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GPG 31: Bronson vs Barra 2 PBP Commentary |
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Carlos Pesanioco Noguerio (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and So Hai (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Noguerio comes into the arena with Moneytalks -ACDC blaring out of the sound system. Carlos Pesanioco Noguerio has a significant reach advantage - let's see if he can make it count.
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192 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
7 - 16 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Carlos Pesanioco Noguerio!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, So Hai!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Edson Gomes and Felipe Paraventi.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A clash of legs there as Hai blocks the low kick.
Hai defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Noguerio.
Hai closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Noguerio did well to prevent Hai getting side control.
Hai perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Noguerio is looking to escape.
Noguerio looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hai trying to control the pace.
Hai lands with a punch from half guard.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Noguerio is trying to get back to full guard.
Hai slips a nice elbow through Noguerio's hands, connecting with Noguerio's forehead.
Hai with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hai tries to pass to full mount but Noguerio defends it.
Hai is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Hai working Noguerio over with strikes.
Noguerio is trying to stand back up but Hai is controlling him
That's one minute gone in the round.
Noguerio is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Hai scores with a couple of nice shots.
Hai has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Hai is nestled in close to Noguerio, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Hai takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Hai lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Noguerio is looking to escape.
Hai is thwarting Noguerio's attempts to control the position.
Hai controlling the action here.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Hai lands a nice short elbow.
Hai is taking a breather. Noguerio says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Hai works his foot free and advances to mount.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hai lands with some strikes.
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!
Hai lands a big shot there that rocks Noguerio but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Hai won't let Noguerio get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Hai fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Noguerio is rocked!
Noguerio flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Oh Noguerio is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hai controlling the position easily from mount.
Noguerio seems to have got his legs back now.
Hai quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Hai but it's paid off an Noguerio is forced to tap! Nice work by Hai.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). So Hai!
A relieved looking So Hai thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Felipe Silva (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Brock Wrestler (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Brock Wrestler has the eye of the tiger tonight.
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200 lbs
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200 lbs
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BJJ Brown Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Felipe Silva!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
3 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brock Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Seu Braga and Alexandre Firmino.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Silva gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Wrestler counters with a takedown into full mount! That could mean trouble for Silva!
Silva is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
Wrestler content just to control the position here.
Silva is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Silva is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Wrestler looking to control but Silva is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Silva sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Wrestler takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Brock Wrestler was stalling too much, according to the referee.
Silva throws a body punch but Wrestler moves out of range.
Felipe Silva seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Silva misses with a takedown attempt
and Wrestler counters with a nice single leg takedown and he's in Silva's guard now.
Silva looking to hit a scissor sweep but Wrestler is one step ahead there.
Wrestler being controlled here momentarily.
Silva had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Wrestler defends it easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Silva has his hands on Wrestler's head, controlling the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wrestler 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.
Brock Wrestler has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Wrestler shoots for a double leg takedown but Silva sprawls well. He's pushed Wrestler's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Silva fails in his attempt to clinch.
Silva tries to land a front kick but Wrestler steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Silva shoots for a takedown but Wrestler saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Felipe Silva. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Silva tries for a takedown but Wrestler sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Silva misses with a takedown
and Wrestler holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Wrestler taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Silva jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Wrestler walks away with a smile on his face. Silva gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Silva with a poor takedown
and Wrestler counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Wrestler blocks the elbow strike.
Wrestler has Silva pressed against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brock Wrestler dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Silva misses with a double jab.
Wrestler clinches up with Silva and pushes him back against the cage.
Wrestler holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Silva is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Wrestler to keep the fight standing.
Silva tries to pull guard but Wrestler forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Silva goes for a takedown attempt but Wrestler pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Felipe Silva. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Wrestler fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Silva to the ground. Wrestler is now in Silva's guard.
Wrestler's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Wrestler really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Silva. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Silva has Wrestler pulled in close to control his posture.
Wrestler looking to pass the guard.
Wrestler trying to stand up but can't free himself from Silva's guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Silva trying to keep a closed guard but Wrestler is proving a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Felipe Silva.
Silva changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Wrestler tries to avoid it but Silva manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Wrestler to the ground. Wrestler escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Wrestler blocks a head kick by Silva.
Silva shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Wrestler counters with a shoot takedown. Silva fights it but they end up in guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wrestler content to stall in guard here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wrestler looking to pass the guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Silva is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Felipe Silva has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Silva fails to land the takedown.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Silva with a lazy takedown attempt
and Wrestler counters with a takedown into side control.
Wrestler trying to control the position but Silva is working away.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Silva struggling a bit here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brock Wrestler showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Silva thows a body shot but no joy.
Wrestler closes the distance and clinches.
Wrestler controlling the action here for a moment.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Silva is working for takedown but Wrestler is calmly controlling the position for now.
Silva wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Wrestler has him pressed against the cage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Wrestler has Silva pressed against the cage.
Silva goes for a takedown in the clinch but Wrestler prevents it.
Silva tries to circle away but Wrestler has him pinned against the cage.
The referee calls for Wrestler to work.
Silva can't find room to land a body shot as Wrestler controls the action.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Brock Wrestler is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Wrestler is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Felipe Silva. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wrestler stalls.
Silva is trying to break free.
Wrestler is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Brock Wrestler.
Wrestler defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Silva.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wrestler fails in his attempt to clinch.
Silva fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Felipe Silva is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wrestler has Silva up against the cage in a clinch.
Silva is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Wrestler is defending well.
Wrestler is pushing Silva up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Silva is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Wrestler is defending well.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Silva has had enough of the clinch but Wrestler keeps him there for the moment.
Silva is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Wrestler is defending well.
Silva is trying to force a seperation but Wrestler has the dominant position.
Silva wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Wrestler has him pressed against the cage.
Wrestler has Silva pushed against the cage.
Silva tries to pull guard but Wrestler won't allow it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brock Wrestler comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Wrestler winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brock Wrestler!
Brock Wrestler decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Mike Boxer (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Regan Hendricks (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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190 lbs
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190 lbs
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BJJ White Belt
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Counter striker
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
5 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Mike Boxer!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
9 - 11 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Regan Hendricks!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Felipe Paraventi and Leandro Rodrigues.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Boxer moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
It looks like Regan Hendricks has been cut.
Left hook, right uppercut from Boxer.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boxer misses with a wild body shot.
Boxer connects with a nice cross there... Hendricks is looking wobbly and Boxer recognises it - he's rushed in and lands two more brutal shots that send Hendricks to the canvas, out cold! A brutal finish to the fight - Boxer jumps onto the cage to celebrate with the crowd!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Mike Boxer!
Mike Boxer spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Andre Miranda (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Diego Pinha (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Miranda comes to the cage accompanied by Kymani Marley - Hustler. Pinha has chosen Bate Pesadão ( Pregador Luo ) as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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205 lbs
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216 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
4 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Andre Miranda!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Diego Pinha!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Matheus Silva and Alexandre Firmino.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pinha pushes Miranda up against the cage in a clinch.
Miranda wants to take the fight to the mat but Pinha manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Miranda has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Pinha is trying to keep an underhook but Miranda manages to get the takedown into half guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Miranda misses with a head shot. Pinha uses the momentum to regain guard.
Miranda throws a big elbow that misses.
Pinha keeping full guard, as Miranda tries to pass.
Miranda forces his way into half guard.
Miranda works his foot free and advances to mount.
Miranda working for a guillotine from mount but Pinha is in no mood to give up.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Miranda wants to take Pinha's back here but Pinha is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Miranda takes Pinha's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Pinha is in trouble.
Miranda 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.
Miranda looking to break Pinha's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Pinha remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Miranda will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Pinha defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Miranda looking for the RNC.
Miranda looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Pinha taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Andre Miranda!
Andre Miranda made sure to mention his sponsor, ****160Q Energy-Sale $160****95% Laundry in his post fight interview.
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Rousimar Palhares (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Maubee Away (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Away has chosen Rude Boy Dreams as his entrance music. These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
5 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Rousimar Palhares !
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Maubee Away!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Felipe Paraventi and Thiago Cunha.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Away scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Away tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Palhares is not content to let Away control the position.
You can see the frustration on Palhares 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Away looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Away tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Away has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
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That's one minute gone in the round.
Away tries to score with some ground and pound. Palhares controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Palhares struggling a bit here.
Away is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Palhares is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Away looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Palhares tries to buck Away off but Away is having none of it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Away thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Away goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Palhares has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Away but great work by Palhares .
Palhares could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Away regains half guard.
Palhares thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Away controlling the position well.
Away won't allow Palhares to pass to mount.
Palhares wants to stand up but Away has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Away is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Palhares pulls his head out easily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Palhares thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Away's head.
Palhares wants to pass the guard but Away is defending well.
Palhares is working hard here to advance position.
Away trying to hold on to Palhares 's head to control him but Palhares postures up.
Away is looking for a sweep. Palhares is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Palhares trying to pass the guard but Away defending well.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Palhares looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Away is defending against the submission attempts here by Palhares .
Away is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Palhares pulls his head out easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Away trying to hold on to Palhares 's head to control him but Palhares postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Maubee Away dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Palhares shoots in and bounces Away off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Away looking to hit a scissor sweep but Palhares is one step ahead there.
Away trying to control the position.
Away is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Palhares is aware though and is defending well.
Palhares has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Away wants to stand but Palhares is controlling the position.
Palhares connects with a couple of short punches.
Palhares wants to pass the guard but Away is keeping the position.
Away had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Palhares defends it easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Palhares stands up and waves to Away to follow him.
Away looks for a takedown but Palhares sprawls well.
Palhares gets the takedown into side control.
Away is pushing Palhares 's head away, looking to escape. Palhares manages to hold on to the position though.
Palhares decides to stand back up.
Palhares throws a head kick but Away moves out of range.
Away shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Palhares fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Away sprawls well initially but Palhares persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Rousimar Palhares overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Palhares seems to be looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Away keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Palhares thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Away tries to roll over but Palhares keeps him under control.
Palhares is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Away tries to get to full guard but Palhares has control of the leg.
Away trying to control from the bottom.
Away is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Palhares 's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Palhares 's back!
Away struggling to keep hold of the position.
Well, with Away on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Palhares is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Away looking for the choke but no joy.
Palhares just trying to survive but Away is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Away working for the choke.
Palhares is really stuck here.
A lull in the action here.
Palhares trying to control the action but Away just sinks the hooks in.
Away controlling well, preventing Palhares from escaping the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Away is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Palhares is defending well though. Away let's go of the attempt for now.
Away trying to control momentarily.
Away is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Palhares knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Palhares for a finish.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Palhares looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Away trying to control momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Maubee Away will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
Away shoots for a double leg takedown but Palhares sprawls well. He's pushed Away's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Away shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Palhares as he jumps to the side.
Palhares throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Palhares stuffs the takedown.
Rousimar Palhares has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maubee Away.
Palhares pushes Away up against the cage in a clinch.
Palhares tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Away tries for a takedown. No joy.
Away changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Palhares fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Palhares shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Away is trying to defend but Palhares finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Palhares gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Palhares looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Away trying to control from the bottom.
Palhares is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Palhares is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Away is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Palhares 's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Palhares 's back!
Away has the hooks in. Palhares is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Away patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Away is persistently looking for the submission but Palhares is defending it well.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Palhares defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Away takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Away is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Palhares tries to escape but Away has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Away goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Palhares escapes and is now in half guard on top.
Palhares takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Away is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Palhares looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Palhares is looking to advance position but Away won't allow it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Away wants to improve his position but Palhares is controlling well.
Maubee Away is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Away moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Palhares tries to free his leg and advance position but Away is retaining full guard.
Away is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Away lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Palhares !
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Palhares gets back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Maubee Away.
I've got Away winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 28:30
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Maubee Away!
Maubee Away seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Fernando Maia (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Josie Marquez (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Marquez has chosen the most annoying Mexican polka music you have heard in your life as his entrance music. Josie Marquez has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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140 lbs
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148 lbs
2 - 1 - 0 |
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Counter striker
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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
6 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Fernando Maia!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Josie Marquez!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Luis Engracia and Emerson Jorge.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Marquez checks a low kick from Maia.
Maia throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Marquez takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A jab from Marquez misses.
Maia takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Marquez thuds his right hand into Maia's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Marquez lands a nice shot to the body.
Maia throws a low kick, looking for Marquez's leg but Marquez calmly moves out of range.
Marquez punishes Maia's body with a nice straight punch.
Marquez throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Marquez punishes Maia's body with a nice straight punch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Maia throws a leg kick but Marquez sees it coming and moves out of range.
The fighters circling - Marquez throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Maia attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A punch combination from Marquez misses.
Sloppy strikes from Marquez. Those never looked like landing.
Maia fails with the takedown.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Marquez!
Maia is rocked!
Marquez lands a glancing blow to the side of Maia's head.
Oh Maia is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Maia tried to score with a low kick but Marquez checks it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Marquez throws out a powerful jab.
Marquez misses with a double jab.
Josie Marquez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Maia shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Maia is looking to work some ground and pound but Marquez has wrist control.
Maia trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Marquez trying to control the position here.
Marquez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Maia seems to have got his legs back now.
Maia throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Marquez works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Marquez preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Marquez wants to sweep but no luck.
Maia is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Maia works a leg free and moves into half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Maia slips a nice elbow through Marquez's hands, connecting with Marquez's forehead.
Marquez wants to control but Maia is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Maia thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Marquez trying to control but Maia postures up.
Ground and pound from Maia.
Maia is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Maia keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Marquez is not content to let Maia control the position.
Marquez wants to control but Maia is keeping busy and won't allow it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Maia thows a huge punch but Marquez dodges it nicely.
Maia controlling the action here.
Marquez blocking the ground and pound attempt from Maia.
Well, if Maia is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Maia missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Marquez wants to improve his position but Maia is controlling well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Marquez blocking the ground and pound attempt from Maia.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Josie Marquez will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Some bone on bone action there as Marquez checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Marquez lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Maia has a takedown stuffed.
Marquez looks to score with a jab to the body but Maia is just out of range.
Nice shot lands for Marquez.
Marquez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Maia.
Maia shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Marquez defends it nicely.
Marquez lands with a shot to the body.
Josie Marquez is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Maia steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Marquez.
Marquez checks the leg kick nicely there.
Marquez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Maia.
Marquez looks to score with a jab to the body but Maia is just out of range.
Maia dodges the punch combination from Marquez.
Marquez lands a lovely overhand right.
A leg kick checked by Marquez.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Marquez misses with a body kick.
Marquez checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Marquez displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
It looks like Fernando Maia has been cut.
Maia misses with a low kick.
Marquez throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Maia fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Marquez checks it well.
Marquez scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Marquez misses with a head kick.
Maia throws a leg kick but Marquez sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Josie Marquez seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Maia defending well as Marquez loads up on a big left hand.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Marquez misses with a wild combination.
Maia misses with a leg kick.
Maia throws a low kick but Marquez avoids it.
Maia shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fernando Maia. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Maia shoots for a double leg takedown but Marquez sprawls well. He's pushed Maia's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Maia throws out a leg kick but Marquez moves out of range and Maia only half commits.
A clash of legs there as Marquez blocks the low kick.
Maia fails to land the takedown.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Marquez jabs at Maia's body.
Marquez throws a series of punches but Maia avoids them all with ease.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Maia throws a low kick but Marquez avoids it.
Maia fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Marquez checks it well.
Maia throws a low kick but Marquez moves out of range easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Marquez misses with a few strikes there.
Marquez cracks Maia with an open hand slap.
Marquez connects with the punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Josie Marquez showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Fernando Maia's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!
Maia throws a leg kick but Marquez sees it coming and moves out of range.
Marquez looks for the body kick but Maia saw that one coming.
Marquez misses with a double jab
and Maia decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Marquez's guard.
Marquez wants to sweep here but Maia controlling him for the moment.
Maia throwing strikes but missing.
Marquez keeping moving, preventing Maia from controlling successfully.
Maia tries to free his leg and advance position but Marquez is retaining full guard.
Maia wants to control from the top but Marquez keeps moving.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Marquez working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Maia.
Maia trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Maia lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Maia works over Marquez with some ground and pound from guard.
Maia wants to control from the top but Marquez keeps moving.
Maia stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Marquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Marquez is trying to control the position but Maia postures up.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Maia being controlled here momentarily.
Marquez keeping moving, preventing Maia from controlling successfully.
Fernando Maia has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Maia throws a chopping leg kick but Marquez manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Maia takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Marquez lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Marquez throws out a loose jab but Maia uses good head movement to avoid it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marquez blocks a leg kick.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Marquez scores with a three punch combo!
A combination from Marquez does no damage.
Maia moves out of range as Marquez strikes.
Maia fails with a takedown attempt.
An inside leg kick from Maia misses.
Nice jab there from Marquez.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Maia slips a straight right by Marquez.
Maia misses with a low kick.
Josie Marquez is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Marquez just misses with a punch to the body.
Marquez gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Marquez wants to get back to striking at distance but Maia won't allow it.
Marquez prevents Maia from breaking the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Maia looking for a takedown.
Fernando Maia has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Maia is trying to break the clinch but Marquez is controlling him.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Fernando Maia.
I think Marquez 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 Seu Braga scores the fight 28:29
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 28:29
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Josie Marquez!
A victorious Josie Marquez thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Fink McIllhenny (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Anthony Hopkins (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.
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175 lbs
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180 lbs
8 - 1 - 0 |
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Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the welterweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
6 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Fink McIllhenny!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Anthony Hopkins!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Mauricio Rocha and Matheus Silva.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McIllhenny throws a jab but it's blocked by Hopkins.
Hopkins gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Nice elbow from Hopkins.
It looks like Fink McIllhenny has been cut.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by McIllhenny as Hopkins tries to tie him up.
Hopkins trying to land knees to the body.
McIllhenny lands with a left to the head.
Hopkins is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McIllhenny is defending well for now.
McIllhenny can't break the clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Hopkins - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
McIllhenny is trying to drag Hopkins to the mat but Hopkins just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Hopkins pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Hopkins throws an elbow but it misses.
Hopkins tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
McIllhenny takes an elbow to the temple.
McIllhenny is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Hopkins gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's one minute gone in the round.
McIllhenny has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hopkins after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fink McIllhenny. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McIllhenny is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hopkins pulls him back up using the underhooks.
McIllhenny displaying some good clinch control by pressing Hopkins up against the cage.
McIllhenny's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hopkins shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. McIllhenny defends it nicely.
Hopkins shoots and misses
and McIllhenny makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Hopkins shoots in for a double leg but McIllhenny sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
McIllhenny misses with a looping left.
McIllhenny keeps the fight on the outside.
Hopkins rushes McIllhenny and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Hopkins trying to land knees to the body.
McIllhenny being controlled against the cage.
McIllhenny is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hopkins pulls him back up using the underhooks.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
McIllhenny has Hopkins pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. McIllhenny pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Hopkins tumbling to the mat - McIllhenny dives into Hopkins's guard.
McIllhenny has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Hopkins keeping full guard, as McIllhenny tries to pass.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McIllhenny tries to stand but Hopkins is controlling from the bottom.
Hopkins wants to sweep but no luck.
Hopkins has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
McIllhenny won't allow Hopkins to sweep him here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hopkins has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but McIllhenny has passed into side control.
McIllhenny has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
That kick from McIllhenny tenderised Hopkins's leg. Hopkins is trying to keep his angry face on.
Hopkins throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around McIllhenny's waist but McIllhenny gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hopkins off to one side.
McIllhenny throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Hopkins displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McIllhenny throws out the jab.
Hopkins with a poor takedown
and McIllhenny counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hopkins shoots and misses
and McIllhenny counters with a stiff right hand.
Hopkins checks the leg kick nicely there.
Hopkins tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but McIllhenny swivels and escapes.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hopkins.
Fink McIllhenny is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
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!
Hopkins misses with a takedown
letting McIllhenny counter with a right hand.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
McIllhenny misses with the combination.
McIllhenny lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hopkins's sensitive parts.
Hopkins stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McIllhenny.
Hopkins shoots for a takedown but McIllhenny saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
McIllhenny pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hopkins looks for a takedown but McIllhenny sprawls well.
McIllhenny misses with a straight left.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Hopkins fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging McIllhenny to the ground. Hopkins is now in McIllhenny's guard.
Hopkins postures up.
McIllhenny has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Hopkins is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for McIllhenny.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Fink McIllhenny dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Fink McIllhenny'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.
Hopkins shoots and misses
and McIllhenny counters with a straight right hand.
Hopkins uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McIllhenny.
Nice sprawl there from McIllhenny as Hopkins shoots in.
Hopkins gets a takedown into half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
McIllhenny is pressing down on Hopkins's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
McIllhenny wants to sweep but no luck.
Hopkins slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Hopkins trying to control but McIllhenny is working from the bottom.
McIllhenny throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Hopkins escapes and throws McIllhenny's legs to the side, diving into side control!
That's one minute gone in the round.
McIllhenny is trying to buck Hopkins off.
Hopkins is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down McIllhenny's shoulder. That is not cool.
McIllhenny is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hopkins is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, McIllhenny has escaped the position, nice work there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McIllhenny is being controlled here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
McIllhenny tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hopkins wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
McIllhenny is trying to control Hopkins's posture but Hopkins avoids it.
McIllhenny is not content to let Hopkins control the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
McIllhenny is looking for a sweep.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hopkins scoring with punches from side control.
Hopkins is looking to take a break and control but McIllhenny is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
McIllhenny is trying to control Hopkins's posture but Hopkins avoids it.
McIllhenny is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hopkins trying to control the action but McIllhenny is working from the bottom.
Hopkins wants to control for a moment but McIllhenny uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Hopkins seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but McIllhenny does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
McIllhenny pushes Hopkins off and gets back to his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hopkins moves into range and clinches up with McIllhenny.
Nice elbow from Hopkins.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stalling in the clinch from Hopkins.
McIllhenny is trying to force a seperation but Hopkins has the dominant position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Anthony Hopkins showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Fink McIllhenny's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
McIllhenny lands a right hook to the body.
Hopkins tries to clinch but McIllhenny moves out of range.
McIllhenny misses with a straight left.
Hopkins closes this distance looking for a takedown but McIllhenny circles away.
McIllhenny misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hopkins.
McIllhenny looks to land a combination but Hopkins avoids it well.
McIllhenny throws a leg kick
and Hopkins counters with a takedown into full mount! That could mean trouble for McIllhenny!
McIllhenny is looking to get to half guard.
McIllhenny tries to hold on but Hopkins pushes him away.
McIllhenny can't escape the position.
Hopkins with shots to the head and body - McIllhenny looks very uncomfortable down there.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hopkins looking to control and managing it successfully.
McIllhenny tries to buck Hopkins off but he can't manage it.
Hopkins takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
McIllhenny tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hopkins breaks from McIllhenny's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Hopkins scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish McIllhenny?
McIllhenny is wriggling around trying to escape.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
McIllhenny gets back to half guard.
Hopkins throwing shots but McIllhenny is blocking nicely.
Hopkins is looking to take a break and control but McIllhenny is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hopkins controlling the pace.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hopkins passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for McIllhenny!
Hopkins breaks from McIllhenny's wrist control and lands an elbow.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hopkins with a couple of short strikes.
McIllhenny is working to get back to half guard.
Hopkins lands a big shot there that rocks McIllhenny but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Hopkins working the ground and pound effectively.
Hopkins postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. McIllhenny looks a forlorn figure.
BOOM! Hopkins connects with a massive shot to the dome!
McIllhenny is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hopkins looking to control but McIllhenny is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hopkins connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Oh McIllhenny is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hopkins drops a big elbow. That's hurt McIllhenny! More shots from Hopkins and the ref steps in! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anthony Hopkins!
Anthony Hopkins is the new welterweight champion!
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Verdmont Bronson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Oswaldo Barra (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Bronson comes to the cage accompanied by So long and thanks for all the fish. The atmosphere really building for this one as we go over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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165 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the lightweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
8 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Verdmont Bronson!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Oswaldo Barra!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Edson Gomes and Daniel Cesar.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Barra is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Barra on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Bronson really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill...
Barra tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bronson swivels and escapes.
Barra tries to clinch but Bronson moves out of range.
Barra darts in trying to clinch
and Bronson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Barra tries to clinch but Bronson is having none of it.
Bronson scores with a body shot.
Bronson connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Barra's hands.
Barra shoots for a double leg takedown but Bronson sprawls well. He's pushed Barra's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Bronson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bronson avoids the head kick by Barra.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Barra tries to clinch up
and Bronson counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice uppercut lands for Bronson. That snapped Barra's head back.
Barra tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Barra closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Bronson to the mat! Bronson manages to get full guard.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Bronson wants to stand but Barra is controlling the position.
Barra loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Barra throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Barra stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bronson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bronson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Barra on the ground.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bronson keeping moving, preventing Barra from controlling successfully.
Barra stops Bronson from standing up.
Bronson pulls Barra in close to prevent any damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Barra tries to clinch there but Bronson circles away.
Bronson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Barra moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Barra dodges the punch combination from Bronson.
Barra tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bronson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Barra throws a head kick that misses.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bronson misses with a few strikes there.
Bronson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Barra.
Bronson ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Barra darts in trying to clinch
and Bronson counters with a right hand to the body.
Barra shoots in for a takedown but Bronson shows good takedown defense.
Verdmont Bronson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Oswaldo Barra.
Barra shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bronson defends it nicely.
Barra misses with an attempted mid kick.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Barra closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bronson circles away.
Barra tries for a takedown but Bronson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Barra shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bronson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bronson stalks Barra and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Barra's face. Barra staggers backwards, shaken.
It looks like Oswaldo Barra has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bronson misses with a hook.
Barra shoots for a takedown but Bronson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Oswaldo Barra seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Barra throws a right and a left that both miss.
Verdmont Bronson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Barra walks into a stiff left hand from Bronson.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Barra has closed the distance and engaged Bronson in a clinch.
Bronson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Barra pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Verdmont Bronson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Oswaldo Barra's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Bronson lands with a shot to the body.
Bronson lands a body shot.
Bronson scores with a jab. Barra acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Barra staying out of range there.
Verdmont Bronson is winning the standup battle so far.
Bronson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Barra.
Barra with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bronson counters with a straight right hand.
Barra darts in trying to clinch
and Bronson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Barra is rocked!
Barra misses with a takedown
and Bronson counters with a left to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bronson throws a hook but Barra blocks it.
Barra tries to clinch there but Bronson circles away.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bronson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Bronson there.
Barra is still on wobbly legs! Can Bronson finish him?
Bronson closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Barra! Bronson dives in looking to finish! Barra is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Verdmont Bronson!
Verdmont Bronson retains his lightweight title!
A less than humble Verdmont Bronson misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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