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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Cruz Gomez (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Dude Duderson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Dude Duderson told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!
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245 lbs
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219 lbs
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Good takedowns
Brawler
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Cruz Gomez!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Dude Duderson!
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, Ian Loll and Trevor Gratis.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gomez throws a head kick but Duderson moves out of range.
Duderson throws a sloppy head kick
and Gomez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Gomez shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Duderson as he jumps to the side.
Gomez could do with loosing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Gomez shoots in but Duderson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Duderson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Gomez will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cruz Gomez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Duderson instigates a clinch.
Duderson is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Duderson has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Gomez regains guard immediately.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Duderson won't allow Gomez to get back to his feet.
Gomez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Duderson manages to get himself to full guard.
Duderson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gomez is one step ahead there.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gomez trying to control but Duderson is working from the bottom.
Duderson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gomez is one step ahead there.
Gomez wants to control from the top but Duderson keeps moving.
Gomez would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Duderson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gomez is aware though and is defending well.
Gomez wants to control from the top but Duderson keeps moving.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Cruz Gomez.
Duderson tries to clinch but Gomez is having none of it.
Duderson rushes Gomez and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Duderson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Gomez shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Duderson but Duderson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Duderson shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Gomez's guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gomez working a defensive guard here.
Duderson is sitting in close to Gomez's body. Gomez has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Duderson is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Duderson is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Gomez.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Cruz Gomez!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Cyprien Noe Cyr (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Eric McLean (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Cyprien Noe Cyr!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Eric McLean!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Gregory Folan and Trevor Gratis.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McLean looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Cyr actively working from the bottom here.
Cyr looking for submissions off his back.
Cyr is trying to control but can't.
Cyr slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Cyr trying to keep a closed guard but McLean is proving a slippery customer.
Cyr might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
McLean postures up in Cyr's guard and throws a big left but Cyr blocks it.
McLean must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
McLean is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Cyr looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cyr lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for McLean!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McLean is in all sorts of trouble here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Cyr looking to control but McLean is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Cyr stands up from mount. Strange move.
McLean clinches up with Cyr and pushes him back against the cage.
Cyr tries a knee to the head but McLean blocks it.
Cyr has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics McLean uses from the top position.
McLean passes Cyr's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Cyr looks like he's trying to stand up.
Cyr wants to control but McLean is keeping busy.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Cyr keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
McLean missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Cyr makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Cyr throws a head kick that McLean semi-blocks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McLean drives through and clinches with Cyr against the cage.
McLean has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Cyr uses from the top position.
McLean wants to stand and escape but Cyr is having none of it.
Cyr trying to control but McLean is working from the bottom.
McLean pushes Cyr off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
McLean shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Cyr is trying to defend but McLean finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Cyr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McLean pulls his head out easily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Cyr manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Cyr is controlling McLean's posture.
Cyr is looking for a triangle but McLean pushes his legs off easily.
Cyr escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. McLean gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Cyr avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cyr is trying to control the position but McLean postures up.
Cyr looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
McLean works a leg free and moves into half guard.
McLean trying to control the pace.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
McLean wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cyr keeps working.
Cyr regains full guard. Nicely done.
McLean is posturing up here but Cyr has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! McLean tries to roll out but it's too tight and McLean has to tap! Slick submission there by Cyr!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Cyprien Noe Cyr!
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Shogun Rua (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Steven Williams (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Steven Williams acknowledges the crowd's support as he enters the cage.
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205 lbs
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205 lbs
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BJJ Brown Belt
Brawler
Granite chin |
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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
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Shogun Rua!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Steven Williams!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Gregory Folan and Trevor Gratis.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Williams clinches up against the cage.
Williams has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Rua clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Rua rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Williams moves nicely into side control.
Williams working away.
Rua tries to improve position but can't.
Rua is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Williams off and has taken his back!
Williams really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Rua. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
I really don't envy Williams right now.
Williams covering up well under a series of strikes from Rua.
Rua scores with punches from the back.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rua misses with punches from the back.
Williams is really stuck here.
Rua has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for Williams! Can he survive? No! He's out! Rua gets to his feet and celebrates with his cornermen. He looks absolutely delighted. In the post fight interviews he takes time to thank his parents and everyone who has believed in him from the start. How sweet.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Shogun Rua!
Shogun Rua retains his light heavyweight title!
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Diego Suarez (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Rauno Tonts (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Tonts has chosen DMX - Dog Intro as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.
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192 lbs
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Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the middleweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Diego Suarez!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Rauno Tonts!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Robert Douchet and Elvis Blanc.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tonts looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Suarez scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
It looks like Rauno Tonts has been cut.
Rauno Tonts seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Suarez defending well as Tonts loads up on a big left hand.
Tonts falls off balance throwing a combination
and Suarez counters with a three punch combo that has Tonts backing up. Tonts nods at Suarez to acknowledge the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A combination from Tonts does no damage.
Tonts leaves his chin hanging out and Suarez seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Tonts crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Diego Suarez!
Diego Suarez retains his middleweight title!
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Doctor Rockzo (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Matthew Wispe (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Wispe has chosen Me Against The World as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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170 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the welterweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Doctor Rockzo!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
3 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Matthew Wispe!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Dillan Fox and Steve Smith.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Wispe throws a head kick but Rockzo moves out of range.
Rockzo shoots in and drives through. Wispe sprawls well.
Wispe lands a right hook to the body.
Wispe fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Wispe avoids a kick to the body.
Wispe tries a head kick but it misses.
Wispe lands with an uppercut that bounces Rockzo off the cage and back into range.
Rockzo looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Wispe is fending him off so far but Rockzo persists. Nope, Wispe circles away and we're back to standing.
Wispe scores with a nice strike.
Rockzo with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Wispe to score with a decent uppercut.
Rockzo falls off balance throwing a combination
and Wispe makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rockzo avoids the head kick by Wispe.
Rockzo's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Wispe connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Rockzo scrambles back to his feet.
A lazy left from Wispe finds it's target.
Rockzo takes a jab right on the kisser.
Rockzo tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Wispe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rockzo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Wispe jabs Rockzo to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rockzo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doctor Rockzo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Wispe lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
It looks like Doctor Rockzo has been cut.
Wispe lands with a cross.
Rockzo throws a left and a right that both miss
and Wispe counters with a head kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rockzo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Donk. Wispe catches Rockzo right on the button with a cross.
Wispe lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Rockzo takes one on the button.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Rockzo. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.
Horrible takedown by Rockzo or perhaps it was just good defense by Wispe which made him look bad.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wispe throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
A shot to the liver by Wispe. Beautiful body shot.
Rockzo takes one on the button.
Wispe connects with a high kick.
Rockzo thuds his shin into the meat of Wispe's side.
Wispe misses the shot to the body.
Rockzo takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Wispe lands with a cross.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rockzo will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Good leg kick by Wispe there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Wispe scores with a punch to the head.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rockzo.
Rockzo is breathing heavily.
Wispe stuffs the takedown attempt from Rockzo. Rockzo gets slowly back to his feet.
Wispe ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Wispe tries a head kick but it misses.
Wispe throws a head kick but Rockzo moves out of range.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Matthew Wispe dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Doctor Rockzo's cut.
That's time! Rockzo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Rockzo gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Wispe counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Rockzo fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Wispe works Rockzo's body with a nice hook.
Doctor Rockzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rockzo gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Wispe counters with a left to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doctor Rockzo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wispe fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Rockzo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Wispe scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rockzo doesn't seem bothered though.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Wispe scores with a head kick.
Rockzo fails with a takedown attempt.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rockzo fails with the takedown.
Wispe scores with a hook to the body. Rockzo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Rockzo shoots in for a takedown but Wispe shows good takedown defense.
Wispe is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Rockzo rather than just go for the knockout.
Rockzo moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Wispe throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Wispe has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Rockzo with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Wispe to score with a decent uppercut.
Wispe lands with a nice body punch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Wispe punishes Rockzo's body with a nice straight punch.
Rockzo shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Wispe but Wispe pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Wispe pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Wispe scores with a punch to the head.
Wispe throws a head kick that Rockzo semi-blocks.
Rockzo is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wispe lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rockzo at a distance.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Rockzo might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Rockzo shoots and misses
and Wispe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Doctor Rockzo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wispe scores with a jab to the jaw.
Oh Rockzo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Doctor Rockzo's cut is getting worse.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rockzo takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Wispe throws a head kick that misses.
Wispe connects with a good right hand that stumbles Rockzo. Rockzo circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Wispe jabs away that one connects to the head of his opponent.
Wispe ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Rockzo is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rockzo seems to have got his legs back now.
Rockzo closes this distance looking for a takedown but Wispe circles away.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Wispe.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Rockzo misses with a takedown attempt
and Wispe counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Wispe throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A head kick from Wispe lands but Rockzo takes it in his stride.
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!
Wispe connects with a right hand. Rockzo shakes it off.
Wispe lands a two punch combo.
Rockzo looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Wispe ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Wispe knocks Rockzo to the floor with a head kick! Can he finish him!?
Rockzo is trying to improve his position.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Matthew Wispe showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Doctor Rockzo's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
Wispe uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Rockzo has time to react.
Rockzo misses with a hook. Wispe ducked under it nicely.
Wispe moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Rockzo throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Wispe.
Rockzo fails to land the takedown.
Rockzo takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Wispe throws a sloppy head kick and Rockzo moves out of range easily.
Rockzo shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Wispe tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rockzo misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doctor Rockzo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rockzo throws a left and a right that both miss
and Wispe counters with a head kick. That will keep Rockzo thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Rockzo fails with the takedown.
Wispe drops Rockzo with a nice combination! Wispe dives into Rockzo's guard, looking to finish!
Doctor Rockzo's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Wispe stands and steps away. Rockzo gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Wispe lands with a good body shot.
Wispe lands a big head kick that sends Rockzo to the canvas! Wispe follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Matthew Wispe!
Matthew Wispe is the new welterweight champion!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Serge Savard (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Zuese Zorro (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Savard comes to the cage accompanied by Voivod- Tribal convictions. Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
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222 lbs
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220 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Serge Savard!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Zuese Zorro!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Alec Ball and Gregory Folan.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Zorro moves into the clinch successfully.
Zorro tries to stall but Savard uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Zorro is working for takedown but Savard is calmly controlling the position for now.
Zorro looking to throw knees to the head but Savard is blocking nicely.
Zorro prevents Savard from breaking the clinch.
Savard on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Zorro throws an elbow but it misses.
Savard is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Zorro gets underhooks to prevent Savard's takedown attempt.
Zorro manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Savard prevents Zorro from getting back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Savard trying to stand up but can't free himself from Zorro's guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Savard stands and steps away. Zorro gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Savard avoids the head kick by Zorro.
A head kick by Zorro misses
and Savard counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Zorro is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Savard tries a head kick but it misses.
Savard goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Zorro misses with an attempted mid kick.
Zorro tries to close the distance and clinch but Savard swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Savard throws a head kick that misses.
Zorro takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Zorro blocks a head kick by Savard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Zorro gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Savard counters with a nice single leg takedown and he's in Zorro's guard now.
Zorro is looking to stand up but Savard isn't so interested in that idea.
Zorro looks gassed!
Savard is pushing down on Zorro's leg trying to pass to half guard. Zorro is fighting to maintain full guard but Savard has managed to sneak the leg through.
Savard seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Serge Savard has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
A head kick from Savard lands but Zorro takes it in his stride.
Zorro throws a leg kick
and Savard makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Savard throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A head kick by Zorro misses
and Savard counters with a low kick, right behind Zorro 's knee.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Savard misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Savard avoids the head kick by Zorro.
Savard shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Zorro napping and manages to drive through into side control!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Savard decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Savard throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A head kick by Zorro misses
and Savard counters with a nice single leg takedown and he's in Zorro's guard now.
Savard seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Savard gets to his feet. Zorro looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Serge Savard dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Savard shoots in and bounces Zorro off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Savard stops Zorro from standing up.
Savard stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Savard lands a head kick!
Savard closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Zorro's guard.
Zorro is wriggling around but Savard manages to pass to half guard.
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!
Savard perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Zorro wants to get back to his feet.
Savard performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Serge Savard wasn't doing enough on the ground.
Savard misses with a head kick.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A head kick misses from Savard.
Savard throws a head kick that half lands.
A head kick misses from Zorro.
Savard moves into the clinch.
Savard's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Savard throws a sloppy head kick and Zorro moves out of range easily.
Savard plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Zorro has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Savard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Savard lands with a kick to the temple. Zorro shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Zorro is breathing heavily.
A head kick misses from Savard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Savard throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Zorro's head.
Zorro is rocked!
Crunch! Savard slams his shin into Zorro's torso.
Zorro is still on wobbly legs! Can Savard finish him?
Savard tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Zorro seems to have recovered his senses.
Zorro fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Savard avoids it really well and circles away.
Zorro tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Savard scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Savard stops Zorro from getting back to his feet.
Savard stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Savard throws a head kick that Zorro semi-blocks.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Savard throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Zorro's head.
Zorro avoids the head kick by Savard.
Savard lands a head kick. Zorro smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Zorro misses with a head kick.
Zorro avoids the head kick by Savard.
Zuese Zorro is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Savard drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Savard decides to stand up, so the ref orders Zorro to his feet.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Serge Savard dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Zorro tries a head kick but it misses.
Savard pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Zorro lands a head kick. Savard smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Savard avoids the head kick by Zorro.
The fight stays on the outside here - Savard looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Savard throws a sloppy head kick and Zorro moves out of range easily.
Savard throws a head kick that half lands.
Zorro throws a head kick that misses.
Savard delivers a nice body kick.
Zorro takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Zorro throws a head kick that misses.
Savard throws a nice head kick!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Savard connects with a high kick.
Savard scoring well with a low kick there.
Savard blocks a head kick by Zorro.
Savard shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Zorro is trying to defend but Savard finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Zorro pushes Savard off looking to stand but Savard dives back in and keeps control.
Serge Savard overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Savard decides to stand and escape the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A slapping body kick lands there for Savard.
Zorro blocks a head kick by Savard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Zorro is looking to clinch but Savard is avoiding it.
Serge Savard is winning the standup battle so far.
Savard shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Zorro napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Savard decides to stand back up.
Savard throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Savard thows a body kick. Zorro tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Savard throws a head kick that misses.
Savard shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in full mount! That's better than Savard was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Savard controlling the position easily from mount.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Savard seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Zorro for as long as he can get away with.
The ref stands the fighters back up because Serge Savard just wasn't active enough.
Savard lands a slapping body shot.
Savard feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Zorro's calf.
Savard throws a sloppy head kick and Zorro moves out of range easily.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Zorro gets a takedown into half guard.
Savard tries to kick Zorro off but Zorro keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Serge Savard clearly takes that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Savard goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Savard scores with a head kick. Zorro tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Savard tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Zorro tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Zorro throws a leg kick but Savard sees it coming and moves out of range.
Zorro misses with a takedown
and Savard counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Zorro is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Zorro tries to land a body kick
and Savard counters with a head kick. That will keep Zorro thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Zorro misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Savard throws a head kick that half lands.
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!
Zorro changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Savard tries to avoid it but Zorro manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Savard to the ground. Savard escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Serge Savard has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zuese Zorro.
Zorro is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Savard defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Zorro.
Savard tries a head kick but it misses.
Zorro avoids the head kick by Savard.
Savard tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Savard lands a head kick that stumbles Zorro and the fighters go to the mat.
Zorro is looking to stand up but Savard isn't so interested in that idea.
Savard stands and steps away. Zorro gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Savard connects with a high kick.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Zorro blocks a head kick by Savard.
Savard misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Zorro tries to clinch but Savard is having none of it.
Savard throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Savard lands with a kick to the temple. Zorro shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zorro looks to land a body kick but Savard moved away.
Zorro misses with a takedown attempt - Savard sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Savard throws a nice head kick!
Zorro blocks a head kick by Savard.
Zorro tries for a takedown but Savard sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Savard, right into the meat.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Savard lands with a slapping head kick.
Savard tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Zorro has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Savard.
Zorro takes a kick to the side of the head.
Savard throws a head kick that misses.
Savard lands a head kick. Zorro smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Savard throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Zorro looks to throw a body kick
and Savard counters with a nice body kick.
Zorro throws a sloppy head kick and Savard moves out of range easily.
Savard goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Savard throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Zorro.
Zorro pulls out of a head kick attempt.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Savard scores with a head kick.
Savard looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into mount! Oh, that's bad for Zorro!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Savard content just to control the position here.
Zorro squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Serge Savard had his way with Zuese Zorro in that round.
That's time! Savard's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
Zorro gets caught flat footed, as Savard shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Savard decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Savard comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Savard throws a head kick that misses.
A head kick misses from Savard.
Savard closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Zorro's guard.
Zorro is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Zorro is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Savard seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Serge Savard wasn't doing enough on the ground.
Savard throws a head kick but Zorro moves out of range.
Savard avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Zorro avoids the head kick by Savard.
Savard blocks a head kick by Zorro.
Savard lands with a slapping head kick.
Zorro has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Savard.
Zorro gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Savard counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Zorro is lucky that one didn't land flush.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Zorro takes a kick to the side of the head.
A head kick lands from Savard that sends Zorro to the canvas. Zorro tries to scramble back to his feet but Savard brings him back down into side control.
Zorro is looking to get back to his feet here but Savard is keeping cool and he's managed to take Zorro's back.
Zorro looking to stop the rear naked choke attempt by controlling the hands.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Savard keeps control of the position easily here as Zorro tries to buck him off.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Zorro controlling the position well but he knows he's in a bad position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Savard trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Zorro doesn't escape.
Zuese Zorro has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
We're going to have a standup here because Serge Savard wasn't active enough for the referee's liking.
Zorro fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Savard.
Savard scores with a kick to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head kick misses from Savard.
Zorro throws a head kick but Savard moves out of range.
Serge Savard is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Savard scores with a head kick. Zorro tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
And that's the end of the fight!
Serge Savard showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Savard, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 50:45
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 50:45
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Serge Savard!
Serge Savard is the new heavyweight champion!
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