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V.O.G 16 PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Vasyl Kondor (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Aleksander Suhov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Vasyl Kondor had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business
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Counter striker
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Vasyl Kondor!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Aleksander Suhov!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Blasius, Wagner Zegers and Nard Betker.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kondor gets the takedown into side control.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Kondor misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Kondor has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Suhov taking punishment in the form of punches.
Kondor wants to lay and pray for a moment but Suhov keeps working.
Kondor misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Suhov takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Suhov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Kondor has hold of Suhov's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Suhov seems comfortable defending it but Kondor has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Suhov is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Suhov is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Kondor couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Vasyl Kondor!
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between FrAn CrO (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sammy Jackson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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BJJ Blue Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, FrAn CrO!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Sammy Jackson!
The judges for this bout are Wagner Zegers, Paul Aken and Albert Achterberg.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jackson moves out of range of the body kick from CrO.
CrO pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jackson rushes CrO and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Jackson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
CrO throws a good cross that connects.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
CrO wants to clinch up but Jackson keeps it at a distance.
CrO closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
CrO trying to land knees to the body.
Jackson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jackson wants to clinch up but CrO keeps it at a distance.
Jackson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
CrO misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Jackson.
A knee to the head by Jackson.
It looks like FrAn CrO has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Jackson obliges.
CrO is breathing heavily.
Jackson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
CrO just misses with a punch to the body.
CrO moves to clinch but Jackson breaks away
and Jackson counters with a good low kick that CrO was not able to check.
Jackson throws a head kick but CrO moves out of range.
Jackson lands a high kick!
Jackson throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jackson ducks under a wild hook from CrO.
Jackson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jackson clinches.
Jackson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Jackson manages to break the clinch.
CrO throws a head kick that misses.
Jackson takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
CrO tries to land a front kick but Jackson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
CrO throws a sloppy head kick and Jackson moves out of range easily.
Jackson lands a head kick!
Jackson moves into range and clinches up with CrO.
CrO misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jackson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
CrO throws a head kick that misses.
CrO misses with a body kick.
CrO misses with a head kick.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
CrO misses with a head kick.
CrO shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Jackson defends it nicely.
Jackson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from CrO is defended easily by Jackson.
FrAn CrO seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jackson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jackson throws a sloppy head kick and CrO moves out of range easily.
CrO throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jackson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
CrO throws a head kick but Jackson moves out of range.
Jackson goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
CrO throws a low kick but Jackson avoids it.
CrO misses with a low kick.
A head kick misses from Jackson.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
CrO looking to land some kicks to the body here.
CrO misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jackson.
CrO throws a shot from downtown. Jackson moves away and avoids it.
CrO tries a head kick but it misses.
A combination from CrO does no damage.
CrO closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jackson circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for FrAn CrO. That's going to take a lot out of him.
CrO throws a body punch but Jackson moves out of range.
CrO shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Jackson pinned against the cage. Jackson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Jackson lands with a thumping leg kick.
CrO swings for the body but Jackson moves out of range.
CrO looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Jackson moves into range and clinches up with CrO.
Jackson breaks the clinch.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jackson gets tackled into the cage by CrO. CrO maintains the clinch.
Jackson with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
CrO struggles to land a body shot inside as Jackson controls his hands.
Jackson looking to stall.
CrO misses with a body punch.
Jackson avoiding damage as CrO throws knees to the body.
CrO tries a knee to the head but Jackson blocks it.
CrO throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Jackson breaks the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
CrO tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
CrO swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jackson swats away the attempt to clinch by CrO.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
CrO tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jackson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Jackson moves out of range of the body kick.
CrO lands a head kick. Jackson smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
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 FrAn CrO will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on FrAn CrO's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
CrO misses the jab.
CrO is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jackson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Jackson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with CrO, pushing him back against the cage.
Jackson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
CrO wants to clinch.
CrO avoids the head kick by Jackson.
CrO swats away the attempt to clinch by Jackson.
CrO throws a low kick, looking for Jackson's leg but Jackson calmly moves out of range.
Jackson moves out of range as CrO throws a body kick.
CrO tries to keep at a distance but Jackson has taken the fight into the clinch.
Jackson manages to break the clinch.
CrO misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
CrO is looking to wear down Jackson with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
CrO dives in and grabs Jackson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Jackson pushes down on CrO's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for FrAn CrO. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's one minute gone in the round.
CrO throws a half hearted mid kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A head kick by CrO misses
and Jackson counters by moving into the clinch.
Jackson manages to break the clinch.
Jackson clinches up against the cage.
CrO with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Jackson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
CrO throws a low kick but Jackson avoids it.
CrO tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jackson misses with a head kick.
Jackson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Jackson is looking to clinch.
Jackson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Jackson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jackson throws a sloppy head kick and CrO moves out of range easily.
CrO shoots in for a takedown but Jackson shows good takedown defense.
CrO walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jackson checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
CrO throws a low kick but it's checked well by Jackson.
CrO takes a swing at Jackson's ribcage but misses.
Jackson closes the distance and clinches.
Jackson breaks from the clinch.
CrO misses with a kick to the body.
CrO misses with a low kick as Jackson jumps back.
FrAn CrO is winning the standup battle so far.
CrO tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Jackson swivels and escapes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jackson darts in and clinches CrO up against the cage.
Jackson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
CrO blocks a head kick by Jackson.
CrO throws out a leg kick but Jackson moves out of range and CrO only half commits.
CrO throws the left hand but Jackson avoids the punch easily.
CrO sizes up Jackson with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
CrO tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
CrO blocks a head kick by Jackson.
CrO misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jackson.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
CrO has a takedown stuffed.
Jackson checks a leg kick nicely.
Sammy Jackson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
CrO takes a head kick and keeps coming.
CrO misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A head kick misses from Jackson.
Jackson stuffs the takedown.
CrO looks to land a combination but Jackson avoids it well.
Jackson forces CrO back against the cage and clinches.
CrO throws a head punch that misses.
Jackson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
CrO shoots in looking for a takedown but Jackson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing CrO's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Jackson goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
CrO tries to clinch up.
CrO misses with a jab, cross combination.
CrO throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jackson throws a quick head kick that skims the top of CrO's head.
CrO throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
CrO throws the kick towards the body but Jackson avoids it.
CrO throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
CrO will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Jackson lands with a kick to the temple. CrO shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
CrO throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
CrO pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jackson closes the distance and clinches.
CrO missing with knees to the body.
Jackson blocks the elbow strike.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Jackson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
CrO throws a leg kick that is checked
and Jackson counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. CrO is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Jackson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jackson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by CrO.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Sammy Jackson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on FrAn CrO's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round!
Jackson has taken the fight to the clinch.
CrO trying to land knees to the body.
Jackson manages to break the clinch.
Jackson closes the distance and clinches.
CrO lands an elbow just above Jackson 's eye.
CrO slows down the pace here.
Jackson managing to block the knees to the body from CrO.
Jackson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
CrO takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Jackson throws a head kick but CrO moves out of range.
CrO shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Jackson sprawls well. Jackson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. CrO gets slowly back to his feet.
CrO pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Jackson gets a clinch.
Jackson manages to break the clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
CrO attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Jackson tries a head kick but it misses.
Good work by Jackson as he checks the leg kick.
CrO pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
CrO tries to clinch there but Jackson circles away.
CrO swings and misses with a hook to the body.
CrO misses with a body shot.
CrO looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Jackson moves away from the strike by CrO.
CrO fails in his attempt to clinch.
CrO looks to land a body kick but Jackson moved away.
No luck for CrO with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for FrAn CrO. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jackson has CrO up against the cage in a clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
CrO is trying to pull guard but Jackson has him pressed against the cage.
Jackson breaks from the clinch.
CrO throws a right and a left that Jackson avoids nicely.
CrO tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jackson lands with a slapping head kick.
Jackson moves in looking to clinch but CrO pushes him off.
CrO shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Jackson pinned against the cage. Jackson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Jackson scores with a nice body kick.
Jackson swats away the attempt to clinch by CrO.
CrO tries a head kick but it misses.
Jackson moves into range and clinches up with CrO.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
CrO utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jackson wants to break the clinch but can't.
Jackson prevents a body shot from CrO.
CrO misses with an elbow over the top.
CrO is trying to force a seperation but Jackson has the dominant position.
CrO tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
CrO misses with a knee to the head.
A short right from CrO on the inside.
CrO is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Jackson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
CrO throws a leg kick
and Jackson counters with an inside leg kick.
CrO throws a leg kick
and Jackson counters with a flying knee. Nice.
CrO lands a head kick. Jackson smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
CrO misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jackson.
A jab from CrO misses.
An inside leg kick from CrO misses.
Jackson circles away from the clinch attempt.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
CrO takes a swing at Jackson's ribcage but misses.
Jackson blocks a head kick by CrO.
CrO throws a sloppy head kick
and Jackson counters with a thumping low kick.
CrO tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Jackson counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. CrO is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Jackson feints and then cracks CrO's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow CrO down.
CrO throws a body punch but Jackson moves out of range.
CrO circles away from the clinch attempt.
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!
Jackson takes a head kick and keeps coming.
CrO 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.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
CrO looks to land a body kick but Jackson moved away.
Jackson tries to clinch there but CrO circles away.
CrO lands a nice looking body shot.
CrO fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to FrAn CrO.
I think CrO 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 29:28
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... FrAn CrO!
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Aleksandr Zuev (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jiga Ji (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). 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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Solid boxing
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Aleksandr Zuev!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Jiga Ji!
The judges for this bout are Patrick Alders, Albert Achterberg and Radbod Blank.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ji shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Ji controlling the pace.
Zuev looks like he's trying to stand up.
Ji in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Zuev tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Ji!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jiga Ji!
After winning the bout, Jiga Ji 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 super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Luca Brasi (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Chris Bined (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). 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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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
12 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Luca Brasi!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Chris Bined!
The judges for this bout are Wagner Zegers, Paulsen Ambrosius and Saam Ante.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bined moves into the clinch.
Bined tries for a takedown but Brasi manages to get underhooks.
Bined can't break the clinch.
Bined tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Brasi avoids it.
Bined taking a breather.
Bined jumps guard but Brasi stands there with Bined around his waist. Bined gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Brasi has clasped his hands together around Bined's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Brasi is putting a hurting on Bined here, landing some big shots from side control.
Brasi looks up at the clock and then as Bined takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Brasi smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Brasi moves into full mount!
Brasi landing strikes from the mount.
It looks like Chris Bined has been cut.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Brasi lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Bined hang on?
That has opened up Chris Bined's cut even more.
Bined takes a big shot to the dome and his eyes have rolled back in his head! Brasi's killer instinct has kicked in as he finishes the fight with more strikes. Impressive finish.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Luca Brasi!
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Damien Walters (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Dominic Stansbury (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Stansbury has chosen Aish Tamid by Matisyahu 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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210 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Damien Walters!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Dominic Stansbury!
The judges for this bout are Radbod Blank, Paulsen Ambrosius and Paul Aken.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Walters is looking to clinch.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Stansbury.
Walters wants to clinch up but Stansbury keeps it at a distance.
Walters moves to clinch but Stansbury breaks away
and Stansbury counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Stansbury.
Walters can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Stansbury controls the pace.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stansbury postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Walters covers up, he's hurt! Stansbury keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Stansbury and the ref steps in to end the fight! Stansbury can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dominic Stansbury!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Dominic Stansbury waved his t-shirt featuring Hell's Balls Fightwear's logo in front of the cameras.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Second Boy (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Winston Loosem (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Boy might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to New York. Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the fighters buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!
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220 lbs
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217 lbs
8 - 9 - 0 |
Abu Dhabi Champ
Solid boxing
Granite chin |
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Excellent boxer
Powerful |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
7 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Second Boy!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Winston Loosem!
The judges for this bout are Patrick Alders, Nard Betker and Daniel Blasius.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Loosem connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Winston Loosem seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Loosem misses with an uppercut.
Loosem misses with a looping left.
Loosem misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Loosem connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Boy takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Loosem misses with a straight right.
Loosem loads up on a big right hand but Boy slips the punch.
Loosem misses with a series of wild punches.
Loosem looks to land a combination but Boy avoids it well.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Some wild striking there from Loosem.
Nice uppercut lands for Loosem. That snapped Boy's head back.
Loosem misses with a wild combination.
Loosem scores with a nice head shot.
Winston Loosem is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice sprawl there from Loosem as Boy shoots in.
Loosem throws a right and a left that both miss.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Loosem throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Loosem tries to bum rush Boy with a series of wild strikes but Boy uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Loosem closes the distance looking to clinch
and Boy counters with a shoot takedown. Loosem fights it but they end up in guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Loosem swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boy trying to control the position from guard on top but Loosem is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boy is looking to work some ground and pound but Loosem has wrist control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Loosem keeping full guard, as Boy tries to pass.
Boy trying to control but Loosem is working from the bottom.
Boy wants to pass the guard but Loosem is keeping the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Loosem looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Boy passes into half guard.
Loosem is refusing to be controlled, as Boy sits in half guard.
Boy is working for a submission of some sort.
Boy missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Winston Loosem dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
Loosem staying out of range there.
Loosem stuffs the takedown.
Boy shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Boy is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Loosem as he works his way to full guard.
Boy throwing strikes from guard but Loosem blocks nicely.
Boy tries to free his leg and advance position but Loosem is retaining full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Boy preventing the sweep.
Boy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Loosem swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Loosem lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Boy!
Boy sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Boy wants to improve his position but Loosem is controlling well.
Boy slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Boy seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Boy is looking for a triangle but Loosem pushes his legs off easily.
Second Boy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Boy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Loosem is aware though and is defending well.
Loosem trying to control the position from guard on top but Boy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Loosem got a little sloppy there for a moment and Boy has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Loosem has managed to get both his arms back between Boy's legs - danger averted.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Loosem trying to control the position from guard on top but Boy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Loosem doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Loosem manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Boy looking for a sweep. Not yet Boy, not yet.
Boy working for submissions but it's allowed Loosem to get to half guard.
Boy looking for submissions off his back.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Boy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Loosem pulls his head out easily.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Loosem uses his free foot to push down on Boy's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Boy.
Loosem is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Boy has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Loosem manages to capitalize on a mistake by Boy to take his back!
Loosem has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Loosem misses with punches from the back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Second Boy dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
Loosem throws a right hand that Boy ducks under and follows up with a left that Boy also avoids with ease.
Loosem moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Boy throws a jab but it's blocked by Loosem.
Nice jab there from Loosem.
Loosem throws a leg kick but Boy checks it.
Loosem throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Boy counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Loosem.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boy fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Loosem throws a right and a left that Boy avoids nicely.
Boy moves out of range of the strikes.
Boy fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Loosem wants to clinch.
Loosem tries to bum rush Boy with a series of wild strikes but Boy uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Loosem looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Boy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice body punch from Boy.
Loosem keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Second Boy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boy ducks under a wild hook from Loosem.
Loosem tries to bum rush Boy with a series of wild strikes but Boy uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Boy ducks under a wild hook from Loosem.
Boy ducks under a wild hook from Loosem.
Loosem closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Loosem throws a series of strikes that have Boy backpedaling.
Boy shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
No joy there for Loosem, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Boy slips a jab and a cross from Loosem.
Loosem takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Boy throws a body punch but Loosem moves out of range.
Winston Loosem seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Loosem misses with a straight right.
A cross from Loosem lands.
Loosem throws a leg kick but Boy sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Winston Loosem is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Loosem fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boy manages to avoid it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Loosem lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Boy circles away quickly and effectively.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boy shoots for a double leg takedown but Loosem sprawls well. He's pushed Boy's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Boy takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
And that's the end of the fight!
Winston Loosem comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Loosem 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:29
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Winston Loosem!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Dmitriy Semenyuk (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ben Dover (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Ben Dover will no doubt be looking to use his reach advantage to good effect.
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205 lbs
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205 lbs
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BJJ White Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Dmitriy Semenyuk!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Ben Dover!
The judges for this bout are Aafke Stam, Patrick Alders and Paul Aken.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dover scores with a sloppy right hand. Semenyuk should have avoided that one.
Nice shot by Dover.
It looks like Dmitriy Semenyuk has been cut.
Semenyuk misses with an uppercut.
Semenyuk circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dover misses with a head kick.
Ben Dover seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dover moves in looking to clinch but Semenyuk pushes him off.
Dover throws a nice looking combination but Semenyuk bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Semenyuk ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Semenyuk misses with a looping left.
Semenyuk misses with an uppercut. Dover saw that one coming.
Semenyuk scores with a decent looking hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Semenyuk misses with an uppercut. Dover saw that one coming.
Dover throws the kick towards the body but Semenyuk avoids it.
Dover steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Semenyuk.
Dover displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Dover throws a sloppy head kick and Semenyuk moves out of range easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dover tries to clinch but Semenyuk moves out of range.
Dover looks to score with a jab to the body but Semenyuk is just out of range.
Dover tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in the close the distance. Semenyuk manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dover throws a looping overhand right but Semenyuk ducks down to avoid it.
Dover has closed the distance and engaged Semenyuk in a clinch.
Semenyuk blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dover wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Semenyuk has him pressed against the cage.
Semenyuk is trying to break the clinch but Dover has him pressed against the cage.
Dover tries to circle away but Semenyuk has him pinned against the cage.
Semenyuk wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Semenyuk dodges an elbow strike from Dover.
Semenyuk wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Dover has him pressed against the cage.
Semenyuk is trying to break the clinch but Dover is controlling him.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dover wants a takedown but no success here.
Dover pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Semenyuk throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dover ducks under a wild hook from Semenyuk.
Semenyuk misses with a wild body shot.
Dover fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Semenyuk pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Dover back to the cage. Semenyuk follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
It looks like Ben Dover has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dover tries a head kick but it misses.
Semenyuk misses with a straight left.
Semenyuk connects with a jab.
Some wild striking there from Semenyuk.
A telegraphed right hand from Dover misses the target.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dover uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Semenyuk.
Semenyuk slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Dover is rocked!
Semenyuk fakes the body blow, causing Dover to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Dover goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Dmitriy Semenyuk!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Maksim Romanov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Alexander Kolesnikov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Romanov comes to the cage accompanied by hollywood undead- undead. Kolesnikov has chosen Hollywood Undead - Young as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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305 lbs
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315 lbs
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Counter striker
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Counter striker
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the super heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Maksim Romanov!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Alexander Kolesnikov!
The judges for this bout are Albert Achterberg, Daniel Blasius and Patrick Alders.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kolesnikov is defended easily by Romanov.
Kolesnikov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Romanov's guard.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Romanov wriggles free and stands up.
Romanov scores with a takedown into Kolesnikov's guard.
Kolesnikov wants to sweep but no luck.
Romanov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Romanov wants to pass the guard but Kolesnikov is keeping the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kolesnikov wants to hit a switch here but Romanov passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Kolesnikov there!
Kolesnikov regains half guard.
Kolesnikov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Romanov.
Romanov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Romanov throwing shots but Kolesnikov is blocking nicely.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Romanov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Romanov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Romanov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kolesnikov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Romanov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
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!
Romanov is looking to take a break and control but Kolesnikov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Kolesnikov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Romanov 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.
Kolesnikov looks gassed!
Romanov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kolesnikov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Romanov.
Kolesnikov keeping hold of Romanov's head, controlling as best he can.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kolesnikov on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Romanov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kolesnikov keeps working.
Romanov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Romanov is trying to work for a kimura but Kolesnikov is defending well.
Romanov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Romanov working over Kolesnikov with some ground and pound. Kolesnikov looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kolesnikov is looking to improve his position.
Kolesnikov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Romanov.
Romanov slips a nice elbow through Kolesnikov's hands, connecting with Kolesnikov's forehead.
Romanov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Romanov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Romanov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Maksim Romanov dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Kolesnikov dives in and grabs Romanov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Romanov pushes down on Kolesnikov's head and hops out.
No luck for Kolesnikov with that takedown attempt.
Romanov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kolesnikov swivels and escapes.
Romanov shoots in but Kolesnikov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Romanov is defended easily by Kolesnikov.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Maksim Romanov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Romanov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kolesnikov counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kolesnikov wants to control from the top but Romanov keeps moving.
Kolesnikov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kolesnikov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kolesnikov landing some decent shots from guard.
Romanov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kolesnikov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kolesnikov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kolesnikov throws an elbow that misses. Romanov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kolesnikov's guard. Nice move by Romanov!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Romanov landing with the ground and pound.
Kolesnikov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Kolesnikov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Romanov.
Romanov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Romanov wants to pass the guard but Kolesnikov is keeping the position.
Romanov has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Romanov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Romanov throws a big elbow that misses.
Romanov wants to control from the top but Kolesnikov keeps moving.
Romanov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Romanov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Romanov postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Kolesnikov is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Romanov, into his guard.
Kolesnikov is in close to Romanov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kolesnikov lands a couple of digs.
Kolesnikov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kolesnikov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Kolesnikov trying to control but Romanov is working from the bottom.
Kolesnikov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Romanov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kolesnikov is controlling him.
Kolesnikov trying to control but Romanov is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexander Kolesnikov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Romanov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Kolesnikov closes the distance and clinches up with Romanov, looking for a takedown. Kolesnikov pushes Romanov against the cage but Romanov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kolesnikov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Romanov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kolesnikov somewhat.
Maksim Romanov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Romanov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
so Kolesnikov counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Romanov wants to get back to his feet but Kolesnikov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kolesnikov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Romanov wants to stand but Kolesnikov is controlling the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kolesnikov throws a big right hand that misses.
Romanov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Romanov wants to get back to his feet but Kolesnikov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kolesnikov distracts Romanov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Romanov wants to stand up but Kolesnikov is controlling him.
Kolesnikov is in close to Romanov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Romanov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kolesnikov is controlling him.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kolesnikov throws a big elbow that misses.
Kolesnikov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kolesnikov is working Romanov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Maksim Romanov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kolesnikov looking to pass the guard.
Romanov has momentary wrist control but Kolesnikov slips an elbow through the middle.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kolesnikov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Romanov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kolesnikov connects with a couple of short punches.
Kolesnikov is looking to advance position but Romanov has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
Romanov misses with a head shot.
Kolesnikov is working to get back to half guard.
Romanov looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Romanov raining down hammerfists from mount.
Kolesnikov is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Romanov looking to secure an arm triangle but Kolesnikov defends it well.
Romanov working the ground and pound effectively.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexander Kolesnikov really dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
Kolesnikov shoots in for a takedown but Romanov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Romanov shoots and misses
and Kolesnikov counters with a takedown into side control.
Romanov is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Kolesnikov asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Romanov takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Romanov managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kolesnikov.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Romanov is working to avoid the ground and pound but Kolesnikov connects with a decent elbow.
Kolesnikov creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Romanov is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Kolesnikov is controlling him well.
Kolesnikov misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Kolesnikov cracks Romanov with a big right hand but Romanov just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Kolesnikov lands a decent elbow from side control.
Romanov pushes Kolesnikov away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Kolesnikov gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Romanov is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Romanov is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Kolesnikov has just dragged him back down to the mat.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Romanov explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Romanov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kolesnikov as he avoids it easily.
Kolesnikov slaps away a takedown attempt from Romanov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Maksim Romanov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kolesnikov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Romanov wants to get back to his feet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kolesnikov trying to control the action but Romanov is working from the bottom.
Ground and pound from Kolesnikov.
Kolesnikov prevents Romanov from standing back up.
Kolesnikov is nestled in close to Romanov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Romanov is looking to escape.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Romanov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kolesnikov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Kolesnikov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Romanov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Kolesnikov working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Romanov's thigh. Romanov counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Romanov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Kolesnikov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexander Kolesnikov dominated that fourth round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
Kolesnikov fails with the takedown
and Romanov counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Romanov.
Romanov forces his way into half guard.
Romanov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Romanov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Romanov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Romanov wants to pass to mount but Kolesnikov is defending the position.
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.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Romanov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kolesnikov tries to kick Romanov off but Romanov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Romanov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Ground and pound from Romanov.
Romanov lands with a punch from half guard.
Romanov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Kolesnikov!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Romanov thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Romanov throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
BOOM! Romanov connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Romanov sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Romanov throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Kolesnikov wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Romanov.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Romanov throws some wild stikes that Kolesnikov manages to avoid easily.
Kolesnikov tries to hold on but Romanov pushes him away.
Kolesnikov in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Romanov looking to ground and pound but Kolesnikov is blocking nicely.
Romanov connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Kolesnikov wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Romanov.
Kolesnikov is looking to improve his position but Romanov isn't that keen on the idea.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Poor strikes thrown by Romanov there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Maksim Romanov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Romanov looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Romanov scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Kolesnikov?
Romanov postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Kolesnikov looks a forlorn figure.
Romanov throwing strikes here but Kolesnikov is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Alexander Kolesnikov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Romanov misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
And that's the end of the fight!
Maksim Romanov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kolesnikov 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 47:48
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 47:48
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexander Kolesnikov!
Alexander Kolesnikov is the new super heavyweight champion!
Alexander Kolesnikov took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, :: Happy Pills :: for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Javier Gattuso (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Mike Gouli (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Gattuso kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is DMX - X Gonna Give It To Ya. Gouli has chosen Lalalala as his entrance music. Javier Gattuso has a significant reach advantage - let's see if he can make it count.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
13 - 10 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Javier Gattuso!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Mike Gouli!
The judges for this bout are Saam Ante, Aafke Stam and Paul Aken.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gouli shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Gouli missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Gattuso is trying to get back to full guard.
Gattuso moves into full guard.
Gouli postures up in Gattuso's guard and throws a big left but Gattuso blocks it.
Gouli works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Gouli is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Gouli thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gattuso regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Gouli.
Gouli working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Gouli trying to control but Gattuso is working from the bottom.
Gattuso is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gouli is aware though and is defending well.
Gouli wants to control from the top but Gattuso keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gattuso is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gouli forces his way into half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gouli throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Gattuso trying to hold on to Gouli's head to control him but Gouli postures up.
Gattuso blocking the ground and pound attempt from Gouli.
Gattuso tries to kick Gouli off but Gouli keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Gattuso wants to improve his position but Gouli is controlling well.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gattuso won't allow Gouli to pass to mount.
Gouli not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Gattuso tries to kick Gouli off in order to stand up. Gouli Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control.
Gouli trying to control the position but Gattuso is working away.
Gouli throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Gouli tries to score with some ground and pound. Gattuso controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Gattuso regains half guard, as Gouli was trying to land strikes.
Gouli tries to pass the half guard into mount. Gattuso knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gouli stalling away here and it's allowed Gattuso to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Gattuso not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gattuso working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gouli doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gouli manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gouli throws a big elbow that misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gouli working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mike Gouli 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.
Gattuso moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
It looks like Mike Gouli has been cut.
Gouli clinches up with Gattuso and pushes him back against the cage.
Gattuso gets underhooks to prevent Gouli's takedown attempt.
Gouli is trying to drag Gattuso to the mat but Gattuso just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Gattuso lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Gouli.
Gattuso breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Gouli crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Gattuso - the referee stops the clock and Gouli gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Gattuso. Gouli manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Javier Gattuso is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gattuso lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gattuso fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Gouli looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Gouli is breathing heavily.
Gattuso drops Gouli with a beautiful combination! Gouli stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Gattuso is looking for the KO!
Gouli is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gattuso grits his teeth and throws a big right-left combo! Gouli takes both shots clean on the chin and is out cold! Gattuso cracks him once more on his way down, as the crowd goes wild! They enjoyed that one!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Javier Gattuso!
A very excited looking Javier Gattuso 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 light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Triya Again (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Maxi Rodriguez (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Rodriguez is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Eusko Abendaren Ereserkia. The key to victory for Triya Again has got to be keeping the fight on the feet.
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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 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Triya Again!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
9 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Maxi Rodriguez!
The judges for this bout are Nard Betker, Saam Ante and Wagner Zegers.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rodriguez looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into mount! Oh, that's bad for Again!
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Rodriguez jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Again manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Again tries to buck Rodriguez off but Rodriguez is having none of it.
Rodriguez is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Again is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Again is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Rodriguez is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Again knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Again tries to buck Rodriguez off but Rodriguez is having none of it.
Again gets back to half guard.
Again is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rodriguez pulls his head out easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Again is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rodriguez's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rodriguez's back!
Again is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Rodriguez knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Rodriguez for a finish.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriguez tries to escape but Again has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Again is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Rodriguez has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Rodriguez turns into Again and is now in his guard.
Rodriguez drops back looking for a leg! Again is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Again manages to kick Rodriguez off! Rodriguez jumps back into Again's guard.
Again has his foot on Rodriguez's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rodriguez works his way back into a safe position though.
Again has an active guard here but Rodriguez has managed to pass into half guard.
Rodriguez is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Again is just riding it out for now. Rodriguez eventually gives up the hold.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rodriguez is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Again is looking to improve his position but Rodriguez isn't that keen on the idea.
Rodriguez working for a guillotine from mount but Again is in no mood to give up.
Rodriguez working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Rodriguez is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Again has managed to escape the submission attempt.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Again sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Rodriguez wants to advance to full mount but Again doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Rodriguez won't allow Again to sweep him here.
Again can't keep his opponent in guard - Rodriguez advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Rodriguez is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Rodriguez is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Again sees it coming and defends easily.
Again is looking for a sweep. Rodriguez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Again looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Again is looking to improve his position.
Rodriguez is trying to work for a kimura but Again is defending well.
Again looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Again is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rodriguez pulls his head out easily.
Rodriguez is working for a submission of some sort.
Again is looking to improve his position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Again looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Maxi Rodriguez dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Rodriguez shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Again sprawls well. Again wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Rodriguez gets slowly back to his feet.
Rodriguez fails to land the takedown.
Again throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rodriguez moves out of range of the body kick from Again.
Again throws a quick inside leg kick.
Rodriguez misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Triya Again has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maxi Rodriguez.
Rodriguez walks forward, straight into a front kick from Again.
A nice leg kick lands there from Again.
Rodriguez fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Again lands with a kick to the temple. Rodriguez shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
It looks like Maxi Rodriguez has been cut.
Rodriguez is breathing heavily.
Again is looking to land body kicks.
Again scores with a nice body kick.
Again scores with a push kick.
Rodriguez blocks a head kick by Again.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Again - that will leave a mark!
Again lands a big head kick that sends Rodriguez tumbling to the mat! Again takes a step backwards and waves Rodriguez back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Rodriguez is rocked!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rodriguez drops his hands momentarily and Again needs no second invitation. He sets himself and throws a perfect high kick, that clips Rodriguez just on the top of the head. Rodriguez drops like a sack of potatoes to the canvas, out cold! Oooooooh yeah! Stick a fork in Rodriguez - he's done!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:07 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Triya Again!
Triya Again retains his light heavyweight title!
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