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REF 55 - Hawking vs Saarinen PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Paulo Antonio (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Scott Silva (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Antonio comes to the cage accompanied by Wandeco Theme. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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170 lbs
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BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
Good chin |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Paulo Antonio!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Scott Silva!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Paulo Santos and Mauricio Rocha.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Antonio.
Silva breaks from the clinch.
Silva shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Antonio but Antonio pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Antonio looks to clinch
and Silva moves into the clinch.
Silva tries a body shot but Antonio blocks it.
Antonio is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Silva tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Antonio just stands there and leans against the cage.
Antonio lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Come on Antonio - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Antonio lands a nice uppercut.
Silva pulls guard effortlessly.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Antonio throws and elbow that misses. Silva uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Antonio's guard. Nice move by Silva!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Silva pushes down on Antonio's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Antonio on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Antonio tries to get out of the position.
Silva is trying to work for a kimura but Antonio is defending well.
Silva has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Antonio defend it? Silva steps over the head and cranks it - Antonio is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Silva!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Scott Silva!
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Jose Aldo (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Vladimir Matyushenko (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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151 lbs
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BJJ Purple 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
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Jose Aldo!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 1 - 1, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Vladimir Matyushenko!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Mauricio Rocha and Seu Braga.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Matyushenko gets caught flat footed, as Aldo shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Matyushenko had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Aldo defends it easily.
Matyushenko trying to keep a closed guard but Aldo is proving a slippery customer.
Matyushenko keeping moving, preventing Aldo from controlling successfully.
Matyushenko working a defensive guard but Aldo passes into half guard.
Matyushenko tries to get to full guard but Aldo has control of the leg.
Matyushenko looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Matyushenko is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Matyushenko has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Aldo escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Aldo!
Matyushenko is looking to regain half guard here but Aldo keeps moving and retains side control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Matyushenko can't do much from the bottom here.
Aldo tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Matyushenko tries to bench press Aldo off him but Aldo keeps the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Aldo decides to stand back up. Aldo steps back and let's Matyushenko get back to his feet.
Aldo tries for a takedown but Matyushenko sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Matyushenko takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Nice sprawl there from Aldo as Matyushenko shoots in.
Matyushenko shoots in but Aldo avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Aldo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A head kick misses from Aldo.
Aldo tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in the close the distance. Matyushenko manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Aldo throws a shot to the body.
Matyushenko drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Matyushenko throws a strike but Aldo rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aldo postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Aldo stands and throws Matyushenko's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Aldo is looking to take a break and control but Matyushenko is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Matyushenko is trying to control Aldo's posture but Aldo avoids it.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Matyushenko can do anything to dispel that myth.
Aldo stands up.
Aldo tries to clinch up but Matyushenko circles away and keeps his distance.
Matyushenko fails with the takedown
and Aldo counters with a two punch combo.
Jose Aldo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir Matyushenko.
Matyushenko shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Aldo to counter with a crisp jab.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Matyushenko shoots in but Aldo avoids the takedown attempt easily.
No joy there for Aldo, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Vladimir Matyushenko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Matyushenko takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Aldo moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Aldo tries for a takedown but Matyushenko sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Matyushenko fails with the takedown.
Aldo fails with the takedown.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Aldo is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Matyushenko's half guard.
Aldo wants to take a breather but Matyushenko is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jose Aldo 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.
Aldo displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Matyushenko.
Matyushenko shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Aldo pinned against the cage. Aldo gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
A head kick misses from Aldo.
Matyushenko avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Aldo looks for a takedown but Matyushenko sprawls well.
Aldo connects with a jab.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Aldo.
Matyushenko tries to score a power double leg takedown but Aldo sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Matyushenko somewhat.
Jose Aldo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir Matyushenko.
Aldo displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Matyushenko.
Jose Aldo is winning the standup battle so far.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Matyushenko dodges the punch combination from Aldo.
Matyushenko shoots in for a double leg but Aldo sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Aldo stuffs the takedown attempt from Matyushenko. Matyushenko gets slowly back to his feet.
Matyushenko looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Aldo is fending him off so far but Matyushenko persists. Nope, Aldo circles away and we're back to standing.
Aldo tries for a takedown but Matyushenko sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Matyushenko misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Aldo moves in looking to clinch but Matyushenko pushes him off.
Aldo fails with an attempt to clinch.
Matyushenko bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Aldo is trying to control Matyushenko's posture but Matyushenko avoids it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Matyushenko trying to control the position but Aldo is working away.
Jose Aldo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Matyushenko is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Aldo knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
You can see the frustration on Aldo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Matyushenko tries for a kimura but Aldo is defending well.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Matyushenko goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Aldo rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Matyushenko's guard! Nice work there by Aldo!
Aldo stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Matyushenko throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Aldo's waist but Aldo gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Matyushenko off to one side.
Aldo feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Matyushenko is breathing heavily.
Aldo pushes down on Matyushenko's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Aldo is trying to control the action in half guard but Matyushenko is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Aldo moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Matyushenko.
Matyushenko is not content to let Aldo control the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Aldo wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Matyushenko, who protects the arm well.
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!
Aldo is trying to get an arm triangle but Matyushenko is defending well.
Aldo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Matyushenko keeps working.
You can see the frustration on Matyushenko's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Aldo wants to control but Matyushenko is keeping him busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jose Aldo 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!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Matyushenko is defended easily by Aldo.
Aldo shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Matyushenko as he avoids it easily.
Aldo shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Matyushenko sprawls well. Matyushenko wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Aldo gets slowly back to his feet.
Aldo leaves Matyushenko with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Aldo shoots in and gets a takedown into Matyushenko's guard.
Matyushenko isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Aldo stacks Matyushenko on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Aldo!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Matyushenko is looking for a sweep.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Matyushenko is trying to control Aldo's posture but Aldo avoids it.
Matyushenko gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Matyushenko is trying to get back to full guard.
Aldo stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Matyushenko to get to his feet.
Aldo closes the distance and clinches up with Matyushenko, looking for a takedown. Aldo pushes Matyushenko against the cage but Matyushenko circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jose Aldo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Matyushenko shoots in but no luck this time.
Matyushenko takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Aldo looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Matyushenko wants to get back to full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Aldo keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Matyushenko regains full guard. Nicely done.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Matyushenko can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Aldo controls the pace.
Matyushenko is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Aldo defends well.
Aldo slips nicely into half guard.
Aldo tries to pass to full mount but Matyushenko defends it.
Matyushenko looking for submissions off his back.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Aldo uses his free foot to push down on Matyushenko's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Matyushenko.
Aldo trying to control but Matyushenko is having none of it.
Matyushenko wants to hold on but Aldo pushes him away.
Vladimir Matyushenko has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Aldo throwing strikes here but Matyushenko is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Aldo looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Matyushenko is trying to reverse the position but instead Aldo has taken his back - oops!
Aldo avoiding Matyushenko 's attempts to control his hands.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Matyushenko might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Aldo kaven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Aldo biding his time, controlling Matyushenko.
Aldo is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Aldo misses with a punch to 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!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Aldo keeps control of the position as Matyushenko tries to break free.
Aldo looking for the choke but no joy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jose Aldo showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Aldo has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 30:27
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 30:27
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jose Aldo!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Sakuraba Gracie (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Rob Kelly (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Gracie's entrance music is Gimme Shelter. A fine choice. Kelly has chosen R Kelly - Real talk as his entrance music. Rob Kelly is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.
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178 lbs
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Excellent boxer
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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
13 - 14 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Sakuraba Gracie!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Rob Kelly!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Alexandre Firmino and Paulo Santos.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kelly dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Gracie tries to clinch there but Kelly circles away.
Rob Kelly seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gracie is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kelly sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Kelly keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gracie.
Gracie takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Gracie avoids the body shot from Kelly.
Kelly connects with a good right hand that stumbles Gracie. Gracie circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kelly ducks under a wild hook from Gracie.
Kelly dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Gracie misses the shot to the body.
Kelly lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kelly scores with a hook to the body. Gracie takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kelly steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gracie.
Gracie tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Gracie misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kelly.
Kelly misses with a wild body shot.
Gracie throws a poor cross that misses
and Kelly counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Decent striking displayed by Kelly there.
Kelly cracks Gracie with a right hand to the side of the head.
Gracie throws out a loose jab but Kelly uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kelly bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Gracie's head.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Good standup being displayed there by Kelly as he connects with a hook.
A big left from Kelly misses.
Gracie drops his hands momentarily and Kelly takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Gracie ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kelly moves away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gracie steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kelly.
Kelly throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gracie sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kelly uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gracie.
Kelly is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Gracie had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Left hook, right uppercut from Kelly.
Gracie takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kelly jabbing away but nothing is landing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kelly lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Gracie is rocked!
Gracie moves out of range as Kelly strikes.
Oh Gracie is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kelly lands a nice hook to Gracie's body. Gracie takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Gracie seems to have got his legs back now.
A big right from Kelly misses.
Kelly throws a looping overhand right but Gracie ducks down to avoid it.
Gracie gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kelly cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Gracie throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Gracie has closed the distance and engaged Kelly in a clinch.
Kelly throws a punch but it's blocked by Gracie.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kelly breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kelly scores with a punch to the head.
Kelly thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kelly looks to land a combination but Gracie avoids it well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kelly connects with a single shot there.
Kelly throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kelly throws a lazy right hand but Gracie sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gracie slips under a jab from Kelly.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kelly scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kelly scores with a one two! Gracie had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rob Kelly dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Kelly scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Gracie doesn't seem bothered though.
Gracie lands a slapping body shot.
Kelly sizes up Gracie with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kelly tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gracie was well out of range. Poor timing from Kelly.
Kelly throws a body punch but Gracie moves out of range.
Gracie misses with a body shot.
Kelly misses with a series of wild punches.
Kelly misses with a wild body shot.
Gracie looks to score with a jab to the body but Kelly is just out of range.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gracie with a lazy takedown attempt
and Kelly counters with a stiff right hand.
Kelly avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nice defenses there by Kelly.
Gracie with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kelly to score with a decent uppercut.
Gracie takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Gracie waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kelly.
Kelly throws a jab when Gracie was well out of range.
Gracie slips a jab and a cross from Kelly.
Gracie misses with a head kick.
Rob Kelly is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gracie lands a nice looking kick to the body. Kelly takes a step back to recover.
Kelly connects with a body shot.
A punch lands to the side of Gracie 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kelly falls off balance throwing a combination
and Gracie counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Gracie fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kelly with a jab.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kelly is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gracie.
Kelly misses with a straight right.
Kelly connects with a jab.
Gracie throws a sloppy head kick and Kelly moves out of range easily.
Kelly misses with a hook. Gracie ducked under it nicely.
Gracie shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kelly but Kelly pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sakuraba Gracie. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kelly ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gracie swings for the body but Kelly moves out of range.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gracie fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kelly throws a hook to the side of Gracie's head but Gracie sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Gracie takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Gracie throws a looping overhand right but Kelly ducks down to avoid it.
Jab from Kelly.
Kelly lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kelly pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Gracie lands a nice looking body shot.
Gracie fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kelly manages to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rob Kelly showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
Kelly lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Nice defenses there by Kelly.
Gracie looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Gracie scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Jab from Kelly.
Gracie fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kelly misses with the combination.
Gracie goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Gracie misses with an uppercut.
Kelly connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kelly looks to land a right hand but Gracie moved out of range.
Kelly throws out a loose jab but Gracie uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gracie dives in and grabs Kelly's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kelly pushes down on Gracie's head and hops out.
Kelly keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kelly throws a left and a right that both miss
and Gracie counters with a single leg into guard. Kelly didn't expect that.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Kelly pulls Gracie in to control the position.
Kelly wants to stand up but Gracie is controlling him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kelly manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Gracie manages to get himself to full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kelly wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving.
Gracie not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gracie working for a triangle but Kelly defends it easily.
Kelly is in close to Gracie's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Kelly got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gracie has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kelly has managed to get both his arms back between Gracie's legs - danger averted.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kelly content to stall in guard here.
Gracie had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kelly defends it easily.
Kelly looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Gracie is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kelly is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Sakuraba Gracie has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Rob Kelly.
Jab, jab by Kelly - just one landing.
Kelly lands the left hand.
Rob Kelly is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kelly might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kelly tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gracie was well out of range. Poor timing from Kelly.
Gracie misses with a straight right.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rob Kelly comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kelly 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 Edson Gomes scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rob Kelly!
A very excited looking Rob Kelly made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Zidane Sephiroth (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jorge Dennis (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Dennis has chosen Bark at the moon as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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165 lbs
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178 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
11 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Zidane Sephiroth!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Jorge Dennis!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Emerson Jorge and Paulo Santos.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dennis darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Sephiroth pushes Dennis off looking to stand but Dennis dives back in and keeps control.
Sephiroth is staying active underneath Dennis, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Dennis controlling the action here.
Sephiroth wants to get back to his feet.
Dennis sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Sephiroth defending well though.
Dennis seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sephiroth does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Sephiroth pushes Dennis off looking to stand but Dennis dives back in and keeps control.
Dennis performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Jorge Dennis has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Sephiroth fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Dennis sprawls well initially but Sephiroth persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dennis looking for submissions off his back.
Sephiroth works his way into full mount!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sephiroth prevents Dennis from getting the reversal.
Sephiroth moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Dennis has worked his arm free - good work by Dennis!
Dennis is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Sephiroth off and has taken his back!
Sephiroth has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Dennis.
Dennis tightening his grip on Sephiroth, looking for the choke.
Sephiroth looking to stop the rear naked choke attempt by controlling the hands.
Sephiroth is keeping busy.
Sephiroth is trying to get back to his feet but Dennis has full control of the position and if anything, Sephiroth has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Well, with Dennis on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Sephiroth is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dennis lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Dennis.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dennis lands strikes to the head.
Dennis keeps control of the position easily here as Sephiroth tries to buck him off.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Dennis's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Sephiroth really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Sephiroth is trying to stand back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dennis tries to get the hooks in deep but Sephiroth pushed the leg off.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sephiroth is trapped and Dennis is scoring with shots to the head and body.
Sephiroth is trying to get back to his feet but Dennis has full control of the position and if anything, Sephiroth has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Sephiroth is looking to stand back up. He's having to work hard to escape but eventually he manages it.
Dennis misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dennis shoots in looking for a takedown but Sephiroth manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dennis's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Dennis thuds a left hand into Sephiroth's body.
Dennis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sephiroth was well out of range. Poor timing from Dennis.
Sephiroth dives in and scores a takedown into Dennis's guard.
Dennis pulls Sephiroth in close to his closed guard and prevents Sephiroth from doing any damage or advancing position.
Sephiroth knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dennis on the ground.
Dennis lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Sephiroth!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sephiroth tries to buck Dennis off but he can't manage it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Dennis lands a nice shot to the head.
Dennis thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Dennis working the ground and pound effectively.
Dennis tries to control but Sephiroth wriggling away.
Sephiroth tries to buck Dennis off but he can't manage it.
Dennis dominating with strikes here.
Sephiroth is rocked!
Dennis landing shots from mount.
Oh Sephiroth is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sephiroth is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
Dennis lands a big shot there that rocks Sephiroth but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Dennis postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Sephiroth in real trouble here! The ref calls for Sephiroth to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jorge Dennis!
A relieved looking Jorge Dennis thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Tim Conner (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jack Tequila (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Conner might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Godsmack - Time Bomb. Tequila has chosen Skank - Jackie Tequila as his entrance music. The fight MMA fans around the world have waited their entire lives for!
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182 lbs
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179 lbs
6 - 1 - 0 |
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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
11 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Tim Conner!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
6 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Jack Tequila!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Thiago Cunha and Luis Engracia.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tequila throws a big shot that misses.
Tequila lands a nice shot to the body.
Tequila moves out of range of the strikes.
Tequila moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Nice cross by Tequila.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tequila.
Tequila misses with a body shot.
Conner tries to land a leg kick but Tequila saw it coming and moves away.
Conner misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tequila clinches.
Tequila misses with a punch to the body.
Conner misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Conner fails to land.
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!
Conner has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Conner misses with a short punch on the inside.
Conner can't find room to land a body shot as Tequila controls the action.
Tequila struggles to land a body shot inside as Conner controls his hands.
Conner can't find room to land a body shot as Tequila controls the action.
Conner misses with the head strike.
Conner working aggressively here.
Tequila lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Conner misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Conner tries to throw a body punch but Tequila avoids it by throwing Conner back against the cage.
Tequila tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tequila controlling the action here for a moment.
Conner breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tequila rushes Conner and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tequila lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Conner tries to work over Tequila's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Conner tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Tequila.
Conner breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Conner buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Conner jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Conner takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A cross from Tequila lands.
Tim Conner seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Conner cracks Tequila with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tequila throws a leg kick that misses.
Conner fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Conner thuds a left hand into Tequila's body.
Conner throws a one two combo.
Conner throws an off balance right hand
and Tequila counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tequila lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Conner throws a hook but Tequila blocks it.
Tequila tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Conner was well out of range. Poor timing from Tequila.
Conner has closed the distance and engaged Tequila in a clinch.
Tequila lands a left hand that snaps the head of Conner backwards.
Conner has a couple of punches blocked by Tequila.
Conner swings wildly with an uppercut but Tequila uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tequila avoiding damage.
Tequila tries to work over Conner's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tequila fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Conner prevents a body shot from Tequila.
Conner blocking some punches.
Conner tries to throw a body punch but Tequila avoids it by throwing Conner back against the cage.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Tequila has a couple of punches blocked by Conner.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Tequila lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Conner misses with a punch to the body.
Tequila softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jack Tequila dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Conner motions for Tequila to come forward. Conner throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
An inside leg kick from Tequila misses.
A swing and a miss from Tequila.
Decent striking displayed by Tequila there.
Tequila misses with a straight right.
Tequila is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Conner cracks Tequila with a good jab.
Nice defenses there by Conner.
Jack Tequila seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Conner misses with a series of wild punches.
Tequila misses with an uppercut.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A bone on bone clash there as Conner blocks the leg kick.
Conner's corner calls for a 1-2. Conner obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Conner throws a leg kick but Tequila moved away.
A chopping leg kick lands by Conner.
Conner fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tequila looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Conner misses the shot to the body.
Tequila scores with a jab to the body.
Tequila uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Conner.
Conner throws the left hand but Tequila avoids the punch easily.
Conner is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tequila.
Tequila misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Conner.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters circling - Tequila throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Conner misses with a body kick.
Conner throws a head kick that misses.
Tequila throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tequila feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Conners jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Tequila throws a shot from downtown. Conner moves away and avoids it.
Conner throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Conner clinches with his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Conner lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Conner is trying to break free.
Conner is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Conner doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tequila scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tequila tries to work over Conner's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Conner.
Tequila looking to slow down the pace here.
Tequila lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tequila blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Conner prevents a body shot from Tequila.
Conner lands a shot to the body.
Tequila tries to throw a body punch but Conner avoids it by throwing Tequila back against the cage.
Tequila lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Conner backwards.
Conner misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tequila scores with a shot to the side of Conner's head.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tequila.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tequila.
Conner fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Conner tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tequila presses Conner against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tequila misses with a punch to the body.
Tequila blocks an uppercut.
Conner misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Conner tries to break free but Tequila pushes him back against the cage.
Jack Tequila seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tequila lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Conner backwards.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Tequila tries to work over Conner's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Conner tries to throw a body punch but Tequila avoids it by throwing Conner back against the cage.
Tequila lands with a right to the head.
Conner throws a head punch that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Jack Tequila will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
Tequila lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Tequila.
Tequila moves out of range as Conner strikes.
Conner throws a combination that misses
and Tequila counters with a leg kick.
Conner is looking to chop away at Tequila's legs.
Tequila throws a leg kick that misses.
Conner misses with a left hand
and Tequila counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
A looping hook to the body misses from Conner. Tequila does a little dance to reset his feet.
Conner's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tequila under the eye.
Tequila tries to keep at a distance but Conner has taken the fight into the clinch.
Conner has a couple of punches blocked by Tequila.
Conner throws a punch but it's blocked by Tequila.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Conner tries a body shot but Tequila blocks it.
A short right from Conner.
Tequila goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Conner doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Conner taking a breather.
Tequila goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tequila has Conner pressed against the cage, preventing Conner from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Tequila blocks a body shot from Conner.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tequila.
Conner stalling.
Conner tries a body shot but Tequila blocks it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tequila.
Tequila tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tequila tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Conner can't find room to land a body shot as Tequila controls the action.
Tequila lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tequila stalls.
Conner misses with a body punch.
A short uppercut from Tequila.
Tequila misses with a punch to the body.
Tequila stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Conner misses with a short punch on the inside.
Conner tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tequila's elbow.
Conner is trying to break the clinch but Tequila has him pressed against the cage.
Conner misses with a hook from the clinch.
Conner is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tequila struggles to land a body shot inside as Conner controls his hands.
Tequila lands with a right to the head.
Conner misses with the head strike.
Conner lands a body punch in the clinch.
Conner lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tequila working aggressively here.
Conner wants to break the clinch but can't.
Tequila lands a right hand.
Conner misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tequila lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Conner or not.
Tim Conner has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tequila manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Conner tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tequila digs a right hand into Conner's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Conner's gas tank.
Conner effectively controlling the action here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Conner tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tequila's elbow.
Tequila is leaning against Conner and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tequila working aggressively here.
Tequila tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Conner's elbow.
A short uppercut from Tequila.
Conner misses with some punches.
Tequila lands with a short shot to the head.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Conner blocking some punches.
A short right from Tequila on the inside.
Conner misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Conner fails to land.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jack Tequila comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Tequila 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 Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 27:30
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 28:30
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jack Tequila!
A very excited looking Jack Tequila made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Joe The KO Man (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Julian Reis (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Julian Reis has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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163 lbs
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160 lbs
3 - 0 - 0 |
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Excellent MT
Big right hand |
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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
5 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Joe The KO Man!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Julian Reis!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Thiago Cunha and Paulo Santos.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
The KO Man jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Reis walks into a stiff left hand from The KO Man.
The KO Man displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Reis.
The KO Man loads up on a big right hand but Reis slips the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reis shoots for a double leg takedown but The KO Man sprawls well. He's pushed Reis's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
The KO Man scores with a nice right hand.
That's one minute gone in the round.
The KO Man connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Reis shoots in but The KO Man avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Joe The KO Man has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Julian Reis.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Reis is defended easily by The KO Man.
Julian Reis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A swing and a miss from The KO Man.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Reis shoots in looking for a takedown but The KO Man manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Reis's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Reis shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. The KO Man defends it nicely.
Reis fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Reis misses with a takedown
and The KO Man counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Reis dives in and grabs The KO Man's left leg, looking for a takedown. The KO Man pushes down on Reis's head and hops out.
Reis looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? The KO Man is fending him off so far but Reis persists. Nope, The KO Man circles away and we're back to standing.
Reis looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Reis is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, The KO Man has managed to free his arm - good work.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The KO Man tries to kick Reis off but Reis keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Reis is looking for a kimura but The KO Man is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Reis to get the leverage.
Reis is looking for a kimura but The KO Man is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Reis to get the leverage.
Reis is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for The KO Man!
Reis is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But The KO Man has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from The KO Man!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Reis looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Reis is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Reis is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Julian Reis dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
Reis shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has The KO Man pinned against the cage. The KO Man gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
The KO Man lands with a hook. Reis tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reis closes the distance and clinches up with The KO Man, looking for a takedown. Reis pushes The KO Man against the cage but The KO Man circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Reis shoots for a takedown but The KO Man saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Joe The KO Man has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Julian Reis.
Reis with a poor takedown
and The KO Man counters with a straight right hand.
Reis fails to land the takedown.
No luck for Reis with that takedown attempt.
Reis misses with a takedown
and The KO Man cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Reis shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as The KO Man sprawls well. The KO Man wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Reis gets slowly back to his feet.
Reis misses with a takedown
and The KO Man counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Reis thinking.
Reis is breathing heavily.
The KO Man scores with a sloppy right hand. Reis should have avoided that one.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The KO Man scores with a sloppy right hand. Reis should have avoided that one.
Reis shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in full mount! That's better than Reis was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Reis jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… The KO Man is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by The KO Man and Reis has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Reis looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Reis prevents The KO Man from escaping the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Reis is trying to get an arm triangle but The KO Man is defending well.
The KO Man is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Reis is controlling him well.
Reis tries to move to mount but The KO Man blocks the move with his legs.
Reis is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but The KO Man is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
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!
Reis goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, The KO Man rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Reis's guard! Nice work there by The KO Man!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Julian Reis showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! The KO Man's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
The KO Man misses with a double jab.
Reis has his takedown stuffed
and The KO Man counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
The KO Man stuffs the takedown attempt from Reis. Reis gets slowly back to his feet.
The KO Man swings for the body but Reis moves out of range.
Reis looks for a takedown but The KO Man sprawls well.
Joe The KO Man has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Julian Reis.
Reis shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with The KO Man but The KO Man pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Reis dives in and grabs The KO Man's left leg, looking for a takedown. The KO Man pushes down on Reis's head and hops out.
The KO Man is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
The KO Man lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Reis at a distance.
The KO Man bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Reis's head backwards.
Reis ducks under a wild hook from The KO Man.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by The KO Man!
The KO Man's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and The KO Man duly obliges.
Reis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as The KO Man throws out the jab.
Reis takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Reis fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The KO Man defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Reis.
Reis misses with a takedown attempt - The KO Man sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Reis takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A left lands for The KO Man.
And that's the end of the fight!
Joe The KO Man showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Reis 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 Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 28:29
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Julian Reis!
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Ferdinand Hardnegger (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Dog Penn (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Hardnegger's entrance music is Iron Maiden - Fear Of The Dark . A fine choice. Dog Penn will no doubt be trying to keep this one on the feet, where he has a distinct advantage.
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23
165 lbs
8 - 2 - 0 |
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Excellent boxer
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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
5 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Ferdinand Hardnegger!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Dog Penn!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Paulo Santos and Alexandre Firmino.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Penn lands with a shot to the body.
Hardnegger fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Penn avoids it really well and circles away.
Hardnegger shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Penn defends it nicely.
Penn moves into the clinch successfully.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Penn takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Penn misses with a punch to the body.
Penn unloads a knee to the mid-section.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Penn using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Hardnegger has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Penn's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Knees to the body from Penn.
Penn unloads a knee to the mid-section.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Hardnegger drops down looking for an ankle pick but Penn pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ferdinand Hardnegger. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Penn throws a low kick but Hardnegger moves out of range easily.
Dog Penn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Penn swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Hardnegger counters with a single leg into guard. Penn didn't expect that.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Penn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Penn is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dog Penn has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Penn tries to close the distance and clinch but Hardnegger swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hardnegger with a poor takedown
and Penn cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Penn tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hardnegger paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Penn connects with a right hand. Hardnegger shakes it off.
Hardnegger darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Hardnegger swats away the attempt to clinch by Penn.
Penn fails in his attempt to clinch.
Penn wants to clinch.
Hardnegger tries to keep at a distance but Penn has taken the fight into the clinch.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Penn lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hardnegger backwards.
Hardnegger gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Hardnegger working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Penn keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Hardnegger sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Penn defending well though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dog Penn dominated that round.
That's time! Hardnegger's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Penn is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hardnegger.
Penn tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hardnegger swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Penn tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hardnegger paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Penn just misses with a punch to the body.
Penn fails with an attempt to clinch.
Penn gets a clinch.
Hardnegger gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Penn desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Penn really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hardnegger. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
That's one minute gone in the round.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Dog Penn.
Hardnegger shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Penn as he avoids it easily.
Penn darts in and clinches Hardnegger up against the cage.
Penn throws a knee to the head but misses.
Penn with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Penn effectively controlling the action here.
Hardnegger drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Penn gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Penn goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hardnegger blocks an uppercut.
Hardnegger changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Penn fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ferdinand Hardnegger. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Penn is looking to clinch but Hardnegger is avoiding it.
Hardnegger circles away from the clinch attempt.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Penn tries to clinch but Hardnegger moves out of range.
Penn tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in the close the distance. Hardnegger manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Penn misses with a hook.
Ferdinand Hardnegger is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hardnegger fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Penn smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Penn tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hardnegger looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Penn's jab looks to have found its range, popping Hardnegger under the eye.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Penn fails in his attempt to clinch.
Hardnegger dodges the punch combination from Penn.
Penn tries to clinch up.
Penn looks to clinch
and Hardnegger counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Penn wants to get back to his feet but Hardnegger is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Penn uses the cage to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dog Penn showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Hardnegger takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Penn throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hardnegger shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Hardnegger showed some decent athleticism there.
Penn kicks Hardnegger off and gets back to his feet.
Hardnegger keeps the fight on the outside.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Penn lands a jab.
Dog Penn seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Penn is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Hardnegger tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Penn swivels and escapes.
Hardnegger takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A jab lands there for Penn.
Hardnegger is trying hard to land a takedown here. Penn sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Hardnegger shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Penn sprawls well. Penn wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hardnegger gets slowly back to his feet.
Dog Penn is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ferdinand Hardnegger. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Penn tries to clinch up but Hardnegger circles away and keeps his distance.
Penn with a hook.
Penn with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Hardnegger keeps the fight on the outside.
Penn is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Penn throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Penn tries to clinch but Hardnegger is having none of it.
Hardnegger walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Penn tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in the close the distance. Hardnegger manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Penn is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Penn fails in his attempt to clinch.
A jab from Penn does it's job there.
Hardnegger blocks a jab.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Penn scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Penn just misses with a punch to the body.
Hardnegger shoots for a double leg takedown but Penn sprawls well. He's pushed Hardnegger's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Penn is looking to clinch.
Ferdinand Hardnegger has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hardnegger drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Penn tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Penn is on top in guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dog Penn comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Penn 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 Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dog Penn!
After winning the bout, Dog Penn thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Marco Aurelio (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and David Bowie (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Aurelio comes to the cage accompanied by Iron Man. The crowd seem to be enjoying Bowie's choice of entrance music: Sound and vision. Both these guys have solid standup skills and neither is particularly fantastic on the ground, so let's hope for a nice standup war!
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201 lbs
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184 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
8 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Marco Aurelio!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, David Bowie!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Luis Engracia and Matheus Silva.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Aurelio tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Aurelio scores with the left hand. Bowie knows he should have avoided that one.
No joy there for Aurelio, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Aurelio on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Aurelio jabs away that one connects to the head of his opponent.
Aurelio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Aurelio misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Aurelio thows a body shot but no joy.
A punch combination from Bowie misses.
Bowie cracks the inside of Aurelio's front leg.
Aurelio misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bowie slips under a jab.
Bowie throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Aurelio counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bowie throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Aurelio.
Bowie fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bowie tries to close the distance and clinch but Aurelio swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Aurelio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Aurelio ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Aurelio swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bowie misses with a two punch combination.
Bowie scores with a jab.
Aurelio thows a body shot but no joy.
Aurelio swats away the attempt to clinch by Bowie.
Bowie looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Aurelio uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bowie.
Bowie looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bowie lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Aurelio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bowie manages to avoid it.
Aurelio on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bowie. Bowie obviously looking to wear him down.
Bowie misses with a hook. Aurelio ducked under it nicely.
Aurelio is looking to slow Bowie down with leg kicks.
Bowie is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nice jab there from Aurelio.
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!
Bowie tries to score with a low kick but Aurelio moves his leg out of the way.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Aurelio bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Bowie tries to bum rush Aurelio with a series of wild strikes but Aurelio uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bowie throws a nice looking combination but Aurelio bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bowie throws the left hand but Aurelio avoids the punch easily.
Aurelio looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bowie scores with a crisp jab that stopped Aurelio in his tracks.
Bowie moves out of range as Aurelio strikes.
Aurelio does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Bowie takes one on the button.
Bowie looks for the body kick but Aurelio saw that one coming.
Bowie throws a head kick that misses.
Bowie misses with a wild combination.
Bowie throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Aurelio with a nice cross.
Aurelio scores with a punch to the head.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bowie tries to clinch but Aurelio is having none of it.
Aurelio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Aurelio throws a hook but Bowie blocks it.
Bowie connects with a looping right hand.
Bowie throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Aurelio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bowie manages to avoid it.
Bowie is looking to clinch.
Aurelio avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bowie uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Aurelio.
Aurelio throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bowie sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bowie tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in the close the distance. Aurelio manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bowie misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bowie tries to close the distance and clinch up but Aurelio swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Aurelio scores with a jab to the body.
Aurelio is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Aurelio scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Aurelio waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bowie.
Bowie on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bowie looks gassed!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Aurelio throws a shot to the body.
Aurelio scores with a jab. Bowie acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bowie pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Aurelio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bowie was well out of range. Poor timing from Aurelio.
Aurelio misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bowie takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Aurelio scores with a decent looking hook.
A combination from Bowie does no damage.
Bowie misses with a double jab.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Aurelio swinging wildly here.
Bowie fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Aurelio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marco Aurelio dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Bowie throws a body kick that misses.
Bowie misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Aurelio digs a good hook to Bowie's body.
Aurelio feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bowies jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Aurelio waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bowie.
Bowie wants to clinch.
Bowie misses with a combination
and Aurelio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bowie uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Aurelio.
Bowie checks a leg kick.
Aurelio throws a one two combo.
David Bowie is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bowie throws a hook to the side of Aurelio's head but Aurelio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bowie doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bowie throws a nice looking combination but Aurelio bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bowie takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bowie is breathing heavily.
Aurelio blocks a low kick nicely.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bowie throws a lazy uppercut
and Aurelio counters with a nice uppercut.
Aurelio stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Bowie is rocked!
Bowie throws a nice looking combination but Aurelio bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bowie is still on wobbly legs! Can Aurelio finish him?
Bowie takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bowie seems to have recovered his senses.
Aurelio motions for Bowie to come forward. Aurelio throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
No joy there for Aurelio, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bowie wants to clinch
and Aurelio makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bowie tries to clinch but Aurelio is having none of it.
Nice uppercut lands for Aurelio. That snapped Bowie's head back.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bowie throws a sloppy head kick and Aurelio moves out of range easily.
Bowie pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Aurelio lands with an uppercut that bounces Bowie off the cage and back into range.
A head kick misses from Aurelio.
Aurelio scores with a jab. Bowie acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bowie fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bowie moves out of range of the body kick from Aurelio.
Aurelio misses with a low kick.
Aurelio throws the kick towards the body but Bowie avoids it.
Bowie instigates a clinch.
Aurelio pressing his opponent against the cage.
A short right from Aurelio on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Aurelio.
Aurelio lands an uppercut.
Aurelio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Aurelio on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bowie. Bowie obviously looking to wear him down.
Bowie lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bowie pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bowie wants to clinch up but Aurelio keeps it at a distance.
Bowie avoids a punch combination nicely.
Aurelio misses with the combination.
Marco Aurelio is winning the standup battle so far.
Bowie motions for Aurelio to come forward. Bowie throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bowie throws a right hand that Aurelio ducks under and follows up with a left that Aurelio also avoids with ease.
Aurelio just misses with a punch to the body.
Aurelio throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Aurelio takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bowie misses with an attempted mid kick.
Good shot there by Aurelio.
Bowie gets in close and instigates a clinch.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Aurelio throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bowies head.
Bowie looking to throw knees to the head but Aurelio is blocking nicely.
Bowie misses with a knee strike.
Bowie is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Aurelio is defending well for now.
Bowie with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Bowie has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bowie is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Aurelio is keeping busy.
Aurelio manages to break the clinch.
Bowie tries to clinch but Aurelio moves out of range.
Bowie attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Aurelio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Aurelio lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A slow jab from Bowie misses its intended target.
Bowie throws a right and a left that both miss.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marco Aurelio dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
Bowie throws a right and a left that both miss.
Aurelio throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bowie throws a series of punches but Aurelio moves out of range.
A slow jab from Bowie misses its intended target.
Bowie dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Aurelio. That did some damage!
Aurelio throws the left hand but Bowie avoids the punch easily.
Aurelio misses with an uppercut
and Bowie counters with a left to the body.
Bowie ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bowie plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Bowie on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Aurelio throws a solid leg kick but Bowie takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Aurelio.
Bowie blocks a jab.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Aurelio misses with a straight right.
Aurelio on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bowie. Bowie obviously looking to wear him down.
Aurelio connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Aurelio takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Aurelio loads up on a big right hand but Bowie slips the punch.
Bowie avoids the head kick by Aurelio.
Bowie tries to clinch but Aurelio is having none of it.
Bowie slips a jab and a cross from Aurelio.
Bowie cracks the inside of Aurelio's front leg.
Aurelio takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bowie tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Aurelio needs to keep his hands up - Bowie had a free shot at his head there.
Bowie is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Aurelio.
Bowie throws a sloppy head kick and Aurelio moves out of range easily.
Aurelio tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Aurelio moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bowie is looking to clinch but Aurelio is avoiding it.
Aurelio with a body punch. A glancing blow.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bowie feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Aurelio's calf.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bowie looks to land a combination but Aurelio avoids it well.
Bowie looks to land a left hand but Aurelio moved out of range nicely.
Aurelio will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bowie fails to land with a series of punches.
Bowie misses with a looping right.
Bowie throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Aurelio makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bowie takes one on the button.
Bowie takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Aurelio avoids the body shot from Bowie.
Bowie tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bowie throws a head kick that misses.
Bowie walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Aurelio.
Aurelio is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Aurelio with a hook.
Bowie looks to land a combination but Aurelio avoids it well.
Aurelio lands a slapping body shot.
Aurelio lands with a shot to the body.
Aurelio paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Aurelio lands with a good body shot.
Aurelio lands a slapping body shot.
Aurelio misses with a wild body shot.
Bowie swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bowie ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
No joy there for Bowie, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nice uppercut lands for Aurelio. That snapped Bowie's head back.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bowie is looking to clinch.
Bowie avoids a punch combination nicely.
Aurelio scores with a jab to the body.
David Bowie has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bowie throws a jab when Aurelio was well out of range.
Nice cross by Aurelio.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bowie throws a head kick that misses.
Marco Aurelio is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Bowie fails in his attempt to clinch.
An inside leg kick lands from Bowie.
Bowie finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Aurelio pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Bowie back to the cage. Aurelio follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Bowie misses with a double jab
letting Aurelio counter with a right hand.
Bowie throws the kick towards the body but Aurelio avoids it.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to David Bowie.
I think Aurelio 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 Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 29:28
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 29:28
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marco Aurelio!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Marco Aurelio made sure he mentioned RMC - Rio Mma Clothing, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Slade Wilson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Johnny Johnson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Johnson has chosen when the wild wind blows as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the light heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
9 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Slade Wilson!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
24 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Johnny Johnson!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Felipe Paraventi and Thiago Cunha.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Johnson moves out of range of the body kick.
Johnson throws a right and a left that Wilson avoids nicely.
Johnson throws a nice inside leg kick.
Johnson tries a head kick but it misses.
Wilson keeps the fight on the outside.
Wilson lands a slapping body shot.
Wilson throws a body punch but Johnson moves out of range.
Johnson throws a lazy body kick
and Wilson counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Johnson thinking.
Johnson has managed to clinch.
Johnson working aggressively here.
Johnson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Wilson tries to score a body lock takedown but Johnson shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Wilson tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Johnson avoids it.
Wilson wants a takedown.
Johnson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Wilson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Johnson works on Wilson's body with a couple of short punches.
Wilson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Johnson prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Slade Wilson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wilson has had enough of the clinch but Johnson keeps him there for the moment.
A nice right hand lands inside from Johnson.
Wilson is trying to push Johnson away but Johnson has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Johnson swings wildly with an uppercut but Wilson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Johnson stops a takedown attempt from Wilson.
Johnson misses with some punches.
Wilson misses with a body punch.
Wilson breaks from the clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nice body kick there by Johnson.
Wilson looks to score with a jab to the body but Johnson is just out of range.
Johnny Johnson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Johnson fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Wilson is out of range.
Johnson throws a sloppy head kick
and Wilson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Johnson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
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!
Wilson throws a hook to the side of Johnson's head but Johnson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Johnson lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Wilson takes one on the button.
Johnson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Johnson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Wilson.
Johnson looks to land a left hand but Wilson moved out of range nicely.
Johnson pushes Wilson up against the cage in a clinch.
Wilson tries to land knees in the clinch but Johnson avoids the damage to the body.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Johnson misses with a punch on the inside.
Wilson with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Johnson misses with a body punch.
Wilson can't break the clinch.
Wilson landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Johnson managing to block the knees to the body from Wilson.
Wilson misses with a body punch.
Johnson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Johnson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Johnson struggles to land a body shot inside as Wilson controls his hands.
Johnson has a couple of punches blocked by Wilson.
Wilson wants to break free but Johnson has control.
Wilson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Johnson blocks it with crossed arms.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Johnson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Johnson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Johnson prevents Wilson from breaking the clinch.
Johnson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Johnson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Johnson avoiding damage as Wilson throws knees to the body.
Johnson blocks an elbow strike.
Wilson wants a takedown but no success here.
Wilson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Johnson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Wilson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Johnson blocks it with crossed arms.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wilson tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Wilson is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Johnny Johnson will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
Johnson moves out of range of the body kick from Wilson.
Wilson connects with a crisp jab.
A jab lands there for Johnson.
Wilson moves out of range of the leg kick from Johnson.
Johnson is looking to clinch.
Wilson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Johnson was well out of range. Poor timing from Wilson.
Johnson needs to keep his hands up - Wilson had a free shot at his head there.
Wilson digs a good hook to Johnson's body.
Wilson tries a head kick but it misses.
Wilson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Johnson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Wilson looks to land a left hand but Johnson moved out of range nicely.
Wilson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Johnson was well out of range. Poor timing from Wilson.
Wilson throws a shot to the body.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Johnson explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Johnson tries a head kick but it misses.
Johnson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Johnny Johnson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Johnson throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Wilson counters with a nice body shot.
Johnson throws a head kick but Wilson moves out of range.
Wilson throws a right and a left that both miss.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Johnson.
Johnson wants to clinch.
Wilson cracks a nice hook into Johnson's ribs.
Johnson misses with a kick to the body.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Johnson throws a head kick that misses.
Johnson takes the fight into the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Wilson's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Johnson misses with the head strike.
Johnson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Wilson manages to break the clinch.
Wilson takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Wilson misses with a body shot.
Wilson walks into a straight right hand from Johnson.
Wilson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Johnson to score with a decent uppercut.
Johnson loads up on a big right hand but Wilson slips the punch.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Johnson clinches up against the cage.
Wilson tries to land knees in the clinch but Johnson avoids the damage to the body.
Johnson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Johnson stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Johnson stops a takedown attempt from Wilson.
Wilson blocks a body shot from Johnson.
A shot in the inside from Johnson.
Johnson throws a head punch that misses.
Johnson throws a head punch that misses.
Johnson cracks Wilson with a nice body shot.
Johnson pushes Wilson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Johnny Johnson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Johnson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Wilson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Wilson with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Wilson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Johnson misses with a punch to the body.
Wilson tries to land knees in the clinch but Johnson avoids the damage to the body.
Johnson stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Johnson dodges an elbow strike from Wilson.
Johnson scores with a shot to the side of Wilson's head.
Wilson throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Johnson pushes Wilson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Wilson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Johnson's elbow.
Johnson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Wilson can't find room to land a body shot as Johnson controls the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Johnny Johnson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Johnson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Wilson on the side of the head.
Wilson is looking to wear down Johnson with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Johnson lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Johnson throws a head kick that misses.
Johnson throws a good cross that connects.
Johnson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Johnson closes the distance and pushes Wilson back into the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wilson trying to land knees to the body.
Wilson wants a takedown but no success here.
Wilson is trying to break the clinch but Johnson has him pressed against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wilson.
Wilson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Johnson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Johnson throws a leg kick that is checked
and Johnson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Johnson misses with a hook.
Johnson lands a glancing blow to the side of Wilson's head.
Wilson thows a body shot but no joy.
Johnson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wilson moves away.
Johnson tries to land a leg kick but Wilson saw it coming and moves away.
Wilson takes a swing at Johnson's ribcage but misses.
Johnson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Johnson takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Johnson goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Johnson tries a head kick but it misses.
Johnson throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Johnson has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wilson throws a nice inside leg kick.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Johnson lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Johnson misses with a lunging right hand
and Wilson counters with a stiff right hand.
Johnson throws a lazy right hand but Wilson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Wilson.
Johnson clinches.
Wilson lands an uppercut.
Wilson blocking some punches.
Johnson is working Wilson over against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wilson.
Wilson tries for a takedown but Johnson manages to get underhooks.
Johnson has a couple of punches blocked by Wilson.
Johnson prevents a body shot from Wilson.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wilson breaks from the clinch.
Nice jab there from Johnson.
Wilson thows a body shot but no joy.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Johnson.
Wilson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A leg kick checked by Wilson.
Wilson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Johnson was well out of range. Poor timing from Wilson.
Wilson swats away the attempt to clinch by Johnson.
Wilson misses the shot to the body.
Johnson thows a body shot but no joy.
Johnson lands a leg kick that knocks Wilson off balance momentarily.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Johnson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Good standup being displayed there by Johnson as he connects with a hook.
Johnson moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
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!
Wilson misses with a body shot.
Johnson lands a front kick.
Johnson tries to clinch there but Wilson circles away.
Johnson lands with a kick to the temple. Wilson shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
A punch combination from Wilson misses.
Johnson punishes Wilson's body with a nice straight punch.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Wilson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nice shot lands for Johnson.
Wilson sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Johnny Johnson really dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Johnson throws a quick inside leg kick.
Johnson throws a head kick that misses.
Johnson throws a head kick that misses.
Johnson misses with a head kick.
Johnson tries to close the distance and clinch but Wilson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Wilson moves forwards but Johnson connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Wilson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Johnson was well out of range. Poor timing from Wilson.
Johnson dodges the punch combination from Wilson.
Johnson throws a looping overhand right but Wilson ducks down to avoid it.
Wilson misses with a straight left.
Johnny Johnson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Johnson shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Johnson throws an overhand right that lands on Wilson's shoulder, as Wilson tries to avoid the shot.
Johnson throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Johnson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Wilson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Johnson throws out a leg kick but Wilson moves out of range and Johnson only half commits.
Wilson does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Johnson lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Johnson.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Johnson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Johnson misses with a head kick.
Wilson falls off balance throwing a combination
and Johnson counters with a low kick, right behind Wilson 's knee.
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!
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Johnson. Wilson shrugs it off though.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Johnson.
Wilson drops his hands momentarily and Johnson takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Johnson with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Johnson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Wilson in his tracks.
Wilson throws a shot from downtown. Johnson moves away and avoids it.
Johnson dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Wilson. That did some damage!
Johnson closes the distance and pushes Wilson back into the cage.
Johnson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wilson misses with an elbow strike.
Wilson trying to land knees to the body.
Johnson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Wilson backwards.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wilson tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Johnson digs a right hand into Wilson's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Wilson's gas tank.
Johnson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Wilson backwards.
Johnson misses with the head strike.
Johnson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wilson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Johnson pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Wilson is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Wilson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Johnson throws a punch but it's blocked by Wilson.
Wilson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Johnson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wilson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Wilson avoids the head kick by Johnson.
Wilson throws a predictable looking body shot
and Johnson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Wilson blocks a low kick nicely.
Wilson misses with a body shot.
Wilson throws a right hand that misses
and Johnson counters with a thumping low kick.
Wilson walks into a left hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wilson has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Johnson.
Johnson throws a leg kick which misses Wilson's front leg but catches the back leg as Wilson tries to avoid it.
Johnson throws a sloppy head kick and Wilson moves out of range easily.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Wilson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Johnson lands with a thumping leg kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Johnson, as that shot connected.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Johnny Johnson dominated that fourth round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round!
Johnson throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Wilson.
Johnson misses with a looping right.
Wilson looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Johnson misses with a head kick.
Wilson throws the kick towards the body but Johnson avoids it.
Wilson throws a series of punches but Johnson moves out of range.
Johnson tries a head kick but it misses.
Johnson uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Wilson has time to react.
Johnson goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Wilson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Johnson.
Johnson keeps Wilson at a distance using the push kick.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - an gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Wilson throws a right hand that Johnson ducks under and follows up with a left that Johnson also avoids with ease.
Wilson will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Johnson takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Johnson doesn't manage to clinch there - Wilson circles away.
Wilson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Johnson.
Johnson with a nice cross.
Wilson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Johnson.
Johnson's jab looks to have found its range, popping Wilson under the eye.
Wilson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Wilson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Johnson.
Johnson lands a nice looking body kick.
Johnson connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Wilson's hands.
Johnson scores with a sloppy right hand. Wilson should have avoided that one.
Johnson moves in looking to clinch but Wilson pushes him off.
Slade Wilson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wilson on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
A big left from Wilson misses.
Johnson throws a head kick that misses.
Wilson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Johnson scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Johnson lands with a cross.
Johnson misses with a looping right.
Wilson moves out of range of the body kick from Johnson.
Wilson just misses with a punch to the body.
Wilson throws a body punch but Johnson moves out of range.
Nice shot lands for Johnson.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wilson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Johnson.
Johnson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Johnson connects with a right hand. Wilson shakes it off.
Johnson connects with a leg kick. Wilson looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Johnson cracks Wilson with a good jab.
Wilson lands with a good body shot.
Wilson looks to land a right hand but Johnson moved out of range.
Johnson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Johnson throws a lazy right hand but Wilson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A lazy left from Johnson finds it's target.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wilson thuds his right hand into Johnson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Wilson scores with a shot to the body.
Wilson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Johnson was well out of range. Poor timing from Wilson.
Johnson scores with a spinning back kick!
No joy there for Wilson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Wilson wants to slow Johnson down by chopping away at his legs.
Wilson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Wilson looks to score with a jab to the body but Johnson is just out of range.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Johnson connects with an inside leg kick.
Johnson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wilson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Johnson.
And that's the end of the fight!
Johnny Johnson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Johnson 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 45:50
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 45:50
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 46:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Johnny Johnson!
Johnny Johnson is the new light heavyweight champion!
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Stephen Hawking (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Heikko Saarinen (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Saarinen is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by I Walk Alone. Man, I cannot wait for this one!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
17 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Stephen Hawking!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
15 - 5 - 1, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Heikko Saarinen!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Thiago Cunha and Matheus Silva.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Saarinen missing with a left hand there. Hawking was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hawking uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Saarinen gets caught flat footed, as Hawking shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Hawking trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hawking is working hard here to advance position.
Hawking throwing strikes from guard but Saarinen blocks nicely.
Hawking trying to control but Saarinen is working from the bottom.
Hawking lands a couple of elbows.
Saarinen wants to stand up but Hawking is controlling him.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Saarinen looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Saarinen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hawking is looking to advance position but Saarinen has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
Hawking is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hawking is looking to get to half guard.
Saarinen controlling from mount.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hawking can't escape the position.
Hawking wants to control but Saarinen is having none of it.
Hawking is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hawking is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hawking is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hawking tries to hold on but Saarinen postures up.
Saarinen stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet.
Saarinen missing with a left hand there. Hawking was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Saarinen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hawking loads up on a big right hand but Saarinen slips the punch.
Saarinen lands with a kick to the temple. Hawking shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
It looks like Stephen Hawking has been cut.
Hawking blocks a head kick by Saarinen.
Hawking takes one on the button.
Hawking connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Saarinen connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Saarinen lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hawking.
Hawking shoots in for a takedown but Saarinen shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hawking shoots for a takedown but Saarinen saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Hawking. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hawking misses with a two punch combination.
Heikko Saarinen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Saarinen connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
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 Stephen Hawking will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Stephen Hawking's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Saarinen stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Saarinen wants it to stay on the feet.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Saarinen.
Hawking tries to bum rush Saarinen with a series of wild strikes but Saarinen uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
No joy there for Hawking, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Saarinen lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Hawking scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Hawking throws a looping overhand right but Saarinen ducks down to avoid it.
A left lands for Saarinen.
Saarinen moves out of range as Hawking strikes.
Saarinen lands with a cross.
Hawking shoots in looking for a takedown. Saarinen tries to sprawl out of it but Hawking keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Saarinen manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Saarinen ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Saarinen connects with a jab.
Saarinen lands a slapping body shot.
Hawking walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Hawking cracks Saarinen with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A jab lands there for Saarinen.
Saarinen lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Hawking at a distance.
Hawking closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Saarinen to the mat! Saarinen manages to get full guard.
Saarinen pulls Hawking in close to his closed guard and prevents Hawking from doing any damage or advancing position.
Hawking throws and elbow that misses. Saarinen uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Hawking's guard. Nice move by Saarinen!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hawking isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Saarinen stacks Hawking on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Saarinen!
Saarinen stands up.
Hawking takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The fighters circling - Saarinen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hawking throws an off balance right hand
and Saarinen makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Hawking fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Hawking. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hawking takes a swing at Saarinen's ribcage but misses.
Hawking takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Hawking tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Saarinen is able to avoid easily.
Saarinen connects with an inside leg kick.
Hawking tests Saarinen's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Saarinen scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hawking doesn't seem bothered though.
Saarinen slips a straight right by Hawking.
Hawking misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Hawking throws a hook to the side of Saarinen's head but Saarinen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Saarinen connects with an inside leg kick.
Saarinen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hawking.
Saarinen slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Saarinen throws out a loose jab but Hawking uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hawking throws out a loose jab but Saarinen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hawking shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Saarinen as he avoids it easily.
Hawking is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Saarinen scores with a hook.
Saarinen fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Hawking.
Hawking dives in and grabs Saarinen's left leg, looking for a takedown. Saarinen pushes down on Hawking's head and hops out.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A chopping leg kick lands by Saarinen.
Heikko Saarinen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Saarinen throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Hawking cracks Saarinen with a good jab.
Both fighters circling a little - Saarinen finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Heikko Saarinen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Stephen Hawking's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Hawking tries to move into range but Saarinen moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Hawking is rocked!
Saarinen throws a looping overhand right but Hawking ducks down to avoid it.
Oh Hawking is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hawking ducks under a wild hook from Saarinen.
Saarinen throws a jab when Hawking was well out of range.
Saarinen seems to be stalking Hawking here. He circles momentarily and then unleashes a devastatic head kick! Hawking drops like a stone, out cold! WOW! Are you kidding me!? What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:14 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Heikko Saarinen!
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hype
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pop
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FIGHT
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