you'll be fascinated to know that I was talking to some pointless Z list celebrity before the fight and he thought that David Summers was going to win. Let's see if he was right.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
8 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Bobby Bobbertson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, David Summers!
The judges for this bout are John Mangel, Eliza Hachem and Summer Carpenter.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bobbertson scores with a decent looking hook.
Summers misses with a looping left.
Bobbertson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A head kick misses from Bobbertson.
Summers looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into mount! Oh, that's bad for Bobbertson!
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Summers looking to control and managing it successfully.
Bobbertson tries to hold on but Summers pushes him away.
Summers is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Bobbertson is surviving well by controlling Summers's body position as best he can.
Summers landing punches.
It looks like Bobby Bobbertson has been cut.
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!
Bobbertson can't escape the position.
Bobbertson is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Bobbertson throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Bobbertson is wriggling around trying to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Summers unloading with bombs!
Bobby Bobbertson's cut is getting worse.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bobbertson wants to hold on but Summers pushes him away.
Summers with a couple of short strikes.
Summers looking to control but Bobbertson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Summers has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Summers throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Bobbertson throwing hammer fists to the chest of Summers. What's that going to do exactly?
Bobbertson wants to hold on but Summers pushes him away.
Summers sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Summers is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Bobbertson is surviving well by controlling Summers's body position as best he can.
Summers throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Bobbertson because Summers loaded up on that one.
Bobbertson slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Summers working the head and body with strikes.
Bobbertson actively working from the bottom here.
Bobbertson is breathing heavily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bobbertson wants to improve his position but Summers is controlling well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bobbertson taking some punishment here, with Summers in his half guard.
Bobbertson is not content to let Summers control the position.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Bobbertson scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Summers manages to mount him!
Summers looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Bobbertson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Summers working the ground and pound effectively.
Summers blocks Bobbertson's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Summers with a couple of short strikes.
Bobby Bobbertson's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Summers thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Summers lands a heavy elbow.
Jeez, Bobby Bobbertson's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Bobby Bobbertson's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). David Summers!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Dom Fartch (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Marcellous Nikoteen (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
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220 lbs
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266 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Dom Fartch!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Marcellous Nikoteen!
The judges for this bout are Summer Carpenter, Steve Erwin and Donatello Bradman.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nikoteen gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Nikoteen is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Fartch is defending well for now.
Fartch prevents Nikoteen from breaking the clinch.
Fartch avoids the elbow strike from Nikoteen, against the cage.
Nikoteen is trying to drag Fartch to the mat but Fartch just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Nikoteen wants to break free but Fartch has control.
Fartch tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Nikoteen just stands there and leans against the cage.
Fartch has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Nikoteen is trying to keep an underhook but Fartch manages to get the takedown into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Nikoteen is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Fartch's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Fartch's back!
Fartch is holding onto Nikoteen's left hand, preventing any choke attempts.
Nikoteen working for the choke.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fartch preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Nikoteen.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Nikoteen working for the rear naked choke here. He's got one arm under but Fartch is defending well. A couple of punches soften him up though and Nikoteen has tightened the hold! This one could be all over! It is! Fartch taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Marcellous Nikoteen!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Cesar Portella (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ryan Mallone (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!
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275 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Cesar Portella!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
3 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Ryan Mallone!
The judges for this bout are Skip Squint, Donatello Bradman and Summer Carpenter.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mallone scores a takedown into full mount!
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Mallone takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Mallone tries to control but Portella wriggling away.
Mallone controlling the pace for now.
Mallone really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Portella. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Ryan Mallone has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Mallone shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mallone controlling the action here.
Mallone wants to control but Portella is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mallone looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
The ref calls for a clean break and stands the fighters back up. Ryan Mallone wasn't active enough on the ground.
Portella slaps away a takedown attempt from Mallone, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Mallone shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Portella pinned against the cage. Portella gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Portella shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mallone as he jumps to the side.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mallone misses with a takedown attempt
and Portella holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Cesar Portella has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ryan Mallone.
Portella drops down looking for an ankle pick but Mallone pulls his leg out and moves away.
Mallone shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Portella defends it nicely.
Mallone shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Mallone showed some decent athleticism there.
Portella slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mallone wants to control from the top but Portella keeps moving.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mallone stays in close to Portella's body and controls the position.
Mallone trying to control the position from guard on top but Portella is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mallone might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Portella kaven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Ryan Mallone has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Portella misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Mallone gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Portella counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mallone thinking.
Portella is breathing heavily.
Mallone drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Mallone wants to control but Portella is keeping him busy.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Portella struggling a bit here.
Portella trying to remain calm as Mallone controls from the top position.
Portella wants to control but Mallone postures up.
Portella might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
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!
Portella is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Mallone's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Portella is trying to stand.
Mallone trying to control the pace.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Portella actively working from the bottom here.
Mallone passes to full mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ryan Mallone dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Mallone dives in and grabs Portella's left leg, looking for a takedown. Portella pushes down on Mallone's head and hops out.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Portella.
Portella stuffs the takedown attempt from Mallone. Mallone gets slowly back to his feet.
Mallone fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Portella sprawls well initially but Mallone persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Mallone slows the pace down in half guard.
Mallone stalling away here and it's allowed Portella to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Mallone trying to control but Portella is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Portella is looking to stand up but Mallone isn't so interested in that idea.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mallone showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Ryan Mallone has got the better of the ground game so far.
The ref calls for a clean break and stands the fighters back up. Ryan Mallone wasn't active enough on the ground.
Mallone shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Portella is trying to defend but Mallone finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Well, if Mallone is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Portella is staying active underneath Mallone, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mallone trying to control the pace.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Ryan Mallone.
Mallone shoots in looking for a takedown. Portella tries to sprawl out of it but Mallone keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Portella manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Cesar Portella has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ryan Mallone.
Mallone closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Portella to the mat! Portella manages to get full guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mallone trying to control but Portella is working from the bottom.
Portella trying to control the position.
Mallone trying to control but Portella is working from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mallone not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Mallone trying to control but Portella is working from the bottom.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Ryan Mallone.
Mallone shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Portella but Portella pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Portella closes the distance and pushes Mallone back into the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Portella.
Portella manages to break the clinch.
Portella shoots in but Mallone avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Portella shoots in and gets a takedown into Mallone's guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mallone has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Portella off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Portella stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Portella wants it to stay on the feet.
Mallone drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Mallone is looking to take a break and control but Portella is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Portella keeps Mallone under control for a moment.
The referee asks Mallone politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Mallone prefers to stall for the moment though.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ryan Mallone showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
Portella displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Mallone.
Portella shoots for a takedown but Mallone saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Mallone throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Portella's waist but Portella gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Mallone off to one side.
Portella fails with the takedown.
Portella tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Mallone swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cesar Portella. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mallone drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Mallone controls the position from side control.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mallone is looking to take a break and control but Portella is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mallone staying calm.
Ryan Mallone has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Mallone scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Mallone wants to control but Portella is keeping him busy.
Portella being controlled for a moment.
Ryan Mallone is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mallone working away.
Mallone tries to move to mount but Portella blocks the move with his legs.
Mallone remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
OK we're going to have a standup here. Ryan Mallone hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.
Portella stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Portella wants it to stay on the feet.
Mallone shoots in looking for a takedown. Portella tries to sprawl out of it but Mallone keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Portella manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Cesar Portella has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Portella shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mallone as he jumps to the side.
Mallone shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Portella as he avoids it easily.
Mallone closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Mallone lands in his opponent's guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mallone looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Portella throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Mallone content to stall in guard here.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ryan Mallone comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Mallone winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 27:30
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 27:30
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ryan Mallone!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Ben Hall (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Mateus Gracie (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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200 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
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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
4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Ben Hall!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
6 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Mateus Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Eliza Hachem, Winston Howard and Skip Squint.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A looping hook to the body misses from Gracie. Hall does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gracie avoids a punch combination nicely.
Hall misses with a straight right.
Hall scores with a jab. Gracie acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Hall connects with a nice looking jab.
Hall looks to land a combination. Gracie sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Hall moves out of range of the leg kick from Gracie.
Hall lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Gracie with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Hall avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A looping hook to the body misses from Hall. Gracie does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gracie moves away from the strike by Hall.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hall. Gracie does a little dance to reset his feet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hall throws a right hand that Gracie ducks under and follows up with a left that Gracie also avoids with ease.
Gracie misses with a leg kick.
Hall uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gracie.
Hall gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Gracie to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Gracie is looking to work some ground and pound but Hall has wrist control.
Hall can't keep his opponent in guard - Gracie advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gracie not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Hall keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gracie sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hall defending well though.
Gracie is trying to work for a kimura but Hall is defending well.
Hall is in trouble now - Gracie has advanced to mount!
Gracie thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Gracie has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Hall's face.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gracie postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Hall looks a forlorn figure.
Hall suckers Gracie into throwing a sloppy strike and uses the momentum to reverse the position beautifully! Hall is now in Gracie's guard!
Hall stopping the sweep attempt from Gracie.
Hall has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Gracie is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Gracie is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hall is just riding it out for now. Gracie eventually gives up the hold.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gracie is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Gracie has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Gracie is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mateus Gracie dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Gracie misses with a wild body shot.
Hall throws a series of punches but Gracie avoids them all with ease.
A swing and a miss from Hall.
Gracie takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Hall checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Gracie misses with a double jab
and Hall counters with a left and a right that stings Gracie.
Hall misses with a wild combination.
Hall ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gracie moves away.
Ben Hall is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hall lands a nice shot that snaps Gracie's head back.
Gracie chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Hall is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Hall throws a hook but Gracie avoids it easily.
Ben Hall seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gracie misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hall.
Hall tries to bum rush Gracie with a series of wild strikes but Gracie uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Gracie throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gracie takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Gracie moves into the clinch.
Gracie lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Gracie is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hall has managed to free his arm - good work.
Gracie trying to pass the guard but Hall defending well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hall kicks off Gracie and gets to his feet.
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!
Hall defending well as Gracie loads up on a big left hand.
Hall clobbers Gracie with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Hall scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Hall checks a leg kick.
Gracie misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Gracie keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gracie gets the takedown into side control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hall takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Hall defending against the ground and pound.
Gracie wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Hall, who protects the arm well.
Gracie tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Hall is pushing Gracie's head away, looking to escape. Gracie manages to hold on to the position though.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hall is working to avoid the ground and pound but Gracie connects with a decent elbow.
Gracie has hold of Hall's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Hall tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Gracie cranks the arm and Hall screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Hall, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Mateus Gracie!
An intense looking Mateus Gracie took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'Gracie gets on the Mic and proclaims "Sam Axe...I know you are here watching!!! This is my first step in getting back what is mine, not yours!!! I will get my rematch soon and reclaim my title!!"'.
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Pascal Lesveque (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Shawn MacArthur (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
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197 lbs
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185 lbs
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Excellent boxer
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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
4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Pascal Lesveque!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
9 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Shawn MacArthur!
The judges for this bout are Winston Howard, Hugh Johnson and John Mangel.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lesveque's jab looks to have found its range, popping MacArthur under the eye.
MacArthur throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Lesveque's waist but Lesveque gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing MacArthur off to one side.
MacArthur moves in looking to clinch but Lesveque pushes him off.
Lesveque throws a body kick that misses.
MacArthur keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
MacArthur takes one to the side of the head.
Lesveque displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Lesveque keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
MacArthur uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lesveque.
Lesveque swings widly with a right hand
and MacArthur counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
MacArthur is just content to waste time from the top position. Lesveque takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
MacArthur trying to control but Lesveque is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lesveque has his hands on MacArthur's head, controlling the position.
Lesveque preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
MacArthur drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Lesveque dives on top into guard.
Lesveque knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for MacArthur on the ground.
Lesveque controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Lesveque has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
MacArthur had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lesveque defends it easily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
MacArthur looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lesveque got a little sloppy there for a moment and MacArthur has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lesveque has managed to get both his arms back between MacArthur's legs - danger averted.
MacArthur trying to keep a closed guard but Lesveque is proving a slippery customer.
Lesveque is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
MacArthur is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Lesveque throws an ugly left hook that misses
and MacArthur counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
MacArthur looking to pass the guard.
MacArthur trying to control the position from guard on top but Lesveque is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Shawn MacArthur has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
MacArthur doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Lesveque counters with a nice uppercut.
Pascal Lesveque has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shawn MacArthur.
Lesveque displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from MacArthur.
Lesveque is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
A clash of legs there as MacArthur blocks the low kick.
Lesveque throws a hook to the side of MacArthur's head but MacArthur sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shawn MacArthur dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
MacArthur tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Lesveque counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
MacArthur tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lesveque sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten MacArthur somewhat.
MacArthur is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Lesveque's half guard.
MacArthur is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lesveque is just riding it out for now. MacArthur eventually gives up the hold.
Lesveque is controlling MacArthur's position as best he can from this difficult position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
MacArthur is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
MacArthur tries to pass the half guard into mount. Lesveque knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Lesveque on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Lesveque tries to get out of the position.
MacArthur is looking for a kimura but Lesveque is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for MacArthur to get the leverage.
MacArthur is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
MacArthur is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lesveque has managed to free his arm - good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
MacArthur is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lesveque doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time MacArthur.
Shawn MacArthur has got the better of the ground game so far.
MacArthur is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Lesveque still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Lesveque has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
MacArthur can't do much from the bottom here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lesveque wants to stand but MacArthur is controlling his arm.
MacArthur sneaks back into half guard.
MacArthur looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
MacArthur wants to control but Lesveque is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MacArthur looking for submissions off his back.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
MacArthur trying to control from the bottom.
MacArthur looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
MacArthur controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
MacArthur pushes Lesveque off and gets back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shawn MacArthur showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
Lesveque defends well against a solid takedown attempt from MacArthur.
MacArthur moves out of range of the strikes.
Lesveque lands with a shot to the body.
MacArthur uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lesveque.
MacArthur slips under a jab from Lesveque.
Shawn MacArthur is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lesveque lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lesveque throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Nice shot by Lesveque.
Lesveque takes a swing at MacArthur's ribcage but misses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Lesveque, as that shot connected.
Horrible takedown by MacArthur or perhaps it was just good defense by Lesveque which made him look bad.
MacArthur changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Lesveque tries to avoid it but MacArthur manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Lesveque to the ground. Lesveque escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Pascal Lesveque has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shawn MacArthur.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lesveque scores with a hook.
Lesveque defends well against a solid takedown attempt from MacArthur.
Lesveque swings for the body but MacArthur moves out of range.
MacArthur is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lesveque sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Pascal Lesveque seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lesveque thows a body shot but no joy.
A low kick from Lesveque misses
and MacArthur counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
MacArthur seems to be working for a kimura but Lesveque defends the submission attempt.
MacArthur takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lesveque is defending against the submission attempts here by MacArthur.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lesveque wants to get back to full guard.
MacArthur seems to be looking for submissions.
MacArthur thows a huge punch but Lesveque dodges it nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lesveque tries to roll over but MacArthur keeps him under control.
MacArthur is working for a submission of some sort.
Lesveque regains full guard. Nicely done.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
MacArthur works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Lesveque is trying to control but MacArthur manages to pass to mount!
MacArthur thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
MacArthur trying to control but Lesveque is having none of it.
Lesveque is desperately trying to improve his position but MacArthur has a good base and remains in mount.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
MacArthur wants to control the pace but Lesveque is squirming around nicely.
MacArthur is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Lesveque has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Lesveque!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now MacArthur is on top in guard.
MacArthur has gone for a leg lock! Lesveque slips out almost immediately though and dives into MacArthur's guard.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Lesveque would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Pascal Lesveque.
I think MacArthur has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Winston Howard scores the fight 27:30
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Mangel scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shawn MacArthur!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Super Hans (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Louis Tecate (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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170 lbs
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170 lbs
3 - 1 - 0 |
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Counter striker
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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
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Super Hans!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Louis Tecate!
The judges for this bout are Skip Squint, Bruno Hogan and Hugh Johnson.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tecate staying out of range there.
Hans throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hans shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Tecate's guard.
Hans trying to move into half guard but instead Tecate has managed to sweep!
Hans has his foot on Tecate's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tecate works his way back into a safe position though.
Tecate wants to stand but Hans has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Hans working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tecate doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tecate manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hans is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tecate defends well.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tecate looking to pass the guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hans looking for a guillotine here but Tecate defends easily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hans is on top in guard.
Tecate keeping moving, preventing Hans from controlling successfully.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hans pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tecate is keeping the position for now.
Hansis looking to pass into half guard but Tecate pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Tecate is in guard.
Hans has his foot on Tecate's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tecate works his way back into a safe position though.
Hans working a defensive guard here.
Hans is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Hans working for a triangle but Tecate defends it easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hans looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Tecate has picked Hans up and slammed him! Hans can't keep hold of the triangle and Tecate manages to pass to side control!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hans struggling a bit here.
Tecate taking a break here but Hans is having none of it and regains half guard.
Hans is pressing down on Tecate's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Hans working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tecate doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tecate manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Tecate won't allow Hans to sweep him here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hans is working hard here to advance position.
Hans working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tecate doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tecate manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Tecate postures up.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Tecate won't allow Hans to sweep him here.
Tecate got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hans has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tecate has managed to get both his arms back between Hans's legs - danger averted.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Super Hans dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Hans shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in full mount! That's better than Hans was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Hans moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Tecate has worked his arm free - good work by Tecate!
Tecate wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hans working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Hans tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hans swings around for an armbar but Tecate sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Hans's guard.
Hans wants to stand and escape but Tecate is having none of it.
Hans is looking for a triangle but Tecate pushes his legs off easily.
Tecate preventing the sweep.
Hans throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hans working for a triangle but Tecate defends it easily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hans looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Tecate puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Hans tries to get to full guard but Tecate has control of the leg.
Tecate trying to mount his opponent but Hans defends it.
Hans is looking to improve his position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hans actively working from the bottom here.
Hans tries to roll over but Tecate keeps him under control.
Tecate wants to get back to his feet.
Hans is trying to get back to full guard.
Hans wants to get back to full guard but Tecate has passed into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hans tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tecate wants to stand but Hans has his arm trapped.
Hans tries to bench press Tecate off him but Tecate keeps the position.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Super Hans dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
Tecate takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Hans keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tecate takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Hans moves out of range of the strikes.
Tecate works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Louis Tecate is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Tecate scores a takedown into full mount!
Hans manages to regain half guard. Good work.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tecate seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hans does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hans is looking to escape.
Hans works his way to full guard. Good work.
Tecate is posturing up here but Hans has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Tecate tries to roll out but it's too tight and Tecate has to tap! Slick submission there by Hans!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Super Hans!
Super Hans decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Matt Bizzle (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Adam Axon (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Adam Axon has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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19
175 lbs
3 - 2 - 0 |
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180 lbs
5 - 3 - 0 |
BJJ Brown 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
3 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Matt Bizzle!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Adam Axon!
The judges for this bout are John Mangel, Donatello Bradman and Steve Erwin.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Axon swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Axon gets caught flat footed, as Bizzle shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Bizzle not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bizzle accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bizzle showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Axon utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Axon utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Bizzle trying to control but Axon is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bizzle is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Bizzle 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.
Bizzle wants to control from the top but Axon keeps moving.
Bizzle prevents Axon from getting back to his feet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bizzle pushing down on Axon's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Axon wants to get back to his feet.
Bizzle keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Bizzle has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Axon is pushing off trying to get to his feet. Bizzle has hold of the leg though and he's dropped back for a heel hook… has he got it?? YES! Axon is tapping! This fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Heel Hook). Matt Bizzle!
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Damian Miller (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tasmanian Devil (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Miller kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Daryle Singletary - Too much fun. Damian Miller could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Tasmanian Devil's chin.
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155 lbs
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163 lbs
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Solid boxing
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
6 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Damian Miller!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 1, fighting out of Sydney, Tasmanian Devil!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Hogan, Hugh Johnson and Steve Erwin.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Miller is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Devil.
It looks like Damian Miller has been cut.
Devil gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Devil being controlled here, momentarily.
Devil is looking for a triangle but Miller pushes his legs off easily.
Miller trying to control the position from guard on top but Devil is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Devil not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Devil throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Devil is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Miller is aware though and is defending well.
Miller is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Devil keeping full guard, as Miller tries to pass.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Miller prevents Devil from getting back to his feet.
Miller throwing strikes from guard but Devil blocks nicely.
Miller trying to control the position from guard on top but Devil is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Damian Miller.
Devil changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Miller tries to avoid it but Devil manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Miller to the ground. Miller escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Miller shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Devil manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Devil wants to stand but Miller is controlling the position.
Miller throwing strikes but missing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Devil keeping full guard, as Miller tries to pass.
Miller trying to control but Devil is working from the bottom.
Miller engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The ref stands the fighters back up because Damian Miller just wasn't active enough.
Devil stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Devil wants it to stay on the feet.
Devil lands a two punch combo.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Miller closes this distance looking for a takedown but Devil circles away.
Devil throws an overhand right that lands on Miller's shoulder, as Miller tries to avoid the shot.
Miller shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Devil pinned against the cage. Devil gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Damian Miller. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Miller has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Devil stuffs the takedown.
Miller throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Devil's waist but Devil gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Miller off to one side.
Devil falls off balance throwing a combination
and Miller counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Devil is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Miller has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Miller wants to pass the guard but Devil is keeping the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Devil keeping moving, preventing Miller from controlling successfully.
Devil had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Miller defends it easily.
Milleris looking to pass into half guard but Devil pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Devil is in guard.
Miller keeping moving, preventing Devil from controlling successfully.
Devil 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.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Miller trying to control the position.
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 Damian Miller will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Damian Miller's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Devil misses with an uppercut. Miller saw that one coming.
Miller tries to score a power double leg takedown but Devil sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Miller somewhat.
Miller fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Devil sprawls well initially but Miller persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Miller keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Devil tries to kick Miller off but Miller keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Miller slows the pace down in half guard.
The ref stands the fighters back up because Damian Miller just wasn't active enough.
Devil changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Miller tries to avoid it but Devil manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Miller to the ground. Miller escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Devil just misses with a punch to the body.
Devil shoots in but no luck this time.
No joy there for Miller, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Miller.
Miller is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Devil's half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Devil is refusing to be controlled, as Miller sits in half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Miller perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Devil is trying to stand up here but Miller is controlling him well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Miller in particular looking to stall.
The ref stands the fighters back up because Damian Miller just wasn't active enough.
Devil misses with a series of wild punches.
Devil swats away the attempt to clinch by Miller.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Devil tries to clinch but Miller moves out of range.
Miller changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Devil tries to avoid it but Miller manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Devil to the ground. Devil escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Damian Miller. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Miller moves into the clinch.
Miller is working for takedown but Devil is calmly controlling the position for now.
Miller has a couple of punches blocked by Devil.
Miller looking for a takedown.
Devil is trying to drag Miller to the mat but Miller just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Miller has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Devil avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Miller has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Devil is trying to keep an underhook but Miller manages to get the takedown into half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Devil actively working from the bottom here.
Devil wants to get back to his feet.
Devil is refusing to be controlled, as Miller sits in half guard.
Miller sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Devil is trying to stand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Miller takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
We're going to have a standup here because Damian Miller wasn't active enough for the referee's liking.
Miller tries to score a power double leg takedown but Devil sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Miller somewhat.
Miller shoots in for a takedown but Devil shows good takedown defense.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Damian Miller dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Damian Miller's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
Devil thows a body shot but no joy.
Devil throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Devil fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Miller manages to avoid it.
Miller tries to close the distance and clinch up but Devil swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Devil throws a jab but it's blocked by Miller.
Devil throws a left and a right that both miss
and Miller counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Miller lands a shoulder strike.
Devil is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Miller is keeping busy.
Miller works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Miller won't allow Devil to sweep him here.
Miller avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Miller trying to control the position from guard on top but Devil is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Devil is looking to stand up but Miller isn't so interested in that idea.
Miller content to stall in guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Miller wants to control from the top but Devil keeps moving.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Damian Miller.
Devil wants to clinch up but Miller keeps it at a distance.
No luck for Devil with that takedown attempt.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Miller shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Devil's guard.
Miller stands and throws Devil's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Miller just content to control the position.
Devil is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Miller knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Devil on the ground.
Miller trying to pass the guard but Devil defending well.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Devil is not content to let Miller control the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Miller stops Devil from getting back to his feet.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Devil tries to roll over but Miller keeps him under control.
Devil looks like he's trying to stand up.
Devil takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Miller stands up from half guard.
Devil throws a series of strikes that have Miller backpedaling.
Tasmanian Devil has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Miller has closed the distance and engaged Devil in a clinch.
Miller is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Devil gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Devil tries to score a body lock takedown but Miller shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Miller lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Devil or not.
Miller working aggressively here.
Miller is trying to trip Devil. He has hold of a leg but Devil is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Miller persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Devil is looking for a triangle but Miller pushes his legs off easily.
Miller passes into half guard.
Damian Miller is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Miller content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Devil looking for submissions off his back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Damian Miller showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Miller, 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 Bruno Hogan scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Damian Miller!
Damian Miller was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Jack The Ripper (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Buhju Banton (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Buhju Banton will no doubt be trying to keep this one on the feet, where he has a distinct advantage.
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Counter striker
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
3 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Jack The Ripper!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Buhju Banton!
The judges for this bout are Donatello Bradman, Skip Squint and Winston Howard.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Banton lands a nice shot to the body.
A left lands for Banton.
Banton misses with a body shot.
Banton scores with a body shot.
Banton throws a series of strikes that have The Ripper backpedaling.
The Ripper fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
The Ripper has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from The Ripper there as he acknowledges the shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Banton clobbers The Ripper with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Buhju Banton is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Good exchange - Banton coming out on top.
The Ripper fails with the takedown.
The Ripper takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
The Ripper fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack The Ripper. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice shot lands for Banton.
Banton has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Good shot there by Banton.
Banton cracks The Ripper with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The Ripper takes one to the side of the head.
The Ripper tries to move into range but Banton moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Banton punishes The Ripper's body with a nice straight punch.
The Ripper misses with a takedown
and Banton counters with a left and a right that stings The Ripper.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Banton lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Banton digs a good body shot into The Ripper's ribs.
Buhju Banton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A punch lands to the side of The Ripper 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Banton throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nice sprawl there from Banton as The Ripper shoots in.
The Ripper shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Banton defends it nicely.
Banton scores with a jab.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The Ripper looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Banton lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
The Ripper takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
The Ripper drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Buhju Banton dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
The crowd cheers as Banton lands an impressive looking overhand right. The Ripper doesn't seem phased though.
Banton has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Banton lands a nice hook to The Ripper's body. The Ripper takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Banton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Banton throws a body punch but The Ripper moves out of range.
Banton lands with a shot to the body.
Banton connects with a right hand. The Ripper shakes it off.
Banton lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Banton fakes high and swings low for a body shot but The Ripper manages to avoid it.
Buhju Banton seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The Ripper fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Banton!
Banton connects with a looping right hand.
Banton just misses with a punch to the body.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Banton looks to land a combination. The Ripper sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
The Ripper has a takedown stuffed.
The Ripper shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Banton keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack The Ripper. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Banton digs a good hook to The Ripper's body.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The Ripper lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
The Ripper on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Banton throws a shot to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Banton cracks The Ripper with an open hand slap.
A jab lands there for Banton.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The Ripper takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Jab by Banton.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Banton throws a good cross that connects.
Banton lands with a right hand.
Banton ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Banton fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Banton lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Banton lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but The Ripper circles away quickly and effectively.
Banton misses with a wild combination.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Buhju Banton showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
The Ripper takes one to the side of the head.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether The Ripper might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
The Ripper shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Banton as he jumps to the side.
Jack The Ripper is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Banton throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck The Ripper on the side of the head.
Nice sprawl there from Banton as The Ripper shoots in.
The Ripper takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
The Ripper tries to move into range but Banton moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
The Ripper shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Banton lands a glancing blow to the side of The Ripper's head.
A left and a right from Banton both land. Nice combination.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
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!
Banton lands a slapping body shot.
Banton connects with a right hand. The Ripper shakes it off.
Banton scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Banton dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The Ripper walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Banton scores with a jab to the head.
Banton lands with an overhand left.
Banton connects with a nice looking jab.
Banton ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Banton scores with a jab to the jaw.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The Ripper takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Banton scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Banton lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Banton thuds a left hand into The Ripper's body.
Jack The Ripper has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Banton lands a body shot.
The Ripper takes a shot to the body in his stride.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Banton avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The Ripper doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Banton stalks The Ripper and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into The Ripper's face. The Ripper staggers backwards, shaken.
Banton paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Banton fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Banton smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Buhju Banton is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Banton lands a body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Buhju Banton comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Banton winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 26:30
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 26:30
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Buhju Banton!
During a confident post fight interview, Buhju Banton thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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