CWFL 156 PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Ryu Machida (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Angus MacKenzie (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Machida might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Street fighter theme song by pennywise. Ryu Machida had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business

Machida
vs
MacKenzie

225 cm
25
300 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

200 cm
22
275 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
Good chin

BJJ White Belt
Good kicks
Solid chin

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 Hilo, Ryu Machida!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Angus MacKenzie!
The judges for this bout are Micheangelo Fripello, Chris Saunders and Josh West.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
MacKenzie wants to clinch but Machida slips to the side
and Machida finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Machida throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by MacKenzie.

It looks like Angus MacKenzie has been cut.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from MacKenzie lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Machida has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Machida and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.

Machida is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in MacKenzie's half guard.
Machida tries to pass the half guard into mount. MacKenzie knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
MacKenzie pushes Machida off looking to stand but Machida dives back in and keeps control.
Machida not doing much here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Machida's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Machida stops MacKenzie from getting back to his feet.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Machida stands up out of the half guard.
MacKenzie wants to clinch up but Machida keeps it at a distance.
Machida fails with the takedown.
MacKenzie tries to clinch but Machida moves away
and Machida counters with a nice uppercut.
Machida shoots in for a takedown but MacKenzie shows good takedown defense.
MacKenzie throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacKenzie wants to clinch up but Machida keeps it at a distance.
Machida circles away from the clinch attempt.

Machida shoots in and gets a takedown into MacKenzie's guard.
Machida won't allow MacKenzie to get back to his feet.
Machida lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Machida not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Machida stops MacKenzie from standing up.
Machida keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of MacKenzie's head.
MacKenzie is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Machida is controlling him.
MacKenzie has momentary wrist control but Machida slips an elbow through the middle.

MacKenzie has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Machida off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.

Machida changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. MacKenzie looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Machida staying calm.

Machida thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
MacKenzie is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Machida is controlling him well.
Machida controls the position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Machida throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
MacKenzie wants to get back to his feet.
MacKenzie tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Machida takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Machida looking to finish MacKenzie with some ground and pound. This is bad for MacKenzie!
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Machida controlling the pace for now.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Machida with shots to the head and body - MacKenzie looks very uncomfortable down there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryu Machida dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Angus MacKenzie's cut.
That's time! Machida's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Machida with a hook.

That has opened up Angus MacKenzie's cut even more.
Machida shoots in but no luck this time.

Machida has managed to clinch.
Machida drops down looking for an ankle pick but MacKenzie pulls his leg out and moves away.
Machida changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. MacKenzie tries to avoid it but Machida manages to keep hold of a leg and drag MacKenzie to the ground. MacKenzie escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ryu Machida. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Machida shoots for a takedown but MacKenzie saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Machida circles away from the clinch attempt.
MacKenzie with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
MacKenzie is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
MacKenzie falls off balance throwing a combination
and Machida counters with a left and a right that stings MacKenzie.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacKenzie connects with a solid leg kick.
MacKenzie tries to clinch but fails miserably

and Machida decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in MacKenzie's guard.
MacKenzie is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Machida slips nicely into half guard.
MacKenzie wants to get back to his feet.
Machida scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Machida prevents MacKenzie from standing back up.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Machida controlling the action here.

Machida decides to stand up.
MacKenzie tries to clinch there but Machida circles away.
Good exchange - MacKenzie coming out on top.
MacKenzie misses with a leg kick.

Machida rushes MacKenzie and presses him up against the cage.

Machida breaks from the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.

MacKenzie gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Machida to score an easy takedown into full guard.
MacKenzie wants to stand up but Machida is controlling him.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Machida pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. MacKenzie is keeping the position for now.
Machida knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for MacKenzie on the ground.

Machida thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Ryu Machida overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Machida passes into half guard.
MacKenzie won't allow Machida to pass to mount.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Machida is working hard here to advance position.
Machida not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Machida is trying to control. MacKenzie wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
MacKenzie is in trouble now - Machida has advanced to mount!

Machida jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but MacKenzie manages to avoid the submission attempt.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
MacKenzie prevents Machida from improving position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryu Machida dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Angus MacKenzie's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!

MacKenzie throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Machida looks for a takedown but MacKenzie sprawls well.
MacKenzie moves to clinch but Machida breaks away

and Machida counters with a nice single leg takedown and he's in MacKenzie's guard now.
MacKenzie is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Machida dives into side control.

Machida tries for a kimura but MacKenzie is defending well.
MacKenzie is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Machida has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Machida just content to control the position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Machida grinds an elbow into MacKenzie's temple.
MacKenzie is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Machida asserts his dominance and retains side control.
MacKenzie being controlled for a moment.
Machida is looking to take a break and control but MacKenzie is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
MacKenzie is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
MacKenzie takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Machida has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Machida controlling his opponent.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Machida postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. MacKenzie looks a forlorn figure.

The cut above Angus MacKenzie's eye is starting to cause him problems now.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Angus MacKenzie's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Ryu Machida!
After winning the bout, Ryu Machida thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
72%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Maki Daebak (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Viktor Sol (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Maki Daebak had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business

Daebak
vs
Sol

175 cm
27
155 lbs
7 - 10 - 1

170 cm
26
152 lbs
15 - 9 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Excellent boxer
Very strong

Good wrestler
Good kicks
Determined

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 7 - 10 - 1, fighting out of Hilo, Maki Daebak!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 15 - 9 - 0, fighting out of New York, Viktor Sol!
The judges for this bout are Ryoma Takatsuka, Micheangelo Fripello and Chris Saunders.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Daebak feints and as Sol raises his hands in defense, Daebak changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Daebak stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sol swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sol has control of Daebak's left arm, preventing Daebak from doing any damage.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Sol looks for a takedown but Daebak sprawls well.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Daebak.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Daebak fails to land the takedown.
Daebak lands a jab.
Daebak shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Sol as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Maki Daebak. That's going to take a lot out of him.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sol misses with a takedown
and Daebak counters with a left and a right that stings Sol.
Daebak misses with a series of wild punches.
Sol slips a jab and a cross from Daebak.
Sol looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Sol tries to keep at a distance but Daebak has taken the fight into the clinch.

Daebak is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Sol can't fight it off and eventually Daebak manages to take the fight to the floor. Sol looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Daebak tries to free his leg and advance position but Sol is retaining full guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Daebak is working hard here to advance position.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.

Sol has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Daebak can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Daebak looking to pass the guard.
Daebak postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Maki Daebak dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!

Sol bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Daebak prevents Sol from moving into mount.
Sol has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Sol unloading with bombs!

Sol is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Daebak is surviving well by controlling Sol's body position as best he can.
Sol with good strikes from the mount here!
Daebak squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Sol landing punches.
Daebak is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.

Sol swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Daebak is now in Sol's guard. A big mistake from Sol there, giving up the dominant position!

Daebak drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Sol manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Daebak has Sol in his guard.
Sol wants to control from the top but Daebak keeps moving.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sol throwing strikes from guard but Daebak blocks nicely.

Daebak is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sol defends well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sol wants to pass the guard but Daebak is keeping the position.
Sol throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Daebak works some decent striking defense from the bottom.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Sol drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Daebak manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Sol has Daebak in his guard.
Daebak would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.

Sol looking for a guillotine here but Daebak defends easily.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Daebak is pushing down on Sol's leg trying to pass to half guard. Sol is fighting to maintain full guard but Daebak has managed to sneak the leg through.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.

Daebak is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.

Daebak is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sol is just riding it out for now. Daebak eventually gives up the hold.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Sol showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!

Sol looks for a takedown but Daebak sprawls well.
Maki Daebak is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Daebak moves in looking to clinch but Sol pushes him off.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Daebak keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Daebak tries for a takedown but Sol sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.

Daebak gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.

Daebak throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sol slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Sol working the strikes but Daebak uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Daebak is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Sol scores with a couple of nice shots.
Daebak blocking the ground and pound attempt from Sol.
Sol seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sol takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Sol not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sol wants to pass to mount but Daebak is defending the position.
Daebak keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Sol trying to mount his opponent but Daebak defends it.
Daebak is refusing to be controlled, as Sol sits in half guard.
Daebak blocking the ground and pound attempt from Sol.
Sol lands with a punch from half guard.
Sol is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Sol missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sol landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Sol throwing shots but Daebak is blocking nicely.
Sol not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Sol looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Sol takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Daebak wants to get back to his feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Daebak regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Sol.

And that's the end of the fight!
Viktor Sol comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Sol 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 Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 28:29
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Viktor Sol!
Viktor Sol very nearly forgot to thank KINGDOM amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
42%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Ryan Carter (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Riessig Slade (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Slade is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Conan The Destroyer. 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.

Carter
vs
Slade

189 cm
23
201 lbs
10 - 6 - 0

182 cm
32
197 lbs
21 - 12 - 0

Good wrestling
Excellent boxer
Granite chin

BJJ Purple Belt
Good kicks
Powerful

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 10 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Ryan Carter!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 21 - 12 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Riessig Slade!
The judges for this bout are Paul Gruel, Colin Fray and Roger Salmon.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Carter misses with a straight left.
Carter loads up on a big right hand but Slade slips the punch.
No luck for Slade with that takedown attempt.
Carter throws a big shot that misses.
Carter circles away from the clinch attempt.
Carter throws a jab when Slade was well out of range.
Carter connects with a single shot there.
Carter throws out a powerful jab.
Carter misses with an uppercut.
Carter cracks Slade with a good jab.
Slade defending well as Carter loads up on a big left hand.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Carter lands an overhand right.
Slade slips under a jab from Carter.
Carter looks to land a left hand but Slade moved out of range nicely.
A nice combination there by Carter.
Carter thows a body shot but no joy.
Slade tries to clinch but Carter moves away
and Carter counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ryan Carter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Slade slips a straight right by Carter.
Carter tries a head kick but it misses.
A slow jab from Carter misses its intended target.
Slade uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Carter.
Slade takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Slade shoots for a double leg takedown but Carter sprawls well. He's pushed Slade's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Carter fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Slade manages to avoid it.
Carter throws a looping overhand right but Slade ducks down to avoid it.
Carter swats away the attempt to clinch by Slade.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Carter throws a lazy uppercut
and Slade cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Slade uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Carter.
Carter connects with a nice looking jab.
Carter throws a right hand that misses
and Slade counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nice jab there from Carter.
Carter connects with a crisp jab.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Slade.
Ryan Carter has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Riessig Slade.
Slade drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Carter with a nice cross.
Slade ducks under a wild hook from Carter.
Slade slips under a jab from Carter.
Slade throws a low kick but it's checked well by Carter.
Carter throws a shot from downtown. Slade moves away and avoids it.
Slade on the wrong end of a nice hook.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Slade avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Slade keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Carter.
Ryan Carter is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Carter swings widly with a right hand

and Slade counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Slade.
Slade is stalling here.
Carter blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Slade fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Slade prevents a body shot from Carter.
Carter lands an uppercut.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Carter blocks a punch to the side of the head.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

Carter's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Slade on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Carter throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan Carter dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!

Carter sizes up Slade with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Carter misses with an uppercut.
Slade walks into a straight right hand from Carter.
A looping hook to the body misses from Carter. Slade does a little dance to reset his feet.
Slade takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Carter misses with a head kick.
Carter throws a big shot that misses.
Slade avoids a punch combination nicely.
Carter misses with a shot to the body

and Slade holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Carter lands with a right to the head.
Carter controlling the action here for a moment.
Carter tries to break free but Slade pushes him back against the cage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Carter blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Slade's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Slade tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.

Carter breaks the clinch.
Carter is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Carter scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Carter throws a jab when Slade was well out of range.
Slade misses with a takedown attempt - Carter sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Carter misses with a hook. Slade ducked under it nicely.
Carter looks to land a right hand but Slade moved out of range.
Carter keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Slade takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Carter cracks a nice hook into Slade's ribs.
Carter thumps Slade with a low kick.
Ryan Carter is winning the standup battle so far.
Carter will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Carter throws an ugly left hook that misses

and Slade counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Slade.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A nice left hand lands by Carter.

Carter breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Some bone on bone action there as Slade checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A swing and a miss from Carter.
Slade moves out of range as Carter strikes.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Slade avoids the head kick by Carter.
Carter misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Slade to counter with a crisp jab.
Slade steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Carter.
Slade moves out of range as Carter strikes.
Slade shoots in and drives through. Carter sprawls well.
Ryan Carter has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Riessig Slade.
Carter misses with a looping right.
Carter misses with a looping right.
Carter throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
The fighters circling - Carter throws out the jab but it was never going to land.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Carter thows a body shot but no joy.
Slade bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Riessig Slade is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Slade bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Slade uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Carter.
Slade avoids a kick to the body.
Carter throws a shot from downtown. Slade moves away and avoids it.
Carter misses with a straight left.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Slade moves out of range as Carter throws a body kick.
Carter misses with a head kick.
Carter throws a head kick that misses
and Slade counters with a series of strikes. Carter will be more careful next time no doubt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan Carter dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!

Carter throws a lazy right hand but Slade sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
That kick from Carter tenderised Slade's leg. Slade is trying to keep his angry face on.
Carter misses with a right hand
and Slade counters with a nice uppercut.
Carter chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Carter misses with an uppercut.
Slade fails with the takedown.
Slade wants to clinch.
Carter misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Slade.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Slade moves out of range of the strikes.
Carter jabs Slade right on the nose. Slade blinks but takes it well.
Slade closes the distance but Carter moves to the side
and Carter counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Carter misses with a straight left.
Carter jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The fighters circling - Carter throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Slade tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Carter paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Slade scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Slade is looking to clinch but Carter is avoiding it.
Slade fails with an attempt to clinch.
Carter bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Carter bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Slade's head.
Carter's corner calls for a 1-2. Carter obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Slade tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Carter paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Slade misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Carter keeps the fight on the outside.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Carter getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Carter misses with a low kick as Slade jumps back.
Slade shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Carter pinned against the cage. Carter gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Ryan Carter has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Riessig Slade.
Carter lands a jab.
Slade uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Carter.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Carter lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Slade has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Slade and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.

Slade clinches with his opponent.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Slade has a couple of punches blocked by Carter.
Carter misses with an elbow strike.
Carter blocking some punches.
Nice body punch from Carter - that landed with a thud.
Slade takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Slade.

Carter breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Carter looks to land a right hand but Slade moved out of range.
Carter is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Slade can do to turn this around?
Carter moves into range and connects with a jab.
Riessig Slade has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Slade looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Nice defenses there by Slade.
Ryan Carter is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Carter connects with a body shot that sends Slade's belly button to the back.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ryan Carter showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Carter 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 Paul Gruel scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 30:27
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ryan Carter!
A relieved looking Ryan Carter thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
44%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Donte Demirro (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Richard Richmond IV (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!

Demirro
vs
Richmond IV

155 cm
29
130 lbs
9 - 7 - 0

160 cm
28
130 lbs
6 - 4 - 0

Powerful takedowns
Basic striking
Cardio machine

Powerful takedowns
Excellent boxer
Heavy handed

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 9 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Donte Demirro!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 6 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Richard Richmond IV!
The judges for this bout are Micheangelo Fripello, Josh West and Ryoma Takatsuka.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Richmond IV clinches.
Richmond IV wants a takedown but no success here.

Richmond IV jumps guard.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Demirro is looking to work some ground and pound but Richmond IV has wrist control.
Richmond IV really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Demirro. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Demirro sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Richmond IV's guard.

Demirro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Richmond IV sees it coming and defends easily.
Richmond IV trying to control but Demirro postures up.
Demirro sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Richmond IV defending well though.
Demirro throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Nice strikes from Demirro there.
Richmond IV is looking to improve his position.
Demirro thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Demirro not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Richmond IV is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Demirro scores with a couple of nice shots.
Demirro throwing shots but Richmond IV is blocking nicely.
Richmond IV trying to control but Demirro postures up.
Demirro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Richmond IV keeps working.
Demirro misses with a head shot. Richmond IV uses the momentum to regain guard.
Demirro throws a big right hand that misses.
Demirro scoring with some ground and pound.
Demirro with a flurry of punches that miss.
Demirro trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Demirro stops Richmond IV from standing up.
Demirro is looking to work some ground and pound but Richmond IV has wrist control.
Richmond IV wants to stand but Demirro is controlling the position.
Demirro postures up in Richmond IV's guard and throws a big left but Richmond IV blocks it.
Demirro loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Richmond IV has momentary wrist control but Demirro slips an elbow through the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Richmond IV working a defensive guard here.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Demirro accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Richmond IV not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Richmond IV preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Demirro throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Demirro cracks Richmond IV with a solid left hand.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Demirro with a nice head shot there.
Richmond IV utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Demirro connects with a couple of short punches.
Demirro wants to pass the guard but Richmond IV is keeping the position.
Demirro is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Demirro in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Demirro wants to control from the top but Richmond IV keeps moving.
Demirro loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Demirro loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Demirro with a flurry of punches that miss.
Demirro trying to control but Richmond IV is working from the bottom.
Demirro throws a big elbow that misses.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Demirro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Richmond IV swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Demirro scoring with some ground and pound.
Demirro throws a big right hand that misses.
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.
Demirro not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Richmond IV utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Demirro is looking to work some ground and pound but Richmond IV has wrist control.
Demirro is looking to work some ground and pound but Richmond IV has wrist control.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Demirro throws a big elbow that misses.
Demirro works a leg free and moves into half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Demirro connects with a nice short shot to Richmond IV's temple.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Donte Demirro dominated that round.
That's time! Demirro's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Richmond IV closes this distance looking for a takedown but Demirro circles away.
Richmond IV displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.

Demirro fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Richmond IV, pushing him back against the cage.
Richmond IV tries for a takedown but Demirro manages to get underhooks.
Demirro prevents the takedown attempt.
Donte Demirro has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Richard Richmond IV.
Demirro is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Richmond IV gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Demirro has Richmond IV pressed against the cage, preventing Richmond IV from circling away and getting back to striking at range.

Demirro has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Richmond IV is trying to keep an underhook but Demirro manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Richmond IV trying to control here.
Demirro missing with the ground and pound from half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Demirro lands strikes from half guard.
Demirro thows a huge punch but Richmond IV dodges it nicely.
Richmond IV tries to roll over but Demirro keeps him under control.
Demirro throws a strike but Richmond IV avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Demirro throwing strikes but missing.
Demirro postures up in Richmond IV's guard and throws a big left but Richmond IV blocks it.
Demirro distracts Richmond IV with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Demirro missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Demirro working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Demirro throws a big right hand that misses.
Demirro throws a big right hand that misses.
Demirro throws a big elbow that misses.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Richmond IV working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Demirro.
Demirro throwing strikes from guard but Richmond IV blocks nicely.
Richmond IV keeping moving, preventing Demirro from controlling successfully.
Demirro works over Richmond IV with some ground and pound from guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Richmond IV working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Demirro.
Demirro trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Demirro seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Demirro wants to control from the top but Richmond IV keeps moving.
Demirro throws a big right hand that misses.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Richmond IV preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Demirro controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Demirro in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Richmond IV trying to keep a closed guard but Demirro is proving a slippery customer.

Demirro drops back looking for a leg! Richmond IV is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Richmond IV manages to kick Demirro off! Demirro jumps back into Richmond IV's guard.
Demirro postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Demirro postures up in Richmond IV's guard and throws a big left but Richmond IV blocks it.
Demirro 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.
Demirro throwing strikes but missing.
Demirro postures up in Richmond IV's guard and throws a big left but Richmond IV blocks it.
Demirro looking to pass the guard.
Demirro trying to control the position from guard on top but Richmond IV is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Demirro content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Demirro with a flurry of punches that miss.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Demirro in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Demirro accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Demirro wants to control from the top but Richmond IV keeps moving.
Demirro throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Richmond IV works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Donte Demirro dominated that second 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. This is the final round!

A nice combination there by Richmond IV.
Richmond IV misses with a wild body shot.
Demirro avoids a punch combination nicely.

Demirro gets a takedown into half guard.
Demirro looks to land a strike but Richmond IV avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Demirro with a flurry of punches that miss.
Demirro postures up in Richmond IV's guard and throws a big left but Richmond IV blocks it.
Demirro loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Richmond IV is trying to keep Demirro in close.
Donte Demirro overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Demirro working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Richmond IV utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Demirro in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Demirro loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Demirro throwing strikes from guard but Richmond IV blocks nicely.
Demirro slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Demirro tries to score with some ground and pound. Richmond IV controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Demirro cracks Richmond IV with a big right hand but Richmond IV just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.

Demirro tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Demirro has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Demirro is trying to ground and pound but Richmond IV uses the momentary lack of control by Demirro to regain half guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Demirro throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Richmond IV to regain full guard.
Demirro stands up over Richmond IV, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Richmond IV controls Demirro momentarily but Demirro frees himself.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Demirro is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Richmond IV preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Richmond IV avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Demirro with a flurry of punches that miss.
Demirro lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Richmond IV looking to control.
Richmond IV working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Demirro.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Demirro postures up in Richmond IV's guard and throws a big left but Richmond IV blocks it.
Richmond IV utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Demirro postures up in Richmond IV's guard and throws a big left but Richmond IV blocks it.
Demirro cracks Richmond IV with a solid left hand.
Demirro with a flurry of punches that miss.
Demirro passes Richmond IV's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Richmond IV takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Demirro is keen to just control but Richmond IV is a slippery customer.
Demirro not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Demirro sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Richmond IV defending well though.
Demirro wants to pass the guard but Richmond IV is defending well.
Richmond IV is not content to let Demirro control the position.
Demirro slips a nice elbow through Richmond IV's hands, connecting with Richmond IV's forehead.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Demirro working Richmond IV over with strikes.

Demirro is working for a submission of some sort.
Demirro lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Richmond IV blocking the ground and pound attempt from Demirro.
Demirro thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Richmond IV is looking for a sweep. Demirro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Demirro missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Richard Richmond IV has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Donte Demirro is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Demirro is looking to take a break and control but Richmond IV is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Donte Demirro showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Demirro, 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 Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 30:27
Judge Josh West scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Donte Demirro!
A victorious Donte Demirro thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
63%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Kyle McDougall (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Trey Money (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Money is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Triumph by Wu Tang Clan. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

McDougall
vs
Money

195 cm
23
213 lbs
11 - 5 - 0

194 cm
27
210 lbs
11 - 15 - 1

BJJ Purple Belt
Excellent boxer
Granite chin

BJJ Brown Belt
Excellent boxer
Granite chin

Beast Body

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 11 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Kyle McDougall!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 11 - 15 - 1, fighting out of Hilo, Trey Money!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fray, Paul Gruel and Josh West.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Money's hands are dropping dangerously low here and McDougall connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Money scrambles back to his feet.
Money shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
McDougall lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Money circles away quickly and effectively.
Money takes one to the chin there.

It looks like Trey Money has been cut.
Money shoots in but McDougall avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Nice jab there from McDougall.
Money wants to clinch.
Money shoots in but McDougall avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kyle McDougall has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Trey Money.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McDougall cracks Money with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Money shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nice takedown defense from McDougall. No joy for Money on that attempt.
A cross from McDougall lands.
McDougall connects with a body shot that sends Money's belly button to the back.
McDougall misses with a double jab.
Money shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. McDougall defends it nicely.

That's one minute gone in the round.
McDougall lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
McDougall throws a right hand that Money ducks under and follows up with a left that Money also avoids with ease.
McDougall scores with a jab to the jaw.
McDougall throws a good cross that connects.

That has opened up Trey Money's cut even more.
Money is trying desperately to land a takedown but McDougall is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Money.
Money takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McDougall throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Money stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A combination from McDougall does no damage.
McDougall lands with a nice body punch.
Money looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kyle McDougall seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Money looks gassed!
McDougall tests Money's chin there with a solid looking shot.
McDougall misses with a combination

and Money counters with a shoot takedown. McDougall fights it but they end up in guard.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
McDougall looking to sweep here. No luck so far.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Money trying to control the position from guard on top but McDougall is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McDougall looking to sweep here. No luck so far.

McDougall is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Money trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McDougall trying to control the position here.
Money looking to pass the guard.

Money thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Money trying to control but McDougall is working from the bottom.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Money trying to move into half guard but instead McDougall has managed to sweep!
Money keeping full guard, as McDougall tries to pass.

Money is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McDougall defends well.
McDougall loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
McDougall throwing strikes but missing.
McDougall pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Money is keeping the position for now.

Money has his foot on McDougall's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. McDougall works his way back into a safe position though.

Money looking for a guillotine here but McDougall defends easily.
Money keeping moving, preventing McDougall from controlling successfully.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
McDougall looking to sit in guard and control but Money gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McDougall keeping moving, preventing Money from controlling successfully.
McDougall wants to stand up but Money is controlling him.

Money got a little sloppy there for a moment and McDougall has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Money has managed to get both his arms back between McDougall's legs - danger averted.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!

Money avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Money wants to control from the top but McDougall keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kyle McDougall dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Trey Money's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.

Money misses with a double jab
and McDougall counters with a left to the body.
Money misses with a takedown attempt
and McDougall counters with a one-two to the body.
McDougall leaves Money with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
McDougall lands a slapping body shot.
Money dodges the punch combination from McDougall.
Nice cross by McDougall.

The cut above Trey Money's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Money showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McDougall.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McDougall cracks a nice hook into Money's ribs.

Money fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging McDougall to the ground. Money is now in McDougall's guard.

McDougall working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Money doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but McDougall is tightening it up a little... Money has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Money reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Money taps out! Nice BJJ there by McDougall!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Kyle McDougall!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Pavel Burov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Buck Shmuck (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Burov comes to the cage accompanied by Russian Rocket. Pavel Burov has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Burov
vs
Shmuck

171 cm
26
145 lbs
22 - 5 - 0

174 cm
27
135 lbs
19 - 17 - 0

Powerful takedowns
Excellent boxer
KO power

BJJ Purple Belt
Excellent boxer
Powerful

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 22 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Pavel Burov!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 19 - 17 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Buck Shmuck!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fray, Ryoma Takatsuka and Jeff Smith.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Burov throws a nice looking combination but Shmuck bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Shmuck moves in looking to clinch but Burov pushes him off.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Burov.
Shmuck closes the distance looking to clinch
and Burov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Burov throws a lazy right hand but Shmuck sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.

Burov tries to sprawl but Shmuck drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Burov is looking to control Shmuck's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Burov avoid being mounted?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shmuck missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Burov trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Shmuck manages to pass to mount!
Shmuck is landing with some decent strikes but Burov is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Shmuck thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Shmuck 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.
Burov regains half guard.
Burov is looking to escape.
Shmuck not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Shmuck is pressing down on Burov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Burov is holding on for now.

Shmuck wants to work for an arm triangle but Burov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Burov tries to get to full guard but Shmuck has control of the leg.

Shmuck is looking for a kimura but Burov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Shmuck to get the leverage.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Burov is pressing down on Shmuck's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Burov controls Shmuck momentarily but Shmuck frees himself.
Shmuck showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Shmuck must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Burov has his hands on Shmuck's head, controlling the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Burov is on top in guard.
Burov advances position into side control!

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Burov tries for a kimura but Shmuck is defending well.
Shmuck is looking to reverse the position.

Burov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Burov tries to advance to mount but can't.

Burov decides to stand back up. Burov steps back and let's Shmuck get back to his feet.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Shmuck tries to clinch up.
Shmuck keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.

Shmuck drives through and clinches with Burov against the cage.
Shmuck with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.

Shmuck has Burov pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Shmuck pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Burov tumbling to the mat - Shmuck dives into Burov's guard.
Shmuck trying to control but Burov is working from the bottom.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Burov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Burov throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
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 Pavel Burov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Burov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Shmuck shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Shmuck looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Shmuck throws a head kick that misses.
Burov throws a shot from downtown. Shmuck moves away and avoids it.
Burov lands with a right hand.
Shmuck is looking to take this fight into the clinch.

Shmuck darts in and clinches Burov up against the cage.
Shmuck is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Burov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Shmuck misses with a body punch.
Burov slows down the pace here.
Shmuck with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Burov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Knees in the clinch landing for Shmuck.
Shmuck is defending well against a takedown attempt.

Shmuck has hold of one of Burov's legs. Burov is fighting the takedown attempt but Shmuck gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Shmuck pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Burov is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shmuck is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Shmuck pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Burov is keeping the position for now.
Shmuck throws a strike but Burov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Burov would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Shmuck keeping full guard, as Burov tries to pass.
Burov stays in close to Shmuck's body and controls the position.

Burov gets to his feet. Shmuck looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Shmuck tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in the close the distance. Burov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Burov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Burov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Buck Shmuck seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Shmuck moves to clinch but Burov breaks away
and Burov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Burov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Shmuck.

Shmuck closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Shmuck lands in his opponent's guard.
Shmuck trying to control but Burov is working from the bottom.
Shmuck might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Burov kaven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Burov working a defensive guard here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Burov keeping full guard, as Shmuck tries to pass.
Burov wants to sweep but no luck.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Shmuck wants to control from the top but Burov keeps moving.

OK we're going to have a standup here. Buck Shmuck hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.
Shmuck is looking to clinch.
Burov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

Shmuck forces Burov back against the cage and clinches.
Shmuck with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Burov blocks an elbow strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Burov tries to circle away but Shmuck has him pinned against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Buck Shmuck showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Burov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

Shmuck wants to clinch up but Burov keeps it at a distance.

Shmuck scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Burov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Burov.
Burov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Shmuck is one step ahead there.
Shmuck pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Burov is keeping the position for now.
Shmuck trying to control the position from guard on top but Burov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Burov keeping full guard, as Shmuck tries to pass.
Shmuck passes into half guard.
Shmuck working the head and body with strikes.
Shmuck thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Burov's head.
Shmuck sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Burov defending well though.
Burov is trying to stand back up but Shmuck is controlling him
Shmuck looks to land a strike but Burov avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Shmuck throws a big right hand that misses.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Shmuck stops Burov from standing up.
Shmuck looking to pass the guard.
Shmuck distracts Burov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Shmuck connects with a couple of short punches.
Shmuck postures up.
Shmuck stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Burov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Burov seems keen to control Shmuck's posture.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Shmuck preventing the sweep.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.

Burov has his feet on Shmuck's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Shmuck moves in looking to clinch but Burov pushes him off.
Shmuck moves in looking to clinch but Burov pushes him off.
Burov with a jab.
Burov works the jab nicely.

Shmuck shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Burov's guard.

Burov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Shmuck is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Shmuck throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Burov keeping moving, preventing Shmuck from controlling successfully.
Burov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Shmuck manages to get himself to full guard.

Shmuck pushes Burov off and gets back to his feet.

Shmuck has managed to clinch.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Shmuck throws a knee to the head but misses.
Burov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.

And that's the end of the fight!
Buck Shmuck comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Shmuck 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 Colin Fray scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Buck Shmuck!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
59%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Guy Downs (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Michael Matthews (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Downs
vs
Matthews

175 cm
27
143 lbs
21 - 13 - 0

175 cm
26
140 lbs
17 - 5 - 0

Abu Dhabi Champ
Excellent boxer
Granite chin

Good wrestler
World class boxer
Good gas tank

Valhalla Fight Wear

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 21 - 13 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Guy Downs!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 17 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Michael Matthews!
The judges for this bout are Ryoma Takatsuka, Jeff Smith and Micheangelo Fripello.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Downs shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Matthews to counter with a crisp jab.
Downs shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Matthews as he avoids it easily.
Sloppy strikes from Matthews. Those never looked like landing.
Downs on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Downs fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Guy Downs. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Downs drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Matthews defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Downs.
Matthews throws a series of strikes that have Downs backpedaling.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Downs closes the distance looking to clinch
and Downs takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Downs shoots in looking for a takedown. Matthews tries to sprawl out of it but Downs keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Matthews manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Matthews misses with a right hand

and Downs counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Downs is keen to just control but Matthews is a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Downs is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Downs tries to free his leg and advance position but Matthews is retaining full guard.
Matthews preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Downs wants to pass the guard but Matthews is keeping the position.
Matthews keeping moving, preventing Downs from controlling successfully.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Downs showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Downs passes into half guard.
Downs wants to lay and pray for a moment but Matthews keeps working.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Matthews won't allow Downs to pass to mount.

Downs wants to work for an arm triangle but Matthews is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.

Downs is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Matthews sees it coming and defends easily.
Downs is pressing down on Matthews's thigh, looking to free his foot. Matthews is holding on for now.
Downs throwing shots but Matthews is blocking nicely.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Downs trying to mount his opponent but Matthews defends it.
Downs wants to advance to full mount but Matthews doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Matthews is looking to stand up but Downs isn't so interested in that idea.
Matthews avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Matthews keeping moving, preventing Downs from controlling successfully.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Downs 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.

Guy Downs dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!

Downs is trying hard to land a takedown here. Matthews sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
No luck for Downs with that takedown attempt.
Downs looks to clinch
and Matthews counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Matthews throws a right and a left that Downs avoids nicely.
Guy Downs seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Downs fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Guy Downs. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A left and a right from Matthews both land. Nice combination.

It looks like Guy Downs has been cut.
Downs tries to clinch up.
Downs fails with a takedown attempt.
Matthews throws a poor cross that misses

and Downs counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Downs is working for a kimura but Matthews is defending it quite comfortably.
Downs thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Matthews's head.
Matthews is looking to get back to is feet but Downs passes into side control.
Matthews defending against the ground and pound.
Downs wants to control but Matthews is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Downs looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Matthews is not content to let Downs control the position.
Downs working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.

Downs tries for a kimura but Matthews is defending well.

Downs goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Matthews rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Downs's guard! Nice work there by Matthews!

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Downs isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Matthews stacks Downs on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Matthews!
Guy Downs overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Downs tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Matthews wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Downs struggling a bit here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Downs is looking to reverse the position.
Downs manages to work his way to half guard, despite Matthews's best efforts.
Matthews wants to stand up but Downs is controlling the position.

Downs looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.

Downs has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Matthews escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Matthews!
Downs gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Guy Downs dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Guy Downs's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!

Matthews throws the left hand but Downs avoids the punch easily.
Downs misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Downs doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Matthews counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Matthews throws the left hand but Downs avoids the punch easily.
Downs throws a good cross that connects.

Downs looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.

Matthews has one foot on Downs's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Downs tries to clinch but Matthews is having none of it.
Downs looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Guy Downs. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Good exchange - Matthews coming out on top.
Matthews thuds his right hand into Downs's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Downs closes the distance and clinches up with Matthews, looking for a takedown. Downs pushes Matthews against the cage but Matthews circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Downs fails with the takedown.
Matthews's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Matthews duly obliges.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Downs fails with a takedown attempt.
Matthews connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Matthews swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A left lands for Matthews.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Downs shoots in looking for a takedown but Matthews manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Downs's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Nice sprawl there from Matthews as Downs shoots in.
Downs wants to clinch but Matthews slips to the side
and Matthews counters with a one-two to the body.
Downs displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Matthews throws out the jab.
Matthews throws a hook to the side of Downs's head but Downs sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Downs walks into a left hand.
Matthews jabs at Downs's body.
Downs slips a jab and a cross from Matthews.
Downs tries to close the distance and clinch but Matthews swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Matthews misses the shot to the body.
Matthews uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.

Downs is rocked!
Matthews leaves Downs with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Matthews scores with a nice head shot.
Oh Downs is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Matthews throws a hook but Downs blocks it.
Matthews might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Matthews lands a nice hook to Downs's body. Downs takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Guy Downs is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Matthews lands an uppercut, right on the button! Downs tumbles backwards into the cage, staring vacantly into space! He's got no idea where he is, who he is or what day it is... Poor guy.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:08 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Michael Matthews!
A less than humble Michael Matthews misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
55%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Dameon Machida (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jon Arona (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Machida comes to the cage accompanied by Brazilian Death. Arona has chosen Knock you out! as his entrance music. There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.

Machida
vs
Arona

179 cm
33
148 lbs
27 - 15 - 0

179 cm
26
155 lbs
16 - 7 - 0

Good wrestling
World class boxer
Cardio machine

BJJ Purple Belt
Excellent boxer
Heavy handed

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 27 - 15 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Dameon Machida!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 16 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Jon Arona!
The judges for this bout are Ryoma Takatsuka, Paul Gruel and Josh West.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Arona fails in his attempt to clinch.
Arona misses with a few strikes there.
Machida swats away the attempt to clinch by Arona.
Machida scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Machida looks for the body kick but Arona saw that one coming.
A nice leg kick lands there from Machida.
A punch combination from Arona misses.
Machida throws a sloppy head kick and Arona moves out of range easily.
Arona is looking to clinch but Machida is avoiding it.
Machida lands with a kick to the ribs.
Machida lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Machida misses with a series of wild punches.
Arona blocks a head kick by Machida.
Machida dodges the punch combination from Arona.
Arona looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Good exchange - Machida coming out on top.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sloppy strikes from Machida. Those never looked like landing.
Machida throws a leg kick which misses Arona's front leg but catches the back leg as Arona tries to avoid it.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Machida fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Arona.
Arona tries to clinch there but Machida circles away.
Machida scores with a leg kick.
Machida with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Machida feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Arona's calf.
Arona looks gassed!
Machida dodges the punch combination from Arona.
Arona sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machida cracks Arona with a right hand to the side of the head.
Machida lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Machida looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jon Arona seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Machida scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Machida throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Machida, right into the meat.
Arona takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Arona chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Machida can pounce on him.
Machida throws a nice inside leg kick.
Machida's corner calls for a 1-2. Machida obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.

Arona is rocked!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Machida connects with a leg kick. Arona looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Arona is still on wobbly legs! Can Machida finish him?
BOOM! Machida lands a beautiful left hook that drops Arona. Arona tries to recover but Machida is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Arona lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dameon Machida!
Dameon Machida thanked the fans post fight for their support.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Kekoa Kai (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Hugo Torres (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). This should be a great matchup!

Kai
vs
Torres

175 cm
28
160 lbs
20 - 11 - 0

179 cm
25
165 lbs
8 - 3 - 0

Good wrestling
World class boxer
KO power

Good wrestler
World class MT
Good gas tank

Gesundheit Designs
Steel Penn's Laundry 93%

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 20 - 11 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Kekoa Kai!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 8 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Hugo Torres!
The judges for this bout are Jeff Smith, Colin Fray and Micheangelo Fripello.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Torres pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kai throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Torres.
Kai scores with a hook.
Torres misses with a hook. Kai ducked under it nicely.
Kai sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Torres connects with a solid leg kick.
Kai uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Torres.
Torres fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kai is out of range.
Kai cracks a nice hook into Torres's ribs.
Kai fails to land with a series of punches.
Kai pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Torres throws a body kick that misses.
Good work by Kai as he checks the leg kick.
Torres dodges the punch combination from Kai.
Torres throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kai slips a jab from Torres.
Torres cracks Kai with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Kai misses with a wild body shot.
A head kick misses from Torres.
A big right from Kai misses.
Kai tests Torres's chin there with a solid looking shot.

It looks like Hugo Torres has been cut.
Torres throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Kai fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kekoa Kai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Torres lands a glancing blow to the side of Kai's head.

Kai is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Torres thows a body kick. Kai tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Oh Kai is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Torres lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kai seems to have got his legs back now.
A slow jab from Kai misses its intended target.
Torres takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Torres throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Torres scores with a leg kick.
Kai throws a right hand that Torres ducks under and follows up with a left that Torres also avoids with ease.
Torres jabs Kai right on the nose. Kai blinks but takes it well.
Kai misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Torres walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Kai drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Torres swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Kai's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hugo Torres!
A very excited looking Hugo Torres 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.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
66%

Main event

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Curtis Jones (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jack Morris (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Jones comes to the cage accompanied by Who Dat by Young Jeezy. Morris is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Let The Bodies Hit The Floor. Jack Morris has the power to score a knockout today if he connects clean with Curtis Jones's chin.

Jones
vs
Morris

208 cm
26
269 lbs
15 - 4 - 1

194 cm
28
256 lbs
19 - 14 - 0

Good wrestling
World class boxer
Cardio machine

Good wrestler
World class boxer
Good gas tank

Resistance
Real Fighters Nutrition

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 15 - 4 - 1, fighting out of Los Angeles, Curtis Jones!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 19 - 14 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Jack Morris!
The judges for this bout are Josh West, Ryoma Takatsuka and Chris Saunders.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Morris slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Morris misses with a kick to the body.
Morris throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jones moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Jones throws a sloppy head kick and Morris moves out of range easily.
Morris throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Morris misses with a head kick.
Jones lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Morris takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Morris. Jones does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jones throws a low kick, looking for Morris's leg but Morris calmly moves out of range.
Morris checks a leg kick.
Morris staying out of range there.
An inside leg kick lands from Jones.
Morris throws a nice outside leg kick.
Morris misses the shot to the body.
Good exchange - Morris coming out on top.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Morris checks a low kick from Jones.
Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Morris falls off balance throwing a combination
and Jones counters with a nice uppercut.
Morris lands a slapping body shot.
Morris keeps the fight on the outside.
Morris is looking to score with low kicks.
Morris tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in the close the distance. Jones manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Morris swinging wildly here.
Jones throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Jones.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
No joy there for Morris, who threw a few shots but didn't land.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Morris just misses with a punch to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Morris. Jones does a little dance to reset his feet.

Morris gets caught napping as Jones dives in and scores a takedown. Morris manages to retain guard.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.

Morris throws his legs up looking for a submission but Jones uses it to pass to side control.
Jones is staying tight to Morris's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Morris is trying to improve his position.
Jones throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Jones tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morris gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Jones looking to control and managing it successfully.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Morris is looking to improve his position but Jones isn't that keen on the idea.
Morris is squirming around, avoiding Jones's attempts to control the action.
Jones is really struggling to control Morris but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Morris tries to lock up and control but Jones gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Morris is looking to improve his position but Jones isn't that keen on the idea.
Morris is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Morris has given up his back here. Will Jones look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Morris is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Jones gets his hands free as Morris looks to control.

Jones looking for the choke from the back.

Jones is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Morris is defending well though. Jones let's go of the attempt for now.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Jones biding his time, looking for the opening.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Jones gets his hands free as Morris looks to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Jones dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.

A looping hook to the body misses from Morris. Jones does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jones throws a leg kick that is checked
and Morris connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Morris tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jones thuds a left hand into Morris's body.
Morris is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Jones rather than just go for the knockout.
Morris throws a sloppy head kick
and Jones makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Morris takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Jones works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Morris needs to keep his hands up - Jones had a free shot at his head there.
Morris misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jones connects with a body shot.
Morris fails with an attempt to clinch.
Morris has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Jones.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Jones.

It looks like Jack Morris has been cut.
Morris throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Morris is breathing heavily.
Morris walks into a left hand.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Jones scores with a body shot.
Morris is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Jones steps in with a hook that catches Morris right on the chin and knocks him to the floor! Jones follows him down with more strikes and that's all she wrote! Morris looks absolutely devastated.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Curtis Jones!
Curtis Jones was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

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