CFL 14: Solitary Confinement! PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Dave Gahan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ray Punch (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Punch comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Get Knocked Out kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Gahan
vs
Punch

180 cm
32
190 lbs
15 - 12 - 1

193 cm
30
201 lbs
15 - 16 - 1

Good wrestling
Excellent boxer
Cardio machine

Good wrestler
World class boxer
Granite chin

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 15 - 12 - 1, fighting out of London, Dave Gahan!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 15 - 16 - 1, fighting out of London, Ray Punch!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, Andrew Berry and Paul Tew.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gahan throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Punch.
Punch displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Gahan.

Punch tries to keep at a distance but Gahan has taken the fight into the clinch.
Punch wants a takedown but no success here.

Punch's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Gahan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gahan wants to clinch up but Punch keeps it at a distance.

Gahan feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Punch wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Punch is looking to stand up but Gahan isn't so interested in that idea.
Gahan's corner is telling him to maintain position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Gahan prevents Punch from getting back to his feet.

OK we're going to have a standup here. Ray Punch hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.
Punch keeps the fight on the outside.
Gahan shoots for a double leg takedown but Punch sprawls well. He's pushed Gahan's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Gahan tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in the close the distance. Punch manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Gahan shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Punch as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dave Gahan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Good shot there by Punch.
Punch throws a jab but it's blocked by Gahan.
Gahan misses with a series of wild punches.
Gahan takes a kick to the side of the head.
Gahan displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Punch lands with an overhand left.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gahan moves in looking to clinch but Punch pushes him off.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Gahan has taken the fight to the clinch.
A short right from Gahan.
Gahan lands a shoulder strike.

Punch breaks the clinch.
Punch throws a right and a left that both miss.
Gahan shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.

Gahan rushes Punch and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Gahan working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Gahan doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Gahan prevents Punch from breaking the clinch.
Gahan is stalling here.

Punch escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Gahan avoids the body shot from Punch.
Gahan takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Gahan tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Gahan gets caught napping as Punch dives in and scores a takedown. Gahan manages to retain guard.
Punch throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Punch being controlled here momentarily.
Gahan wants to stand up but Punch is controlling him.
Punch looking to pass the guard.
Punch throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Gahan works some decent striking defense from the bottom.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gahan trying to control the position.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.

We're going to have a standup here because Dave Gahan wasn't active enough for the referee's liking.
Punch stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Punch wants it to stay on the feet.
Gahan takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Punch looks to score with a jab to the body but Gahan is just out of range.
Gahan tries to bum rush Punch with a series of wild strikes but Punch uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Punch keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
The fight stays on the outside here - Gahan looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Punch moves into range and connects with a jab.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Punch's corner calls for a 1-2. Punch 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!
Punch scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Punch throws a jab when Gahan was well out of range.
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 Dave Gahan will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Good leg kick by Punch there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Punch lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Punch misses with an uppercut.
Gahan wants to clinch up but Punch keeps it at a distance.
Punch misses with a hook

and Gahan decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Punch's guard.
Punch utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Gahan 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.
Gahan wants to control from the top but Punch keeps moving.
Gahan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Gahan accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Gahan wants to control from the top but Punch keeps moving.

The ref stands the fighters back up. Dave Gahan wasn't doing enough on the ground.

Gahan drives through and clinches with Punch against the cage.

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

Gahan darts in and clinches Punch up against the cage.
Gahan is working Punch over against the cage.

Punch is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Gahan can't fight it off and eventually Punch manages to take the fight to the floor. Gahan looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Punch is looking to work some ground and pound but Gahan has wrist control.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Punch won't allow Gahan to get back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Punch working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Gahan's head.
Punch trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Dave Gahan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Punch is fighting to break Gahan's control of his arms but Gahan is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Punch must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Punch trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Gahan keeping moving, preventing Punch from controlling successfully.
Punch throwing strikes from guard but Gahan blocks nicely.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Punch trying to control but Gahan is working from the bottom.

The ref calls for a clean break and stands the fighters back up. Ray Punch wasn't active enough on the ground.
Gahan moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Gahan is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dave Gahan is winning the standup battle so far.
Punch scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Gahan defending well as Punch loads up on a big left hand.
Dave Gahan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Punch throws an off balance right hand

and Gahan counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Punch keeping full guard, as Gahan tries to pass.
Punch is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Punch keeping full guard, as Gahan tries to pass.
Punch keeping moving, preventing Gahan from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

We're going to have a standup here because Dave Gahan wasn't active enough for the referee's liking.

Gahan closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Gahan is pressing down on Punch's thigh, looking to free his foot. Punch is holding on for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dave Gahan dominated that second 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. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.

Gahan shoots for a double leg takedown but Punch sprawls well. He's pushed Gahan's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Gahan looks to clinch
and Punch counters with a one-two to the body.
Good leg kick by Punch there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Gahan is looking to clinch but Punch is avoiding it.
Punch misses with a straight right.
Punch circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dave Gahan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Gahan misses with a series of wild punches.
The fight stays on the outside here - Gahan looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Gahan moves out of range as Punch strikes.
Punch throws a nice outside leg kick.
Gahan's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Punch connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Gahan scrambles back to his feet.
Punch is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Gahan stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Punch.
Gahan is looking to take this fight into the clinch.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Punch swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Gahan.
Punch just misses with a punch to the body.
Punch keeps the fight on the outside.
Gahan walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Punch works over Gahan's head and body with a nice combination.
Gahan staying out of range there.
Punch misses with the combination.

Gahan clinches up against the cage.
Punch is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Gahan is defending well.
Gahan goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Punch blocks a punch to the side of the head.

Punch manages to break the clinch.
Punch circles away from the clinch attempt.
Gahan throws a right hand that Punch ducks under and follows up with a left that Punch also avoids with ease.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gahan shoots for a double leg takedown but Punch sprawls well. He's pushed Gahan's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Gahan misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.

Gahan dives in and scores a takedown into Punch's guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
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!
Punch is looking to stand up but Gahan isn't so interested in that idea.
Gahan trying to control but Punch is working from the bottom.
Punch seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Punch really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Gahan. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.

Ray Punch has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Punch avoids the clinch attempt nicely.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
No joy there for Gahan, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Punch fails with a takedown attempt.
Gahan blocks a jab.
Gahan tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Gahan throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Punch stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Gahan looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dave Gahan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gahan avoids the body shot from Punch.
Nice sprawl there from Gahan as Punch shoots in.
Gahan takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.

Gahan gets a takedown into half guard.
Punch is looking for a sweep. Gahan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ray Punch has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dave Gahan is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Gahan wants to free his trapped foot but Punch is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Punch makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Punch.

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 Dave Gahan.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Gahan, 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dave Gahan!
Dave Gahan made sure to mention his sponsor, Fossington & Blythe: Gentlemen's Fight Attire in his post fight interview.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
62%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Eugene Bradley Burns (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Aidan Kincaid (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Burns comes to the cage accompanied by Fedor Entrance Song . Aidan Kincaid has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Bradley Burns
vs
Kincaid

191 cm
33
186 lbs
33 - 21 - 1

183 cm
36
203 lbs
24 - 26 - 1

Good wrestling
Solid boxing
Insanely flexible

BJJ Brown Belt
Excellent boxer
Good gas tank

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 33 - 21 - 1, fighting out of London, Eugene Bradley Burns!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 24 - 26 - 1, fighting out of London, Aidan Kincaid!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, James Glass and Phil Schofield.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nice defenses there by Kincaid.
Burns jabs away that one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kincaid misses with a two punch combination.
Burns misses with a lunging right hand
and Kincaid counters with a three punch combo that has Burns backing up. Burns nods at Kincaid to acknowledge the strikes.
A big right from Burns misses.
Kincaid walks into a left hand.
Burns shoots in but Kincaid avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Burns tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kincaid swivels and escapes.
Kincaid swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Burns shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kincaid as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Eugene Bradley Burns. That's going to take a lot out of him.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kincaid lands a jab.
Burns defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kincaid.
Nice shot lands for Kincaid.
Kincaid stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kincaid wants it to stay on the feet.
Burns lands a nice hook to Kincaid's body. Kincaid takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Burns shoots in for a double leg but Kincaid sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kincaid doesn't manage to clinch there - Burns circles away.
Kincaid throws a nice looking combination but Burns bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Burns scores with the left hand. Kincaid knows he should have avoided that one.
Burns throws a big shot that misses.

A momentary lapse in concentration from Kincaid enables Burns to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Kincaid manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Burns pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kincaid is keeping the position for now.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Burns not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Burns stops Kincaid from standing up.
Burns stands and throws Kincaid's legs to the side, diving into side control.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Burns working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Kincaid parries the strikes from Burns easily there. Burns is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Kincaid to escape.
Kincaid regains half guard.
Burns seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kincaid does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Burns trying to pass the guard but Kincaid defending well.
Kincaid is controlling Burns's trapped leg to prevent Burns from advancing to side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Burns seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kincaid does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Burns works his way into side control.
Burns working the strikes but Kincaid uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Burns seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kincaid does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Burns is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Burns throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
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 Eugene Bradley Burns will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!

Kincaid gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Burns wants to pass the guard but Kincaid is keeping the position.
Kincaid pulls Burns in close to prevent any damage.
Burns is looking to advance position but Kincaid has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
Kincaid scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Burns?
Burns is wriggling around trying to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's one minute gone in the round.
The referee warns Burns that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Burns can't escape the position.
Burns is working hard here to advance position.
Kincaid trying to control but Burns is having none of it.
Burns is wriggling around trying to escape.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kincaid looking to control and managing it successfully.
Burns manages to regain half guard. Good work.

Burns looking for submissions off his back.

Burns looking for submissions off his back.
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!

Burns looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Burns makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Burns.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kincaid content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kincaid wants to stand but Burns has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Kincaid showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kincaid stands up over Burns, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.

Burns throws his legs up looking for a submission but Kincaid uses it to pass to side control.
Kincaid wants to lay and pray for a moment but Burns keeps working.
Burns is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Kincaid off and has taken his back!

Burns has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kincaid just trying to survive but Burns is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Eugene Bradley Burns overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kincaid breaks Burns's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Kincaid trying to control but Burns is working from the bottom.
Burns looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kincaid is one step ahead there.
Burns keeping moving, preventing Kincaid from controlling successfully.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.

OK we're going to have a standup here. Aidan Kincaid hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.
Kincaid shoots for a takedown but Burns saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Aidan Kincaid will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. And we move into the final round!

Kincaid looks to land a combination but Burns avoids it well.
Kincaid swinging wildly here.
Kincaid is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Burns scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kincaid doesn't seem bothered though.
Burns misses with an uppercut.
Kincaid displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Burns looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kincaid shoots in for a takedown but Burns shows good takedown defense.

That's one minute gone in the round.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Burns.
Burns shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Aidan Kincaid seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Burns lands a really nice looking cross but Kincaid seems unphased.
Aidan Kincaid is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A slow jab from Kincaid misses its intended target.

Burns fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Kincaid sprawls well initially but Burns persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Kincaid regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Burns.
Burns wants to pass the guard but Kincaid is keeping the position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Burns trying to control but Kincaid is working from the bottom.
Burns is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Kincaid is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Kincaid wants to sweep but no luck.
Kincaid is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Burns working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Burns trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Burns throws a strike but Kincaid rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.

Kincaid got a little sloppy there for a moment and Burns has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kincaid has managed to get both his arms back between Burns's legs - danger averted.
Kincaid wants to control from the top but Burns keeps moving.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Burns is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kincaid defends well.
Burns 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.
Kincaid missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Burns keeping moving, preventing Kincaid from controlling successfully.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Burns is on top in guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Burns trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Eugene Bradley Burns showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Burns has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:28
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Eugene Bradley Burns!
Eugene Bradley Burns took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'I've had an amazing career, and I love my training partners and the whole Burns family and everyone else. 170 feels great to me, I finally have a size advantage instead of being tiny. CANADA BABY WEEOOO!'.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
45%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Alberto Diagana (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sid Singh (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Diagana comes to the cage accompanied by Judas Priest - Painkiller. The crowd seem to be enjoying Singh's choice of entrance music: Amazing- Kanye West. Both fighters will be looking to make this an exciting fight for the fans, I'm sure!

Diagana
vs
Singh

168 cm
32
157 lbs
16 - 21 - 0

178 cm
30
148 lbs
13 - 17 - 0

Good wrestling
Great elbows
Cardio machine

BJJ Purple Belt
Decent boxing
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 16 - 21 - 0, fighting out of London, Alberto Diagana!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 13 - 17 - 0, fighting out of London, Sid Singh!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, James Glass and Colin Fotheringham.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Singh moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.

It looks like Alberto Diagana has been cut.

Singh tries to keep at a distance but Diagana has taken the fight into the clinch.
Diagana is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Singh tries to score a body lock takedown but Diagana shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Diagana is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Singh tries for a takedown but Diagana manages to get underhooks.
Alberto Diagana has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sid Singh.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Diagana.
Singh is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Diagana is defending well.
Diagana gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Diagana lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Diagana obliges.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Diagana working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Diagana connects with a nasty looking knee right to Singh's face.
Diagana unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Diagana unloads a knee to the mid-section. Singh lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Singh is trying to break the clinch but Diagana is controlling him.
Stalling in the clinch from Diagana.
Singh takes a knee right on the jaw!
Diagana will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Singh up against the cage.
Singh is looking to break free of the clinch but Diagana has double underhooks.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Singh is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Diagana comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Diagana prevents a takedown attempt there.
Singh drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Diagana gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Singh looks winded!
Diagana crunches a lovely knee into Singh's ribcage.

Diagana turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Singh wants to get back to his feet.

Diagana is trying to get an arm triangle but Singh is defending well.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Diagana trying to control the position but Singh is working away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Singh takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Singh's face as Diagana controls the position.
Diagana wants to lay and pray for a moment but Singh keeps working.

Diagana stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Nice takedown defense from Diagana. No joy for Singh on that attempt.
Diagana slips a jab and a cross from Singh.

Diagana moves into the clinch successfully.
Diagana stalling against the cage.
Singh can't get the takedown.
Diagana misses with a knee strike.
Diagana lands an elbow inside that Singh shrugs off.
Singh is working for takedown but Diagana is calmly controlling the position for now.

Diagana wants the takedown. Singh is fighting it off but Diagana persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Singh's guard against the cage.
Diagana tries to free his leg and advance position but Singh is retaining full guard.
Diagana trying to control but Singh is working from the bottom.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Diagana tries to stand but Singh is controlling from the bottom.
Diagana is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Diagana stops Singh from standing up.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Alberto Diagana.

Diagana moves into the clinch successfully.
Diagana lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Diagana crunches a lovely knee into Singh's ribcage.
Singh is trying to drag Diagana to the mat but Diagana just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Diagana.
Singh has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Diagana avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.

Singh manages to break the clinch.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Singh misses with a jab, cross combination.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Singh dodges the punch combination from Diagana.

Diagana has closed the distance and engaged Singh in a clinch.
Diagana taking a breather.
Singh drops down looking for an ankle pick but Diagana pulls his leg out and moves away.

Diagana gets a clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Singh wants a takedown.
Diagana lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short left from Diagana.
Diagana is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Knees to the body from Diagana.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Diagana putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Singh in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Diagana lands a good knee to the midsection. Singh won't want to take too many of those.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Diagana.
Singh has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alberto Diagana dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Alberto Diagana'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.

Diagana rushes Singh and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Diagana lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Alberto Diagana has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Singh working hard to break the clinch.
Singh tries for a takedown but Diagana manages to get underhooks.
Diagana effectively controlling the action here.
Singh looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Singh tries to break the clinch but Diagana is controlling the position.
Diagana is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Singh is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Diagana gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Alberto Diagana has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sid Singh.
Diagana is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Singh has had enough of the clinch but Diagana keeps him there for the moment.
Diagana controlling the action here for a moment.
Diagana working Singh over with knees to the body.
Singh is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Diagana is defending well.
Singh is breathing heavily.
Diagana unloads a knee to the mid-section. Singh lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Diagana lands a knee to the head.

Singh is rocked!
Diagana with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Singh is still on wobbly legs! Can Diagana finish him?

That's one minute gone in the round.
Diagana working the clinch nicely. Singh is working for position but Diagana cracks him with a big knee to the head! Singh crumples up against the cage and Diagana lands two more shots before the ref can save Singh! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:10 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee & Punches). Alberto Diagana!
During a confident post fight interview, Alberto Diagana thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

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C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Cain Velasqs (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Odin Fredriksson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

Velasqs
vs
Fredriksson

209 cm
28
208 lbs
8 - 10 - 0

190 cm
34
220 lbs
24 - 14 - 1

BJJ Red Belt
Excellent boxer
Insanely flexible

Olympic wrestler
Excellent MT
Good gas tank

Amsterdam in London 95% Laundry

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 8 - 10 - 0, fighting out of London, Cain Velasqs!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 24 - 14 - 1, fighting out of London, Odin Fredriksson!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Colin Fotheringham and William Gold.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Fredriksson avoids a low kick by using good footwork.

Fredriksson shoots in and bounces Velasqs off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Fredriksson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Velasqs is keeping the position for now.

Fredriksson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Velasqs has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Fredriksson has managed to get both his arms back between Velasqs's legs - danger averted.
Velasqs is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Fredriksson postures up and lands a big shot to Velasqs's brow.
Velasqs is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Velasqs really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Velasqs controlling Fredriksson's posture.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Velasqs avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Fredriksson is pushing down on Velasqs's leg trying to pass to half guard. Velasqs is fighting to maintain full guard but Fredriksson has managed to sneak the leg through.
Fredriksson looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.

Fredriksson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fredriksson is trying to control. Velasqs wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Velasqs wants to get back to his feet.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Velasqs trying to hold on to Fredriksson's head to control him but Fredriksson postures up.
Fredriksson trying to pass the guard but Velasqs defending well.
Fredriksson is looking to stall here but Velasqs recovers full guard.
Fredriksson works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Fredriksson looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.

Fredriksson is looking for a kimura here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Fredriksson trying to mount his opponent but Velasqs defends it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fredriksson throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Fredriksson is looking to advance position but Velasqs won't allow it.
Velasqs is trying to control but can't.
Fredriksson working Velasqs over with strikes.
Velasqs avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Fredriksson.
Velasqs tries to roll over but Fredriksson keeps him under control.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fredriksson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Fredriksson wants to take a breather but Velasqs is having none of it.
Velasqs blocking the ground and pound attempt from Fredriksson.
Fredriksson is trying to control the action in half guard but Velasqs is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.

Velasqs has one foot on Fredriksson's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fredriksson throws a leg kick
and Velasqs makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Velasqs displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Fredriksson.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fredriksson lands a jab to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Velasqs throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Fredriksson throws a right hand that Velasqs ducks under and follows up with a left that Velasqs also avoids with ease.
Velasqs throws a leg kick which misses Fredriksson's front leg but catches the back leg as Fredriksson tries to avoid it.
Fredriksson throws a right and a left that Velasqs avoids nicely.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Fredriksson.

It looks like Cain Velasqs has been cut.
That kick from Velasqs tenderised Fredriksson's leg. Fredriksson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Velasqs misses with a body punch

and Fredriksson counters with a takedown into full mount! That could mean trouble for Velasqs!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fredriksson looking to control but Velasqs is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Odin Fredriksson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Velasqs in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
BOOM! Fredriksson connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Fredriksson controlling his opponent.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Velasqs regains half guard.
Fredriksson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Fredriksson trying to pass the guard but Velasqs defending well.

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

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fredriksson thows a huge punch but Velasqs dodges it nicely.
Velasqs looks like he's trying to stand up.
Velasqs is trying to control but can't.
Velasqs wants to get back to his feet.
Velasqs trying to control from the bottom.
Fredriksson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Velasqs keeps working.
Velasqs keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

The ref stands the fighters back up because Cain Velasqs just wasn't active enough.
Fredriksson fails to land with a series of punches.
Sloppy strikes from Fredriksson. Those never looked like landing.
Cain Velasqs is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fredriksson moves out of range of the body kick.

Fredriksson closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Velasqs's guard.
Fredriksson throws an elbow that misses. Velasqs uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Fredriksson's guard. Nice move by Velasqs!
Velasqs prevents Fredriksson from getting back to his feet.
Fredriksson throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fredriksson is looking to stand back up but Velasqs counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Fredriksson.
Velasqs prevents Fredriksson from improving his position.

Velasqs is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Velasqs will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Velasqs with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Odin Fredriksson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Cain Velasqs's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!

Fredriksson takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Fredriksson misses with a double jab
and Velasqs counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Fredriksson is lucky that one didn't land flush.

Fredriksson takes the fight into the clinch.

Velasqs drags the fight down to the ground.

Velasqs is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Fredriksson defends well.
Velasqs looking to control.
Fredriksson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Fredriksson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fredriksson looking to sit in guard and control but Velasqs gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Velasqs trying to control the position from guard on top but Fredriksson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Velasqs pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Fredriksson is keeping the position for now.
Fredriksson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Velasqs is one step ahead there.
Cain Velasqs has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Velasqs trying to control the position from guard on top but Fredriksson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Velasqs loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Fredriksson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Velasqs is one step ahead there.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

The ref stands the fighters back up because Cain Velasqs just wasn't active enough.
Velasqs throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.

Fredriksson fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Velasqs sprawls well initially but Fredriksson persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Fredriksson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Velasqs keeps working.
Fredriksson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Velasqs is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Fredriksson scores with a couple of nice shots.
Velasqs slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.

That's four 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!
Fredriksson trying to control the position from guard on top but Velasqs is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fredriksson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Velasqs is keeping the position for now.
Fredriksson landing with the ground and pound.
Odin Fredriksson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Fredriksson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.

Velasqs escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Fredriksson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.

And that's the end of the fight!
Odin Fredriksson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Fredriksson has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Bishop scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Odin Fredriksson!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Odin Fredriksson waved his t-shirt featuring Perkele!'s logo in front of the cameras.

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C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
51%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Rmarkas Fletcher (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ronan Hollace (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Fletcher comes into the arena with Keep on Lovin Me Baby by Colin James blaring out of the sound system. Hollace has chosen Outside by Staind as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Fletcher
vs
Hollace

175 cm
36
146 lbs
31 - 19 - 0

175 cm
33
142 lbs
20 - 13 - 0

Great wrestler
World class boxer
Insanely flexible

Good wrestler
Lethal high kicks
Good gas tank

Milwaukee's Best 160 SALE $150

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 31 - 19 - 0, fighting out of London, Rmarkas Fletcher!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 20 - 13 - 0, fighting out of London, Ronan Hollace!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, James Ackerman and Colin Fotheringham.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Fletcher staying out of range there.
Hollace swings away with a body shot that misses
and Fletcher counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hollace throws a right hand that misses
and Fletcher counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fletcher shoots in but no luck this time.
Hollace leaves Fletcher with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Hollace throws a solid leg kick but Fletcher takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Hollace.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Hollace!
Hollace with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Fletcher takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Hollace digs a good body shot into Fletcher's ribs.
Hollace lands a jab to Fletcher's midsection.
Hollace swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hollace throws a leg kick but Fletcher checks it.

Fletcher closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Fletcher thows a huge punch but Hollace dodges it nicely.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Hollace looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Fletcher drops an elbow to the side of Hollace's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hollace wants to improve his position but Fletcher is controlling well.
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. Fletcher connects with a nice short shot to Hollace's temple.
Fletcher thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Hollace's head.
Fletcher working the head and body with strikes.
Hollace trying to control from the bottom.

Hollace looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Fletcher missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fletcher wants to control but Hollace is keeping him busy.
Fletcher with the ground and pound but Hollace uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Fletcher stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hollace swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hollace not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Fletcher throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fletcher passes Hollace's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Fletcher seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Fletcher is stalling here. Hollace is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Fletcher seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Hollace has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.

Hollace is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Fletcher has escaped the position, nice work there.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fletcher manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!

Fletcher is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hollace is just riding it out for now. Fletcher eventually gives up the hold.
Hollace is trying to control but can't.
Fletcher throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Fletcher looks to land a strike but Hollace avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Fletcher preventing the sweep.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fletcher pushing down on Hollace's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Hollace looks like he's trying to stand up.
Fletcher 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.
Fletcher trying to mount his opponent but Hollace defends it.
Fletcher throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Fletcher scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Hollace tries to get to full guard but Fletcher has control of the leg.
Fletcher sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hollace defending well though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Hollace misses with a straight left.
Hollace throws a body punch but Fletcher moves out of range.
Hollace cracks Fletcher with a right hand to the side of the head.
Hollace misses with a low kick as Fletcher jumps back.
Fletcher tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hollace sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Fletcher somewhat.
Hollace throws a jab when Fletcher was well out of range.
Fletcher misses with a body shot.
Hollace throws a nice looking combination but Fletcher bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Hollace wants to slow Fletcher down by chopping away at his legs.
A big left from Hollace misses.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hollace.
Hollace moves in looking to clinch but Fletcher pushes him off.
Hollace thows a body shot but no joy.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Hollace misses with a low kick.
Fletcher tests Hollace's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hollace has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Fletcher finds it's way round the side to connect with Hollace's head.
Hollace is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fletcher.
Hollace shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Hollace looks to land a body kick but Fletcher moved away.
Hollace throws a nice outside leg kick.

Fletcher closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Hollace quickly recovers to half guard.

Fletcher is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Fletcher is trying to control the action in half guard but Hollace is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fletcher passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Hollace!

Fletcher is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Hollace to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Hollace shrugs it off.
You get the feeling that Hollace really doesn't like being in this position too much.
The referee warns Hollace that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hollace is in a horrible position here. Fletcher smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hollace is squirming around, avoiding Fletcher's attempts to control the action.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hollace really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Fletcher landing punches.
Hollace tries to hold on but Fletcher postures up.
Rmarkas Fletcher overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Fletcher landing strikes from the mount and Hollace is in trouble!
Hollace sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Hollace is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Fletcher lands a nice short elbow.
Fletcher trying to control from half guard but Hollace is working away.
Fletcher thows a huge punch but Hollace dodges it nicely.
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!
Fletcher wants to take a breather but Hollace is having none of it.
Fletcher throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Hollace blocking the ground and pound attempt from Fletcher.
Fletcher missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Fletcher stops Hollace from getting back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rmarkas Fletcher dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!

Fletcher slips under a jab from Hollace.
Hollace shoots in but Fletcher avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Fletcher shoots in but Hollace avoids the takedown attempt easily.

Fletcher darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.

Hollace makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Fletcher tries for a takedown but Hollace sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Hollace feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Fletchers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Hollace misses with a right hand
and Fletcher counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hollace wants to clinch up but Fletcher keeps it at a distance.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Hollace shoots in for a takedown but Fletcher shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Hollace fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fletcher manages to avoid it.
Hollace misses with a shot to the body

and Fletcher counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Hollace pushes Fletcher off looking to stand but Fletcher dives back in and keeps control.
Fletcher trying to pass the guard but Hollace defending well.
Fletcher wants to advance to full mount but Hollace doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Fletcher postures up in Hollace's guard and throws a big left but Hollace blocks it.
Fletcher looking to pass the guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fletcher throws a big elbow that misses.
Fletcher is looking to work some ground and pound but Hollace has wrist control.
Fletcher throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Fletcher trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fletcher throwing strikes but missing.
Fletcher looking to pass the guard.
Fletcher throws a big elbow that misses.
Hollace is trying to control the position from the bottom.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fletcher looking to pass the guard.
Fletcher trying to control but Hollace is working from the bottom.
Fletcher stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hollace swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Fletcher postures up.

Ronan Hollace has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Fletcher has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rmarkas Fletcher. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fletcher lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Hollace backs up against the cage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fletcher tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hollace sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Fletcher somewhat.
A punch lands to the side of Fletcher 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Fletcher shoots in looking for a takedown. Hollace tries to sprawl out of it but Fletcher keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hollace manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Hollace throws a low kick but Fletcher avoids it.
Rmarkas Fletcher is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Sloppy strikes from Hollace. Those never looked like landing.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hollace connects with a solid leg kick.

Fletcher shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Ronan Hollace has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hollace wants to stand and escape but Fletcher is having none of it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rmarkas Fletcher showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Fletcher, 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 William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rmarkas Fletcher!

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FIGHT
RATING
55%

Main event

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Nelli Kuukeri (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Andre Mullard (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!

Kuukeri
vs
Mullard

193 cm
24
280 lbs
12 - 7 - 0

189 cm
34
228 lbs
17 - 12 - 0

Abu Dhabi Champ
Excellent boxer
Insanely flexible

ADCC Champion
Excellent boxer
Good gas tank

Valhalla Q160 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 12 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Nelli Kuukeri!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 17 - 12 - 0, fighting out of London, Andre Mullard!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Daniel Bishop and Chris Edwards.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mullard shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Kuukeri counters with a slapping leg kick.

Mullard closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Mullard lands in his opponent's guard.
Kuukeri controlling Mullard's posture.
Kuukeri 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.
Mullard is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Kuukeri keeping full guard, as Mullard tries to pass.

Kuukeri looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
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!
Kuukeri manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Mullard manages to get himself to full guard.
Kuukeri looking to pass the guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kuukeri postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.

Mullard pushes Kuukeri off and scrambles back to his feet.
Mullard ducks right into an uppercut from Kuukeri.
Kuukeri fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mullard has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
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!
Kuukeri clobbers Mullard with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Mullard misses with a leg kick
and Kuukeri connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mullard fails with the takedown
letting Kuukeri counter with a right hand.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Horrible takedown by Kuukeri or perhaps it was just good defense by Mullard which made him look bad.
Mullard cracks Kuukeri with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.

Mullard drives through with a takedown into guard.
Mullard passes Kuukeri's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Kuukeri is trying to stand.

Kuukeri looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Mullard works his way into full mount!
Kuukeri tries to reverse the position but Mullard maintains control.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kuukeri is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mullard is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Kuukeri can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Kuukeri is working to get back to half guard.
Mullard lands a big shot there that rocks Kuukeri but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mullard dominating with strikes here.
Mullard dominating with strikes here.

Kuukeri is rocked!
Mullard cracks Kuukeri with a big head shot that has him covering up instantly! He's rolled onto his side and the referee has seen enough - this one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Andre Mullard!
After the big win, Andre Mullard made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Fossington & Blythe: Gentlemen's Fight Attire and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

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energy
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hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
90%

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