MCC 75: Showdown At 205 PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Leonard Rockstein (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Russ Reaper (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Rockstein comes to the cage accompanied by I'm just a Rock 'n' Roll Clown - Dr Rockzo. Leonard Rockstein has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Rockstein
vs
Reaper

175 cm
24
275 lbs
10 - 12 - 1

196 cm
29
280 lbs
7 - 15 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent boxer
KO power

BJJ Purple Belt
Decent boxing
Knockout power

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 10 - 12 - 1, fighting out of Montreal, Leonard Rockstein!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 7 - 15 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Russ Reaper!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Ian Loll and Yves DeLean.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Reaper rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rockstein counters with a series of strikes. Reaper will be more careful next time no doubt.
Reaper lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.

It looks like Leonard Rockstein has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Reaper shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Rockstein as he jumps to the side.
Reaper takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Some wild striking there from Reaper.
A head kick by Reaper misses
and Rockstein counters with a flying knee. Nice.

Reaper takes the fight into the clinch.
Reaper keeps control of Rockstein as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Rockstein lands a hook to the side of the head.

Rockstein's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.

Rockstein lands a big head kick that sends Reaper tumbling to the mat! Rockstein takes a step backwards and waves Reaper back to his feet - he wants the finish!

Reaper is rocked!

It looks like Russ Reaper has been cut.
Rockstein lands a big uppercut and this one is all over! His foe lies motionless on the canvas - a massive one punch knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Leonard Rockstein!

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hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Beast Of The East (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Nate Hikaro (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Beast Of The East could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Nate Hikaro's chin.

Of The East
vs
Hikaro

178 cm
19
162 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

182 cm
18
155 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter striker
Big heart

Dangerous GnP
Brawler
Determined

Doom Fightwear & Laundry Service

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Beast Of The East!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Nate Hikaro!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Gregory Folan and Yves DeLean.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hikaro fails with the takedown
and The East makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
The East changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The East uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hikaro.

The East shoots in for a takedown and gets it.

The East is working for a submission of some sort.

The East seems to be working for a kimura but Hikaro defends the submission attempt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!

The East is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hikaro wants to get back to his feet.

That's one minute gone in the round.
The East is trying to control the action in half guard but Hikaro is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The East prevents Hikaro from standing back up.

The East is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Hikaro is trying to stand.

The East is trying to work for a kimura but Hikaro is defending well.

The East is working for a kimura but Hikaro is defending it quite comfortably.

The East looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
The East prevents Hikaro from improving his position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

The East is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hikaro is looking to escape.
The East wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hikaro keeps working.

The East is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Well, if The East is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Nice strikes from The East there.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
The East winds up and cracks Hikaro with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The East trying to control the action but Hikaro is working from the bottom.
Hikaro is looking to improve his position.
Hikaro wants to get back to his feet.
Hikaro wants to stand back up but The East manages to pass into side control.

The East wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Hikaro, who protects the arm well.

The East has an Americana. Hikaro didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! The East is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if The East hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Beast Of The East!
Beast Of The East thanked the fans post fight for their support.

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energy
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hype
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pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
47%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Luisito Pallagud (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Senior Los Mentos (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Luisito Pallagud has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Pallagud
vs
Los Mentos

172 cm
25
150 lbs
2 - 1 - 0

170 cm
19
149 lbs
1 - 4 - 0

Dangerous GnP
Excellent boxer
Very strong

BJJ White Belt
Decent boxing
Powerful

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Luisito Pallagud!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Senior Los Mentos!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Dillan Fox and Alec Ball.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Pallagud gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Pallagud has Los Mentos pressed against the cage, preventing Los Mentos from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Los Mentos working hard to break the clinch.
Pallagud goes for a takedown in the clinch but Los Mentos prevents it.
Pallagud goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Los Mentos wants to get back to striking at distance but Pallagud won't allow it.
Pallagud leaning his opponent against the cage.
Los Mentos is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Pallagud keeps control of Los Mentos as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Pallagud wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Los Mentos wants to get back to striking at distance but Pallagud won't allow it.
Los Mentos is trying to force a seperation but Pallagud has the dominant position.
Pallagud has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Pallagud has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Los Mentos after a bit of a struggle.
Los Mentos wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Los Mentos prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Luisito Pallagud. That's going to take a lot out of him.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Los Mentos wants to break free but Pallagud has control.
Los Mentos keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Pallagud's efforts to push away.

Pallagud breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Pallagud ducks under a wild hook from Los Mentos.
Los Mentos lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Pallagud circles away quickly and effectively.
Los Mentos misses with a few strikes there.
A combination from Los Mentos does no damage.
Los Mentos throws the left hand but Pallagud avoids the punch easily.
Nice takedown defense from Los Mentos. No joy for Pallagud on that attempt.
Pallagud loads up on a big right hand but Los Mentos slips the punch.
Pallagud swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Los Mentos misses with a wild combination.
Los Mentos lands a nice hook to Pallagud's body. Pallagud takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Los Mentos dodges the punch combination from Pallagud.
Pallagud walks into a left hand.
Los Mentos on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Los Mentos stuffs the takedown attempt from Pallagud. Pallagud gets slowly back to his feet.
Los Mentos throws a right and a left that both miss.
A looping hook to the body misses from Los Mentos. Pallagud does a little dance to reset his feet.
Los Mentos swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Pallagud misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Los Mentos throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Pallagud stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Pallagud fails to land with a series of punches.
Los Mentos scores with a jab. Pallagud acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Los Mentos throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Los Mentos scores with a one two! Pallagud had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Pallagud takes one to the side of the head.
Los Mentos scores with a punch to the head.

It looks like Luisito Pallagud has been cut.
Los Mentos looks to land a combination but Pallagud avoids it well.
A combination from Pallagud does no damage.
Pallagud is breathing heavily.
Los Mentos misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Pallagud misses with a body shot.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Los Mentos misses with a wild combination.
Los Mentos throws a hook but Pallagud blocks it.
Pallagud shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Los Mentos but Los Mentos pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Los Mentos connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Pallagud's hands.
Los Mentos uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Pallagud.
Pallagud takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Pallagud has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Pallagud there as he acknowledges the shot.
Pallagud shoots in and drives through. Los Mentos sprawls well.
Los Mentos scores with a punch to the head.
Los Mentos scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.

Pallagud is rocked!
and Los Mentos counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Pallagud! He's just covering up as Los Mentos starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Senior Los Mentos!
Senior Los Mentos seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

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energy
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hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
70%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Gray Maynard (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Mister Deeds (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Maynard kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Kickstart. Deeds has chosen Palmdale by Afroman as his entrance music. Mister Deeds has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Maynard
vs
Deeds

172 cm
24
155 lbs
1 - 1 - 0

170 cm
19
155 lbs
2 - 2 - 0

Good takedowns
Counter striker
Self confident

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Solid chin

Doom Fightwear & Laundry Service

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Gray Maynard!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Mister Deeds!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Elvis Blanc and Alec Ball.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Deeds throws a low kick but Maynard moves out of range easily.
Maynard fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Deeds checks it well.
Deeds tries to close the distance and clinch but Maynard swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Maynard scores with a body shot.
Deeds ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Maynard closes this distance looking for a takedown but Deeds circles away.

Maynard closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
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.
Maynard working away.
An elbow from Maynard crashes against the mat.
Maynard working away.
Deeds is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Maynard has just dragged him back down to the mat.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Maynard trying to control the action but Deeds is working from the bottom.
A lull in the action here as Maynard stalls from top position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Deeds is trying to get back to his feet.
Maynard misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Maynard wants to lay and pray for a moment but Deeds keeps working.
You can see the frustration on Deeds's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Deeds is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Maynard asserts his dominance and retains side control.

Maynard wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Deeds, who protects the arm well.
Maynard in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Maynard is staying tight to Deeds's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Maynard working the strikes but Deeds uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Maynard prevents Deeds from standing back up.
Maynard performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Maynard lands with a punch from half guard.
Deeds wants to get back to his feet.
Deeds is staying active underneath Maynard, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Well, if Maynard is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Gray Maynard has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Maynard shoots in for a takedown but Deeds shows good takedown defense.
Maynard goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Maynard shoots in for a takedown but Deeds shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gray Maynard. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Deeds misses with a looping left.
Deeds is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Maynard.

Maynard shoots in and gets a takedown into Deeds's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Maynard trying to control the position from guard on top but Deeds is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Deeds trying to keep a closed guard but Maynard is proving a slippery customer.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Maynard postures up in Deeds's guard and throws a big left but Deeds blocks it.
Deeds is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Maynard content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Deeds working a defensive guard but Maynard passes into half guard.
Maynard with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Deeds can do anything to dispel that myth.

Deeds is defending against the submission attempts here by Maynard.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Maynard working Deeds over with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gray Maynard dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Maynard scores with a one two! Deeds had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.

Maynard is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Deeds's half guard.
Maynard is keen to just control but Deeds is a slippery customer.
Maynard prevents Deeds from improving his position.
Deeds is refusing to be controlled, as Maynard sits in half guard.
Maynard missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Maynard wants to lay and pray for a moment but Deeds keeps working.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.

Gray Maynard has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.

Maynard throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Deeds was covering up waiting for the punch and Maynard finishes the takedown easily into guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Maynard controlling from the top position.
Maynard wants to pass the guard but Deeds is keeping the position.
Deeds working a defensive guard but Maynard passes into half guard.
Maynard works his way into full mount!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Deeds is trying desperately to improve position.
BOOM! Maynard connects with a massive shot to the dome!

Maynard is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Deeds is surviving well by controlling Maynard's body position as best he can.
Maynard 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.
Maynard wants to control the pace but Deeds is squirming around nicely.
Deeds wants to control but Maynard is having none of it.
Maynard trying to control but Deeds is having none of it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Maynard misses with a head shot.
Maynard lands a big elbow.
Maynard looking to control and managing it successfully.
Maynard landing shots from mount.
Maynard trying to control but Deeds is having none of it.
Maynard scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Deeds?
Deeds really trying hard to get back to half guard here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Deeds is squirming around, avoiding Maynard's attempts to control the action.
The referee warns Deeds that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Maynard trying to control but Deeds is having none of it.
Maynard raining down shots from the mount!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Maynard pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Maynard looking to control and managing it successfully.
Maynard can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Deeds is looking to escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gray Maynard dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!

Maynard uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Deeds has time to react.
Deeds connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.

It looks like Gray Maynard has been cut.
Deeds misses with an uppercut

and Maynard counters with a nice double leg into side control. Deeds won't be happy with that.
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!
Deeds can't do much from the bottom here.
Maynard lands a decent elbow from side control.
Maynard is looking to take a break and control but Deeds is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Maynard is really struggling to control Deeds but he's trying to hold on to the position.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Maynard thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Maynard trying to control the position but Deeds is working away.
Deeds wants to control but Maynard postures up.
Deeds might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Maynard kaven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Deeds dodges the ground and pound from Maynard.
Gray Maynard is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Maynard is looking to take a break and control but Deeds is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Deeds wants to get back to his feet.
Maynard controls the position.
Gray Maynard overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.

We're going to have a standup here because Gray Maynard wasn't active enough for the referee's liking.
Deeds misses with a body shot.
Mister Deeds seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Maynard manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Deeds on his heels. He'll look to pass Deeds's guard now, I'm sure.
Maynard controlling from the top position.
Mister Deeds has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Deeds has Maynard pulled in close to control his posture.

We're going to have a standup here because Gray Maynard wasn't active enough for the referee's liking.
Maynard shoots in but no luck this time.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Maynard tries to score a power double leg takedown but Deeds sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Maynard somewhat.
Deeds throws a jab but it's blocked by Maynard.
Maynard is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Deeds can do to turn this around?
Deeds scores with a body shot.
Gray Maynard is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A jab from Deeds does it's job there.
Mister Deeds is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!

Maynard shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Deeds tries to roll over but Maynard keeps him under control.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Maynard trying to control from half guard but Deeds is working away.
Maynard prevents Deeds from standing back up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gray Maynard showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Maynard, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 30:27
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gray Maynard!
In his post fight interview, Gray Maynard started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

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energy
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hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
61%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Pierre La Plante (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Joe Lauzon (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). La Plante's entrance music is MegaDeth- This Day We FIGHT!. A fine choice. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

La Plante
vs
Lauzon

176 cm
27
165 lbs
8 - 5 - 0

178 cm
25
164 lbs
3 - 1 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Solid boxing
Experienced

BJJ Purple Belt
Basic striking
Very confident

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 8 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Pierre La Plante!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Joe Lauzon!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Gregory Folan and Trevor Gratis.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Lauzon decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
La Plante is trying to stand up here but Lauzon is controlling him well.
La Plante keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
La Plante is looking to control Lauzon's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can La Plante avoid being mounted?
Lauzon thows a huge punch but La Plante dodges it nicely.

Lauzon is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so La Plante is just riding it out for now. Lauzon eventually gives up the hold.

Lauzon wants to work for an arm triangle but La Plante is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Lauzon lands with a punch from half guard.
La Plante gets back to full guard.
Lauzon wants to pass the guard but La Plante is keeping the position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
La Plante wants to get back to his feet but Lauzon is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Lauzon advances position into side control!

Lauzon swings around for an armbar but La Plante sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Lauzon's guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells La Plante's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Lauzon wants to stand but La Plante is controlling the position.
La Plante stands up over Lauzon, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Lauzon is looking to stand up but La Plante isn't so interested in that idea.
La Plante is in close to Lauzon's body, working some short punches and elbows.
La Plante 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.
La Plante won't allow Lauzon to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
La Plante trying to control but Lauzon is working from the bottom.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lauzon preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lauzon working a defensive guard here.

Lauzon is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lauzon looks gassed!
La Plante sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lauzon wants to sweep but no luck.
La Plante trying to control but Lauzon is working from the bottom.
Lauzon utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Lauzon keeping moving, preventing La Plante from controlling successfully.

The ref stands the fighters back up because Pierre La Plante just wasn't active enough.
La Plante stuffs the takedown attempt from Lauzon. Lauzon gets slowly back to his feet.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lauzon misses with a takedown attempt
and La Plante counters with a three punch combo that has Lauzon backing up. Lauzon nods at La Plante to acknowledge the strikes.
La Plante slaps away a takedown attempt from Lauzon, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Pierre La Plante has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joe Lauzon.
La Plante connects with a jab and follows up with a big overhand right! Oh that's hurt Lauzon! He's out on his feet! La Plante rushes in and drops Lauzon with another big right hand, forcing the referee to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Pierre La Plante!
Pierre La Plante thanked the fans post fight for their support.

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hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
48%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Maximus Merceli (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and RJ Jepaul (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.

Merceli
vs
Jepaul

180 cm
19
185 lbs
5 - 4 - 0

177 cm
21
188 lbs
1 - 1 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Granite chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Enjoys gardening

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 5 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Maximus Merceli!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, RJ Jepaul!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Elvis Blanc and William Peck.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jepaul shoots in but no luck this time.
Jepaul shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Merceli sprawls well. Merceli wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Jepaul gets slowly back to his feet.
Merceli lands a jab-cross combination.
Merceli displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Jepaul.
Maximus Merceli has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of RJ Jepaul.
Jepaul bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Merceli tries to bum rush Jepaul with a series of wild strikes but Jepaul uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Jepaul ducks under a wild hook from Merceli.

Merceli gets a double leg takedown into Jepaul's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Merceli wants to stand but Jepaul is controlling his posture from full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Merceli with a flurry of punches that miss.

Merceli gets to his feet - Jepaul follows without any prompting.
Jepaul throws a series of punches but Merceli moves out of range.

Merceli rushes Jepaul and presses him up against the cage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Jepaul has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Merceli is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Jepaul looking for a takedown.
A short left from Merceli.
Merceli lands an uppercut.

Merceli breaks the clinch.

Merceli gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Merceli looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Jepaul trying to control but Merceli is working from the bottom.
Jepaul won't allow Merceli to get back to his feet.
Jepaul controls from within his opponent's guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Merceli is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Jepaul throws a strike but Merceli rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Jepaul has his hands on Merceli's head, controlling the position.
Merceli wanted to stand there but Jepaul had control of the position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Merceli distracts Jepaul with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Merceli wants to control from the top but Jepaul keeps moving.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Jepaul preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jepaul utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Merceli wants to get up but he can't break Jepaul's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Jepaul throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Merceli wanted to stand there but Jepaul had control of the position.
Jepaul lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Merceli!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Jepaul cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Merceli wants to try and get back to his feet.
Jepaul looking to control but Merceli is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Merceli is trying to stand up.
Jepaul controlling his opponent.
Merceli in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Maximus Merceli 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.

Nice sprawl there from Merceli as Jepaul shoots in.
Maximus Merceli seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.

Merceli looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Merceli trying to control but Jepaul is working from the bottom.
Merceli preventing the sweep.
Jepaul not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.

Merceli stands up and waves to Jepaul to follow him.
Merceli swings wildly with a couple of big hooks

and Jepaul counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Jepaul.
Jepaul is looking to take this one to the mat.
Merceli wants to break free but Jepaul has control.
Jepaul keeps control of Merceli as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Jepaul goes for a takedown in the clinch but Merceli prevents it.
Maximus Merceli has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of RJ Jepaul.
Jepaul goes for a takedown attempt but Merceli pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Merceli stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Merceli wants it to stay on the feet.
Jepaul shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Jepaul is breathing heavily.
Jepaul will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.

Merceli dives in and scores a takedown into Jepaul's guard.

Merceli stands and steps away. Jepaul gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.

Merceli shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Jepaul manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.

Jepaul had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Merceli defends it easily.
Merceli wants to stand but Jepaul is controlling his posture from full guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jepaul utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Merceli working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Jepaul's head.
Jepaul has a closed guard, preventing Merceli from standing up.
Jepaul wants to sweep but no luck.
Merceli would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.

Merceli decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Jepaul, up you get!
Merceli keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Jepaul fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Merceli misses with a few strikes there.
A left lands for Merceli.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Some wild striking there from Merceli.
Merceli fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A punch combination from Merceli misses.
Maximus Merceli is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jepaul showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Merceli.
Jepaul fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Merceli dips to his left and cracks Jepaul with an uppercut!
Jepaul delivers a nice body kick.
Jepaul shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Merceli pinned against the cage. Merceli gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Merceli lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Jepaul circles away quickly and effectively.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Jepaul rushes Merceli and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.

Merceli breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Maximus Merceli is winning the standup battle so far.
Merceli tries to bum rush Jepaul with a series of wild strikes but Jepaul uses good footwork to avoid the assault.

Merceli gets caught flat footed, as Jepaul shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Jepaul in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jepaul pushing down on Merceli's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.

Jepaul wants to work for an arm triangle but Merceli is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Merceli is looking for a sweep. Jepaul is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Jepaul looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Jepaul with the ground and pound but Merceli uses the opportunity to regain guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Maximus Merceli dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!

Merceli misses with a looping right.

Jepaul gets caught napping as Merceli dives in and scores a takedown. Jepaul manages to retain guard.
Merceli would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Merceli is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Merceli throws a big right hand that misses.
Jepaul keeping full guard, as Merceli tries to pass.
Jepaul tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Merceli is working Jepaul over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.

Jepaul is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Merceli defends well.
Jepaul takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Merceli trying to stand up but can't free himself from Jepaul's guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Jepaul trying to control the position.
Maximus Merceli overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Merceli working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Merceli wants to get up but he can't break Jepaul's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Jepaul preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Merceli trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Jepaul trying to control the position.
Jepaul wants to sweep but no luck.

Merceli decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Merceli throws a hook to the side of Jepaul's head but Jepaul sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Maximus Merceli is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Merceli lands a two punch combo.

Merceli moves into the clinch successfully.
Merceli working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Merceli prevents a body shot from Jepaul.

Merceli lands a takedown into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jepaul has a closed guard, preventing Merceli from standing up.

Merceli stands and steps away. Jepaul gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Jepaul will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.

Merceli is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Jepaul's half guard.
Jepaul blocking the ground and pound attempt from Merceli.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Merceli is trying to control the action in half guard but Jepaul is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Merceli not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Merceli seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Merceli trying to control the action but Jepaul is working from the bottom.
Merceli is thwarting Jepaul's attempts to control the position.

Jepaul actively working from the bottom here.
Merceli thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Jepaul's head.
Merceli wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jepaul keeps working.

Merceli stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Jepaul to get to his feet.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jepaul shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Merceli defends it nicely.
Merceli throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jepaul drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
RJ Jepaul has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Merceli fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jepaul tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Merceli swivels and escapes.
Maximus Merceli has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of RJ Jepaul.
Merceli shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Jepaul eats them both and turns towards Merceli to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Jepaul.
Jepaul takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Merceli bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
Maximus Merceli showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Merceli has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 30:27
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Peck scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Maximus Merceli!

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hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
69%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Rusty Clapper (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kaien Cao (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Clapper comes to the cage accompanied by Who Gon Stop Me. The fight MMA fans around the world have waited their entire lives for!

Clapper
vs
Cao

175 cm
29
160 lbs
11 - 3 - 0

175 cm
23
165 lbs
3 - 1 - 0

BJJ Brown Belt
Counter striker
Experienced

Good wrestler
Decent boxing
Granite chin

Doom Fightwear & Laundry Service

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the lightweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 11 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Rusty Clapper!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Kaien Cao!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Yves DeLean and Robert Douchet.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Clapper shoots in looking for a takedown. Cao tries to sprawl out of it but Clapper keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Cao manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Cao loads up on a big right hand but Clapper slips the punch.
Clapper ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Cao dodges the punch combination from Clapper.
A jab from Cao does it's job there.
Clapper shoots for a double leg takedown but Cao sprawls well. He's pushed Clapper's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Clapper shoots for a takedown but Cao saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rusty Clapper. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cao lands a body shot.
Cao throws a poor cross that misses

and Clapper moves into the clinch.
Clapper is working for takedown but Cao is calmly controlling the position for now.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Clapper tries to pull guard but Cao won't allow it.
Clapper is trying to drag Cao to the mat but Cao just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Cao lands a left hand that snaps the head of Clapper backwards.
Cao makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Cao misses with a hook from the clinch.
A hook to the body from Cao.
Cao lands with a right to the head.
Clapper is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Cao to keep the fight standing.
Cao lands an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Cao.
Clapper is breathing heavily.
Clapper blocking some punches.
A body shot lands from Cao.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Clapper looking for a takedown.
Cao lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A short left from Cao.
Cao pushes Clapper back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Cao lands with a short head shot on the inside.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Cao lands a left hand that snaps the head of Clapper backwards.
Cao lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Clapper backwards.
Clapper has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Cao avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Cao lands a shoulder strike.
Cao makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Cao lands a nice uppercut.

Clapper is rocked!
Cao throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Clappers head.
Oh Clapper is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Cao fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Clapper seems to have got his legs back now.
Cao scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Clapper takes a shot to the head.

Cao connects with a big uppercut there that sends Clapper tumbling to the ground! Cao follows him down into his guard.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Clapper keeping moving, preventing Cao from controlling successfully.
Clapper wants to improve his position but instead Cao has moved into half guard.
Cao frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Cao is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Cao!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Kaien Cao!
Kaien Cao is the new lightweight champion!
Kaien Cao seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

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energy
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hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
61%

Main event

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Charlie Runkle (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Travis Parker (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Runkle
vs
Parker

190 cm
22
210 lbs
4 - 1 - 0

187 cm
23
200 lbs
8 - 2 - 0

Abu Dhabi Champ
Excellent boxer
Cardio machine

Powerful takedowns
Excellent boxer
Good gas tank

Doom Fightwear & Laundry Service

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 4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Charlie Runkle!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 8 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Travis Parker!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Alec Ball and Trevor Gratis.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Parker closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.

Parker manages to break the clinch.
Parker on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Runkle dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Parker. That did some damage!
Parker tries for a takedown but Runkle sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Runkle throws an off balance right hand
and Parker counters with a nice uppercut.
Good leg kick by Runkle there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Parker takes one to the side of the head.
A punch combination from Parker misses.
Parker swings for the body but Runkle moves out of range.
Charlie Runkle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Parker throws a low kick but Runkle avoids it.
No joy there for Parker, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Runkle keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
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!
Parker scores with a body shot.
Parker throws a lazy right hand but Runkle sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Parker takes a kick to the side of the head.
Nice shot lands for Parker.
Parker throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Runkle takes a swing at Parker's ribcage but misses.
Parker looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Runkle showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Parker.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Runkle tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A left and a right from Parker both land. Nice combination.
Runkle thows a body shot but no joy.
A cross from Runkle lands.
Runkle looks for the body kick but Parker saw that one coming.
Parker on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Parker scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Parker lands a lovely overhand right.
Runkle throws a looping overhand right but Parker ducks down to avoid it.
Runkle throws out a leg kick but Parker moves out of range and Runkle only half commits.
No luck for Runkle with that takedown attempt.
Parker throws a big shot that misses.
Parker throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Runkle stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Runkle works Parker's body with a nice hook.

Runkle closes the distance and pushes Parker back into the cage.
A short left from Runkle.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Runkle makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.

Parker breaks the clinch.
Runkle throws a leg kick which misses Parker's front leg but catches the back leg as Parker tries to avoid it.

Runkle closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Runkle is looking to take a break and control but Parker is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Runkle misses with the ground and pound.
Parker is letting Runkle control him for a moment.
Parker is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Runkle controls the position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Runkle goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Parker rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Runkle's guard! Nice work there by Parker!
Parker looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Runkle looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.

The ref stands the fighters back up because Charlie Runkle just wasn't active enough.
Parker misses with a wild body shot.
Runkle throws a quick inside leg kick.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Runkle misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Runkle fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Parker.
Runkle slips a jab and a cross from Parker.
Parker throws a shot to the body.
Runkle swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Parker.

Parker drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Runkle not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Runkle wants to sweep here but Parker controlling him for the moment.
Runkle working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Parker.
Parker must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Parker wants to control from the top but Runkle keeps moving.
Parker with a flurry of punches that miss.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!

Runkle working for a triangle but Parker defends it easily.
Runkle is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
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 Charlie Runkle will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.

Parker throws a series of punches but Runkle avoids them all with ease.
Parker misses with a wild combination.
Runkle stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Parker throws a right and a left that Runkle avoids nicely.
Runkle misses with a kick to the body.
Parker looks to land a combination but Runkle avoids it well.
Runkle tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Parker counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Runkle lands with a thumping leg kick.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Runkle.
Parker misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Runkle.
Runkle keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Parker attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.

Runkle is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Parker's half guard.
Runkle is trying to control. Parker wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Parker works his way to full guard. Good work.
Parker keeping moving, preventing Runkle from controlling successfully.
Runkle showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Runkle passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Runkle wants to control but Parker is keeping him busy.
Parker is looking for a sweep.
Charlie Runkle overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Runkle wants to control but Parker is keeping him busy.
Runkle is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Parker is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Parker tries to improve position but can't.
Runkle trying to control the position but Parker is working away.

The ref stands the fighters back up. Charlie Runkle wasn't doing enough on the ground.
Parker misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Runkle.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Runkle misses with an uppercut.
Parker throws a hook but Runkle blocks it.
Parker throws a hook but Runkle blocks it.
Parker takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Parker throws a series of punches but Runkle avoids them all with ease.
Runkle misses with a body shot.
Runkle thows a body shot but no joy.
Charlie Runkle is winning the standup battle so far.
Parker jabs Runkle to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Runkle defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Parker.
Parker pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Runkle back to the cage. Parker follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
A jab lands there for Runkle.
Runkle throws the left hand but Parker avoids the punch easily.
Runkle misses with a wild body shot.
Runkle thuds his shin into the meat of Parker's side.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Runkle throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Runkle misses with a looping left.
Parker takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Runkle dips down and scores with a jab to the body.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Runkle uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Parker.
Runkle is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Nice jab there from Runkle.

Parker pushes Runkle up against the cage in a clinch.
Runkle can't find room to land a body shot as Parker controls the action.
With the fighters up against the cage, Runkle throws an elbow but misses.
Runkle misses with a punch to the body.
Runkle lands with a right to the head.
Runkle swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Runkle is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Runkle lands a shoulder strike.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Parker has Runkle pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Runkle manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Charlie Runkle has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Travis Parker.
Runkle misses with a body punch.
Parker is looking to break free of the clinch but Runkle has double underhooks.
Runkle prevents a body shot from Parker.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Charlie Runkle dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Runkle looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Parker throws an overhand right that lands on Runkle's shoulder, as Runkle tries to avoid the shot.
Parker takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Runkle misses with a left hand
and Parker cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Parker misses with a two punch combination.
Runkle fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Parker has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Nice jab there from Runkle.

Runkle fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Parker, pushing him back against the cage.
Parker blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Parker blocks a body shot from Runkle.
Runkle creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Parker's defenses.
Runkle throws a head punch that misses.
Runkle misses with a punch to the body.
Runkle fails to land with a short punch on the inside.

Parker breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Runkle scores with the left hand. Parker knows he should have avoided that one.
Parker darts in and out, connecting with a jab.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Runkle lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Parker takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Runkle is looking to clinch.
Parker throws a right and a left that both miss.
Runkle swinging wildly here.
Runkle with a nice cross.
Runkle tries to land a front kick but Parker steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Parker blocks a jab.
Parker cracks Runkle with an open hand slap.
Runkle stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Runkle throws a right and a left that both miss.
Parker throws a nice looking combination but Runkle bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Runkle fails with an attempt to clinch.
Runkle feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Parker's calf.
Runkle throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Parker's waist but Parker gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Runkle off to one side.
Runkle misses with a hook. Parker ducked under it nicely.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Runkle jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A clash of legs there as Parker blocks the low kick.
Parker throws a right and a left that Runkle avoids nicely.
Runkle showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Parker.
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!
Runkle tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Parker was well out of range. Poor timing from Runkle.
Runkle looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Parker lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Runkle circles away quickly and effectively.
Parker takes one to the chin there.
Runkle takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Runkle shoots for a double leg takedown but Parker sprawls well. He's pushed Runkle's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Runkle sizes up Parker with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Parker misses with a straight left.
Parker throws a shot from downtown. Runkle moves away and avoids it.
Runkle throws out a leg kick but Parker moves out of range and Runkle only half commits.
Runkle throws a front kick that sends Parker stumbling back into the cage.
Runkle jabs away that one connects to the head of his opponent.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Parker misses with a few strikes there.
Parker takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Runkle scores with a jab.
Parker fails to land with a series of punches.
Runkle tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Parker misses with the combination.
Runkle looks for a takedown but Parker sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Charlie Runkle. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Parker moves into range and clinches up with Runkle.
Parker is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Runkle pushes Parker back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Runkle throws a punch but it's blocked by Parker.
Runkle softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Parker is trying to break the clinch but Runkle has him pressed against the cage.
Runkle goes for a body shot but it's blocked.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A head punch on the inside from Runkle fails to land.
Runkle scores with an uppercut up the middle.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Runkle.
Runkle lands an elbow just above Parker 's eye.
Runkle trying to land knees to the body.
Runkle prevents a takedown attempt there.
A short right from Runkle on the inside.
Runkle tries a body shot but Parker blocks it.
Runkle misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Runkle gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Runkle lands with a right to the head.
Parker is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Runkle is defending well.
Runkle tries to throw a body punch but Parker avoids it by throwing Runkle back against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Charlie Runkle clearly takes that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!

Runkle throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Parker's waist but Parker gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Runkle off to one side.
Runkle works Parker's body with a nice hook.
Parker closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Runkle misses with an attempted mid kick.
A big right from Runkle misses.
Parker's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Parker lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Parker blocks a low kick nicely.

Runkle gets tackled into the cage by Parker. Parker maintains the clinch.
Runkle fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Parker blocks a body shot from Runkle.
Runkle has a couple of punches blocked by Parker.
Parker is trying to break the clinch but Runkle has him pressed against the cage.
Parker blocks an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Parker on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Runkle throws a head punch that misses.
Parker working hard to break the clinch.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Runkle misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Parker scores with a shoulder strike.
Parker has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Runkle is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Parker dodges an elbow strike from Runkle.
Runkle struggles to land a body shot inside as Parker controls his hands.
Parker avoiding damage as Runkle throws knees to the body.
Parker blocks the elbow strike.
Runkle is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Runkle lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Parker.
Parker is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Runkle lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Parker backwards.
Runkle lands a body shot in the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Runkle is trying to pull guard but Parker has him pressed against the cage.
Runkle scores with a nice hook to the head.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Runkle tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Runkle tries a body shot but Parker blocks it.
Parker has had enough of the clinch but Runkle keeps him there for the moment.
Runkle tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Runkle tries a body shot but Parker blocks it.
Runkle lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Runkle misses with the head strike.
Parker tries to break the clinch but Runkle is controlling the position.
Runkle goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Runkle lands an uppercut.
Runkle misses with a body punch.
Runkle struggles to land a body shot inside as Parker controls his hands.
Parker drops down looking for an ankle pick but Runkle pulls his leg out and moves away.
Charlie Runkle has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Travis Parker.
Parker shoots in looking for a takedown but Runkle manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Parker's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Runkle misses with a hook.
Runkle throws out a token jab with nothing on it.

Runkle rushes Parker and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Parker prevents a body shot from Runkle.
Parker goes for a takedown in the clinch but Runkle prevents it.
Runkle misses with a punch to the body.
Runkle tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Parker just stands there and leans against the cage.
Charlie Runkle has scored more points in the clinch so far.

Parker escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Runkle fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Runkle tries to clinch but Parker moves out of range.
Runkle is looking to clinch.
Runkle throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Parker stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Parker swinging wildly here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Runkle looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Runkle stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Runkle wants it to stay on the feet.
Runkle tries to clinch but Parker moves out of range.
A punch combination from Parker misses.
Runkle slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Runkle misses with a wild body shot.
Runkle shoots for a double leg takedown but Parker sprawls well. He's pushed Runkle's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Parker bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Runkle takes one to the side of the head.
Runkle throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Runkle tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Parker was well out of range. Poor timing from Runkle.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Parker throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Parker lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Parker misses with a series of wild punches.
Runkle throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Charlie Runkle had his way with Travis Parker in that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!

Runkle fails to land the takedown.
Parker throws a right and a left that Runkle avoids nicely.
Runkle moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Runkle tries to clinch but Parker moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Runkle. Parker does a little dance to reset his feet.
Runkle throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Runkle. Parker shrugs it off though.
Parker throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Parker drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Parker blocks the body kick.
Runkle throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Parker scores with a shot to the body.
Runkle works Parker's body with a nice hook.
Parker throws a right and a left that both miss.
Runkle stuns Parker with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Parker drops his hands momentarily and Runkle takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Runkle lands a nice hook to Parker's body. Parker takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Travis Parker is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Parker throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Runkle's waist but Runkle gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Parker off to one side.
Parker is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Parker takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Runkle buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Runkle cracks Parker with a right hand to the side of the head.
Runkle keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Parker takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Runkle blocks a jab.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Runkle checks a leg kick.
Runkle feints and then cracks Parker's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Parker down.
Parker ducks right into an uppercut from Runkle.
Runkle scores with a nice body kick.
A punch combination from Parker misses.
Runkle throws a leg kick which misses Parker's front leg but catches the back leg as Parker tries to avoid it.
Parker throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Parker misses with a two punch combination.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Parker has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Runkle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Parker will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Runkle thumps Parker with a low kick.
A slapping body kick lands there for Runkle.
Runkle tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Parker paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Runkle looks to land a right hand but Parker moved out of range.
Good leg kick by Runkle there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Parker takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Parker tries to bum rush Runkle with a series of wild strikes but Runkle uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Runkle is looking to clinch.

Runkle clinches with his opponent.
Parker blocking some punches.
Parker blocks a body shot from Runkle.
Runkle can't find room to land a body shot as Parker controls the action.
Runkle misses with a punch on the inside.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Runkle misses with some punches.
Parker is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Runkle is defending well.
Runkle lands an uppercut.
Runkle tries to work over Parker's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Runkle prevents a body shot from Parker.
Parker tries to circle away but Runkle has him pinned against the cage.
Parker is looking to take this one to the mat.
Charlie Runkle has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Travis Parker.
Runkle tries to throw a body punch but Parker avoids it by throwing Runkle back against the cage.
Parker tries to break free but Runkle pushes him back against the cage.
Parker is trying to push Runkle away but Runkle has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Runkle throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Runkle goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Parker is looking to break free of the clinch but Runkle has double underhooks.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Parker prevents a body shot from Runkle.
Parker drops down looking for an ankle pick but Runkle pulls his leg out and moves away.
Runkle tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Parker was well out of range. Poor timing from Runkle.
Runkle throws a body kick that misses.
Runkle throws a right and a left that Parker avoids nicely.
Runkle ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Parker moves away.
Runkle misses the shot to the body.
Runkle throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Parker blocks a head kick by Runkle.
Runkle just misses with a punch to the body.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Parker takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Travis Parker has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A good leg kick by Runkle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Parker takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Charlie Runkle is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Parker takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.

And that's the end of the fight!
Charlie Runkle showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Runkle has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 50:45
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 50:45
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Charlie Runkle!
Charlie Runkle retains his light heavyweight title!
Charlie Runkle decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.