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Vicious Challengers 10 PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Yenker Rian (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Takashi Yamamoto (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighter's entrance songs getting the crowd jumping here.
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140 lbs
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Brawler
Granite chin |
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BJJ Blue Belt
Solid Muay Thai
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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
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Yenker Rian!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Takashi Yamamoto!
The judges for this bout are Arvi Lind, Ben Zyskovitsi and Matti Vanhoillinen.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Yamamoto misses with a series of wild punches.
Yamamoto goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Rian swings widly with a right hand
and Yamamoto counters with a two punch combo.
Yamamoto looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Yamamoto pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Rian back to the cage. Yamamoto follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Yamamoto has had enough of the clinch but Rian keeps him there for the moment.
Rian drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Yamamoto gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Rian is stalling here.
Yamamoto creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Rian's defenses.
It looks like Yenker Rian has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rian has Yamamoto pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Rian pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Yamamoto tumbling to the mat - Rian dives into Yamamoto's guard.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Rian working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Yamamoto's head.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rian stands up and waves to Yamamoto to follow him.
Yamamoto cracks a nice hook into Rian's ribs.
Rian shoots in but Yamamoto avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Rian moves into the clinch successfully.
Yamamoto avoids the elbow strike from Rian, against the cage.
Yamamoto connects with a knee to the head.
Yamamoto can't break the clinch.
Yamamoto has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Rian uses from the top position.
Rian trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rian's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Yamamoto looking for a sweep. Not yet Yamamoto, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Yamamoto is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Yamamoto pulls Rian in to control the position.
Takashi Yamamoto has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Rian shoots in and drives through. Yamamoto sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yenker Rian. That's going to take a lot out of him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Yamamoto clinches with his opponent.
Rian throws an elbow but it misses.
Rian gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Yamamoto pushes Rian off looking to stand but Rian dives back in and keeps control.
Rian 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.
Rian thows a huge punch but Yamamoto dodges it nicely.
Rian is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rian seems to be looking for submissions.
Rian lands with a punch from half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rian gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Rian fails with a takedown attempt.
Rian is breathing heavily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rian.
Rian fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Rian tries to score a power double leg takedown but Yamamoto sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rian somewhat.
Yamamoto instigates a clinch.
Yamamoto pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Yamamoto closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Yamamoto escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A punch combination from Yamamoto misses.
Yamamoto gets a clinch.
Rian throws an elbow but it misses.
Rian lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The fighters are battling for position here. Yamamoto manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Rian avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Rian working some strikes from top position.
Rian working some strikes from top position.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Rian is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Rian wanted to stand there but Yamamoto had control of the position.
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 Yenker Rian will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Yenker Rian's cut.
That's time! Rian's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Rian misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Yenker Rian seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Yamamoto fails with a takedown attempt.
Yamamoto clinches up with Rian and pushes him back against the cage.
Rian goes for a takedown in the clinch but Yamamoto prevents it.
Yamamoto escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Yamamoto looks for a takedown but Rian sprawls well.
Rian throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Yamamoto's waist but Yamamoto gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Rian off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yenker Rian. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rian instigates a clinch.
Yamamoto jumps guard but Rian stands there with Yamamoto around his waist. Yamamoto gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Rian misses with an elbow strike.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Yamamoto is trying to stall.
Yamamoto blocks an elbow strike.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Yamamoto as Rian tries to tie him up.
Rian throws an elbow that misses.
Yamamoto using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Yamamoto tries to break free but Rian pushes him back against the cage.
Yamamoto wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Yamamoto has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Rian is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Yamamoto blocks the elbow strike.
Yamamoto escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rian instigates a clinch.
Yamamoto stops a takedown attempt from Rian.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rian misses with a knee to the head.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Yamamoto is trying to maintain a safe position but Rian gets an underhook and turns Yamamoto into the cage.
Rian is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Yamamoto lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Rian is trying to drag Yamamoto to the mat but Yamamoto just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Yamamoto managing to block the knees to the body from Rian.
Yamamoto slows down the pace here.
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!
Yamamoto pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rian fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Yamamoto fails to land with a series of punches.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Yamamoto gets caught napping as Rian dives in and scores a takedown. Yamamoto manages to retain guard.
Rian stops Yamamoto from standing up.
Yamamoto trying to control the position.
Rian trying to control but Yamamoto is working from the bottom.
Yamamoto wants to sweep here but Rian controlling him for the moment.
Rian prevents Yamamoto from getting back to his feet.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Yamamoto stuffs the takedown attempt from Rian. Rian gets slowly back to his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rian. Yamamoto does a little dance to reset his feet.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Yamamoto closes the distance and pushes Rian back into the cage.
Rian tries for a takedown but Yamamoto manages to get underhooks.
Rian is trying to drag Yamamoto to the mat but Yamamoto just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Yamamoto.
Yamamoto landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
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!
Rian tries to land knees in the clinch but Yamamoto avoids the damage to the body.
Yamamoto looking to throw knees to the head but Rian is blocking nicely.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Rian takes a knee right on the jaw!
Rian prevents Yamamoto from breaking the clinch.
Rian is working for takedown but Yamamoto is calmly controlling the position for now.
Yamamoto displaying some good clinch control by pressing Rian up against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takashi Yamamoto showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Yenker Rian's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rian.
Yamamoto forces Rian back against the cage and clinches.
Yamamoto gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Rian.
Yamamoto working hard to break the clinch.
Rian is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yenker Rian. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rian is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Yamamoto pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Rian changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Yamamoto fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Rian shoots in and drives through. Yamamoto sprawls well.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Yamamoto moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Yamamoto fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Yamamoto comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Yamamoto avoiding damage as Rian throws knees to the body.
Rian misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Yamamoto.
Yamamoto lands an elbow inside.
Yamamoto connects with a nasty looking knee right to Rian's face.
Yamamoto pressing his opponent against the cage.
Rian has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Yamamoto is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Yamamoto is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Yamamoto is stalling here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rian tries to score a body lock takedown but Yamamoto shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Yamamoto putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Rian in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Rian throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Yamamoto blocks it with crossed arms.
Yamamoto escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rian rushes Yamamoto and presses him up against the cage.
Rian misses with an elbow strike.
Rian has picked Yamamoto up - he's going for a ride! Rian dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Yamamoto regains full guard. Nicely done.
Rian won't allow Yamamoto to get back to his feet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Yamamoto trying to control the position here.
Yenker Rian overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Rian in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Rian cracks Yamamoto with a solid left hand.
Rian looking to pass the guard.
Rian trying to control the position from guard on top but Yamamoto is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Yamamoto wants to stand up but Rian is controlling him.
Yamamoto keeping full guard, as Rian tries to pass.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Yamamoto lands with a nice combination. Rian backs away looking to recover.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Rian will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Yamamoto moves into the clinch successfully.
Rian tries to score a body lock takedown but Yamamoto shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Yamamoto lands a knee to the head.
Yamamoto pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Yamamoto tries to score a power double leg takedown but Rian sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Yamamoto somewhat.
Yamamoto moves into the clinch successfully.
This has been an exciting period of action!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Yamamoto pressing his opponent against the cage.
Yamamoto stops a takedown attempt from Rian.
And that's the end of the fight!
Takashi Yamamoto comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Yamamoto 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 Arvi Lind scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 28:29
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takashi Yamamoto!
In his post fight interview, Takashi Yamamoto started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Al Kohalic (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and ILia Kosarev (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Al Kohalic could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to ILia Kosarev's chin.
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225 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
Solid boxing
Granite chin |
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Brawler
Determined |
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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
3 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Al Kohalic!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 4 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, ILia Kosarev!
The judges for this bout are Matti Vanhoillinen, Roosa Järviläinen and Anni Minnemäki.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kosarev thumps Kohalic with a low kick.
Kosarev throws a combination that misses
and Kohalic counters with a nice body shot.
Kosarev throws a head kick but Kohalic moves out of range.
Kohalic is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Kosarev's half guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Kohalic controlling the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kohalic throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kohalic drops an elbow to the side of Kosarev's head.
Kohalic stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Kohalic blocks a head kick by Kosarev.
Kosarev just misses with a punch to the body.
Kohalic shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Kosarev is trying to defend but Kohalic finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Ground and pound from Kohalic.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kosarev avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kohalic.
Kohalic is controlling the pace.
Kosarev really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kohalic. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kohalic drops an elbow to the side of Kosarev's head.
Kosarev blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kohalic.
Kohalic passes the guard and advances to mount!
Kohalic looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kohalic postures up and throws a big right hand. BOOM! Right on the button! Kosarev is out cold - huge knockout for Kohalic!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Al Kohalic!
Al Kohalic 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 featherweight MMA rules bout between Pedro Almodovar (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Emir Hajimurad (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Pedro Almodovar has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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145 lbs
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Brawler
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Pedro Almodovar!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Emir Hajimurad!
The judges for this bout are Johanna Lukiainen, Tarja Halkonen and Roosa Järviläinen.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Almodovar comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hajimurad takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Almodovar comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hajimurad misses with a right hand
and Almodovar counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Almodovar lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Almodovar defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hajimurad.
Almodovar lands a nice hook to Hajimurad's body. Hajimurad takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Almodovar lands with a nice body punch.
Nice shot by Almodovar.
Almodovar lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Almodovar listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Almodovar lands with a shot to the body.
Hajimurad fails with a takedown attempt.
Almodovar lands a nice shot that snaps Hajimurad's head back.
Hajimurad takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Hajimurad takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Hajimurad instigates a clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Almodovar throws a punch but it's blocked by Hajimurad.
Almodovar misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hajimurad has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Almodovar avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Pedro Almodovar has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emir Hajimurad.
Hajimurad blocks a body shot from Almodovar.
Hajimurad looking for a takedown.
Almodovar looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Hajimurad is trying to pull guard but Almodovar has him pressed against the cage.
Almodovar throws a punch but it's blocked by Hajimurad.
Hajimurad has Almodovar pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Almodovar manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Hajimurad tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Hajimurad is trying to drag Almodovar to the mat but Almodovar just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Hajimurad looks winded!
Almodovar is trying to break free.
Almodovar goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hajimurad successfully pulls guard.
Almodovar controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Pedro Almodovar has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Hajimurad drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Almodovar scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Pedro Almodovar is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hajimurad finds himself stumbling back on wobbly legs after being clipped by a right hand. He's up against the cage, ducking and weaving under Almodovar's strikes but an uppercut finds it's way through and Hajimurad falls! - He's completely out of it and the ref jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pedro Almodovar!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Cody Duncan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Daniel Haukka (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Daniel Haukka has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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163 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
Solid boxing
Experienced |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
4 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Cody Duncan!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
7 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Daniel Haukka!
The judges for this bout are Anni Minnemäki, Marco Blurström and Johanna Lukiainen.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Haukka clinches up against the cage.
Haukka lands an elbow that stopped Duncan in his tracks for a moment.
Duncan pulls Haukka into guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Duncan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Haukka doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Haukka manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Duncan is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Duncan is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Haukka avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Duncan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Haukka is aware though and is defending well.
Haukka got a little sloppy there for a moment and Duncan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Haukka has managed to get both his arms back between Duncan's legs - danger averted.
Haukka is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Duncan has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Haukka is looking to defend but Duncan has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Haukka! Duncan pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Haukka taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Cody Duncan!
Cody Duncan thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Clive Allen (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ismo Laippela (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Allen comes to the cage accompanied by The World's Greatest. Clive Allen is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.
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Brawler
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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
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Clive Allen!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Ismo Laippela!
The judges for this bout are Ben Zyskovitsi, Tarja Halkonen and Marco Blurström.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Allen takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Laippela bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Allen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Laippela throws a leg kick but Allen sees it coming and moves out of range.
Laippela scores with a hook to the body. Allen takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Laippela is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Laippela lands a nice shot that snaps Allen's head back.
Allen tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in the close the distance. Laippela manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Allen is looking to clinch but Laippela is avoiding it.
Laippela scores with a one two! Allen had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Laippela scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Laippela throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A leg kick checked by Allen.
Laippela avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Allen is looking to clinch.
Allen looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Laippela!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Laippela is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Laippela is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Allen scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Laippela to see if he's OK.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Laippela wants to control but Allen postures up.
Laippela is not content to let Allen control the position.
Allen scoring with punches and elbows.
Allen working the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Allen lands a nice forearm strike.
Laippela tries to bench press Allen off him but Allen keeps the position.
Allen in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Laippela is rocked!
Allen lands a strong strike to the head of Laippela. That's dazed him! Allen looking to finish here. Laippela is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Allen lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Clive Allen!
Clive Allen 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 lightweight MMA rules bout between Adam Ash (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tero Karhula (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). This should be a great matchup!
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165 lbs
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162 lbs
2 - 0 - 1 |
Decent wrestler
Basic striking
Granite chin |
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Decent boxing
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Adam Ash!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 1, fighting out of Helsinki, Tero Karhula!
The judges for this bout are Tarja Halkonen, Marco Blurström and Ben Zyskovitsi.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Karhula swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Karhula scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Ash looking for submissions off his back.
Ash tries to roll over but Karhula keeps him under control.
Ash avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Karhula.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Karhula lands a nice short elbow.
Karhula throwing shots but Ash is blocking nicely.
Ash tries to get to full guard but Karhula has control of the leg.
Ash tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Ash missing with punches from the bottom.
Ash is trying to get back to full guard.
Ash looking for submissions off his back.
Karhula throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ash gets full guard.
Ash working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Karhula.
Karhula loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ash has control of Karhula's left arm, preventing Karhula from doing any damage.
Ash is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Karhula is aware though and is defending well.
Karhula is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Ash has a closed guard, preventing Karhula from standing up.
Ash seems keen to control Karhula's posture.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Karhula accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Ash looking to hit a scissor sweep but Karhula is one step ahead there.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Karhula trying to control the position from guard on top but Ash is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ash preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Karhula is working Ash over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Karhula got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ash has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Karhula has managed to get both his arms back between Ash's legs - danger averted.
Ash pulls Karhula in close to his closed guard and prevents Karhula from doing any damage or advancing position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Karhula throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ash striking from the bottom.
Karhula with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ash keeping moving, preventing Karhula from controlling successfully.
Karhula with a nice head shot there.
Karhula chips away with some ground and pound.
Karhula lands a couple of digs.
Ash preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ash keeping full guard, as Karhula tries to pass.
Karhula throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Karhula content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Karhula throwing strikes from guard but Ash blocks nicely.
Karhula wants to control from the top but Ash keeps moving.
Ash lands a good elbow from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Karhula accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Ash is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ash tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Karhula works over Ash with some ground and pound from guard.
Ash working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Karhula doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Karhula manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Karhula is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Karhula content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Karhula working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Ash's head.
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!
Karhula with a nice head shot there.
Karhula with a nice head shot there.
Karhula trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Karhula working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Karhula has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Karhula working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Karhula throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ash works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Karhula postures up.
Karhula scoring with punches to the head and body.
Karhula is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Karhula preventing the sweep.
Karhula landing with the ground and pound.
Ash not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tero Karhula dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Ash.
Karhula looking to score a takedown here. Ash is defending well but Karhula drives through and ends up in Ash's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ash is on top in guard.
Ash landing with the ground and pound.
Karhula is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Karhula tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Karhula keeping moving, preventing Ash from controlling successfully.
Karhula is striking off his back. Ash thinks nothing of it though and passes easily into half guard.
Tero Karhula has got the better of the ground game so far.
Karhula is defending against the submission attempts here by Ash.
Ash not landing any meaningful shots this time.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Karhula is looking for a sweep. Ash is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Karhula is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Ash not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Karhula pushes Ash off looking to stand but Ash dives back in and keeps control.
Karhula tries to roll over but Ash keeps him under control.
Ash thows a huge punch but Karhula dodges it nicely.
Karhula moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ash pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Karhula is keeping the position for now.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Karhula can do anything to dispel that myth.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ash throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Karhula works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Karhula is striking but Ash is not phased and passes to half guard.
Karhula is pressing down on Ash's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Ash is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Karhula trying to control the position.
Ash in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Karhula scores with a nice shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ash makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Karhula is looking to sweep but instead, Ash has passed into half guard.
Karhula moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Karhula utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Karhula had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ash defends it easily.
Ash wants to control from the top but Karhula keeps moving.
Ash passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.
Ash is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Karhula is just riding it out for now. Ash eventually gives up the hold.
Ash is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Karhula wants to control but Ash is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ash throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Karhula missing with punches from the bottom.
Karhula is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ash pulls his head out easily.
Ash trying to control from half guard but Karhula is working away.
Ash moves into side control, avoiding the strikes from Karhula.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Ash scoring with punches and elbows.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Adam Ash will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
Karhula lands a jab-cross combination.
It looks like Adam Ash has been cut.
A momentary lapse in concentration from Ash enables Karhula to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Ash manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Karhula trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Ash scores with a couple of body punches from the bottom.
Ash is trying to keep Karhula in close.
Ash manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Karhula manages to get himself to full guard.
Karhula looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Ash passes into half guard.
Karhula wants to get back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ash is working for a kimura but Karhula is defending it quite comfortably.
Ash seems to be looking for submissions.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Karhula punching from the bottom.
Ash not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The fighters are battling for position here. Karhula manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Karhula looking for a sweep. Not yet Karhula, not yet.
Ash forces his way into half guard.
Karhula missing with punches from the bottom.
Karhula wants to control but Ash is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ash is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Karhula sees it coming and defends easily.
Karhula blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ash.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Karhula is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ash scores with a couple of nice shots.
Karhula slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Karhula working for a triangle but Ash defends it easily.
Ash wants to control from the top but Karhula keeps moving.
Karhula is looking to stand up but Ash isn't so interested in that idea.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ash postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Karhula controls Ash momentarily but Ash frees himself.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ash's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Ash trying to control but Karhula is working from the bottom.
Karhula lands a couple of decent looking body shots there.
Ash keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Karhula's head.
Ash wants to control from the top but Karhula keeps moving.
Ash postures up and lands a big shot to Karhula's brow.
Karhula wants to sweep here but Ash controlling him for the moment.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ash is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Ash trying to control but Karhula is working from the bottom.
Ash is working Karhula over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ash slips nicely into half guard.
Ash controlling the action here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ash lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Karhula is trying to control but can't.
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 Adam Ash.
I think Ash 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 Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 29:29
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Adam Ash!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Blue Label (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Go Getter (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Label's entrance music is Godsmak, I stand alone. A fine choice. Go Getter is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
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206 lbs
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200 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
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Blue Label!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
3 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Go Getter!
The judges for this bout are Marco Blurström, Anni Minnemäki and Roosa Järviläinen.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Getter shoots and misses
and Label counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Getter keeping moving, preventing Label from controlling successfully.
Label sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Label working some strikes from top position.
Getter preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Label forces his way into half guard.
Getter is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Label will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Getter looks winded!
Getter has hold of Label's hands but Label slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Getter punching from the bottom.
Label takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Getter is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Label pulls his head out easily.
Label with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The ref stands the fighters back up because Blue Label just wasn't active enough.
Label drives through with a takedown into guard.
Label trying to control the position from guard on top but Getter is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Label is working Getter over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Label keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Getter's head.
Label wants to control from the top but Getter keeps moving.
Label looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Label looking to pass the guard.
Label trying to control but Getter is working from the bottom.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Label postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Label wants to control from the top but Getter keeps moving.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Blue Label wasn't doing enough on the ground.
Label closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Label lands in his opponent's guard.
Label has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Label throws a big right hand that misses.
Label engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Label works over Getter with some ground and pound from guard.
Label scoring with punches to the head and body.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Label's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Label's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Label working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Label knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Getter on the ground.
Getter has momentary wrist control but Label slips an elbow through the middle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Label is working Getter over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Label lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Label postures up and lands a big shot to Getter's brow.
Label lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Label is in close to Getter's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Label controlling from the top position.
Label is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Label is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Label's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Blue Label dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Label has taken the fight to the clinch.
Label's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Label fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nice takedown defense from Getter. No joy for Label on that attempt.
Label fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Blue Label. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Label looking to score a takedown here. Getter is defending well but Label drives through and ends up in Getter's guard.
Label gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Label moves into the clinch successfully.
Label works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Label passes into half guard.
Label seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Label missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Getter trying to control but Label postures up.
Label is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Getter defends it well.
Label scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Getter is trying to stand up here but Label is controlling him well.
Label is nestled in close to Getter, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Label lands a nice short elbow.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Label is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Label scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Label gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Label shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Getter sprawls well. Getter wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Label gets slowly back to his feet.
Label closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Label lands in his opponent's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Label content to stall in guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Label scoring with punches to the head and body.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Label's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Label lands a couple of elbows.
Label keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Getter's head.
Label scoring with some ground and pound.
Label lands a couple of digs.
Label sitting in guard, not really doing much.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Label gets to his feet. Getter looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Label drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Label working the head and body with strikes.
Label trying to control the position but Getter is working away.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Label landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Getter taking punishment in the form of punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Blue Label dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
Label shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Label was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Label wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Getter, who protects the arm well.
Check out the look on Label's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Label is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Getter can do to turn this around?
Label is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Getter is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Getter being controlled for a moment.
Getter takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Getter is looking for a sweep.
Label working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Label tries for a kimura but Getter is defending well.
Label prevents Getter from escaping the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Label working the ground and pound.
Label wants to control but Getter is keeping him busy.
Label cracks Getter with a big right hand but Getter just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Label really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Label has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Label lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Blue Label overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Getter tries to reverse the position but Label maintains control.
Label lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Label is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Getter is surviving well by controlling Label's body position as best he can.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Label in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Getter wants to control but Label is having none of it.
Label with good strikes from the mount here!
Go Getter has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Label cracks Getter with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Label with the ground and pound from mount.
Label unloading with bombs!
Label has control of Getter's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Getter regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Label landing strikes, looking to finish!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Label lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
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!
Label sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Getter is looking to get to half guard.
Blue Label is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Label sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Label looking to finish Getter with some ground and pound. This is bad for Getter!
And that's the end of the fight!
Blue Label showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Label has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 30:25
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 30:25
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Blue Label!
After winning the bout, Blue Label thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Walter Haze (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Helmut Gotfedson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Haze comes to the cage accompanied by King Of Amarillo by Issues. Walter Haze has a significant reach advantage - let's see if he can make it count.
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148 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
Counter fighter
Granite chin |
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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
3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Walter Haze!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Helmut Gotfedson!
The judges for this bout are Matti Vanhoillinen, Anni Minnemäki and Tarja Halkonen.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Haze has managed to clinch.
Haze pulls guard effortlessly.
Gotfedson trying to control the position from guard on top but Haze is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Haze is adopting a defensive guard.
Haze 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.
Haze is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Gotfedson wants to control but Haze is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Haze not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Haze wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gotfedson keeps working.
Haze throwing shots but Gotfedson is blocking nicely.
Haze will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Gotfedson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Haze sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Gotfedson defending well though.
Haze tries to pass the half guard into mount. Gotfedson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Gotfedson trying to control here.
Haze tries to pass to full mount but Gotfedson defends it.
Gotfedson is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Haze scores with a couple of nice shots.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Haze thows a huge punch but Gotfedson dodges it nicely.
Haze throws a strike but Gotfedson avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Haze trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Gotfedson keeping full guard, as Haze tries to pass.
Haze postures up in Gotfedson's guard and throws a big left but Gotfedson blocks it.
Haze is fighting to break Gotfedson's control of his arms but Gotfedson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Haze working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Gotfedson keeping full guard, as Haze tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Haze chips away with some ground and pound.
Haze won't allow Gotfedson to sweep him here.
Haze looking to pass the guard.
Haze's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Gotfedson wants to stand and escape but Haze is having none of it.
Haze passes into half guard.
Haze is looking to advance position but Gotfedson won't allow it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Nice strikes from Haze there.
Haze is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gotfedson is just riding it out for now. Haze eventually gives up the hold.
Gotfedson trying to control but Haze postures up.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gotfedson has hold of Haze's hands but Haze slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Walter Haze dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
Haze closes the distance and clinches up with Gotfedson, looking for a takedown. Haze pushes Gotfedson against the cage but Gotfedson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Gotfedson misses with a takedown attempt
and Haze counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Haze.
Haze passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Haze tries to score with some ground and pound. Gotfedson controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Gotfedson looking for a sweep but Haze has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Gotfedson's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
Haze dominating with strikes here.
Haze controlling his opponent.
Haze really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Haze lands a nice shot to the head.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Haze trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Haze lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Haze is giving the impression that he's looking to ground and pound but he switches suddenly into a beautiful far side armbar! Gotfedson is forced to tap! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Walter Haze!
An out of breath Walter Haze thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Micki Angelo (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Julian Demaestri (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Julian Demaestri looks lathargic as he enters the arena. Wake up son, you're about to have a fight!
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175 lbs
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169 lbs
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Brawler
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Brawler
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
4 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Micki Angelo!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Julian Demaestri!
The judges for this bout are Matti Vanhoillinen, Ben Zyskovitsi and Marco Blurström.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Demaestri tries for a takedown but Angelo circles away easily
and Angelo counters with a nice leg kick.
Angelo shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Angelo was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Angelo is working Demaestri over with some ground and pound from side control.
Angelo slows the pace down.
Angelo decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Angelo drives through with a takedown into guard.
Angelo looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Angelo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Demaestri swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Demaestri looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Demaestri looks winded!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Angelo not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Angelo stands and steps away. Demaestri gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Angelo throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Demaestri was covering up waiting for the punch and Angelo finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Angelo gets to his feet - Demaestri follows without any prompting.
Demaestri lands with a straight right. Angelo didn't see that one coming.
A chopping leg kick lands by Angelo.
Demaestri tries for a takedown but Angelo circles away easily
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Angelo drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Angelo controlling from side mount.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Angelo decides to stand back up. Angelo steps back and let's Demaestri get back to his feet.
Angelo fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Demaestri sprawls well initially but Angelo persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Angelo controlling the action here.
Demaestri is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Angelo pulls his head out easily.
Angelo moves nicely into side control.
Demaestri prevents Angelo from moving into mount.
Demaestri on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Demaestri is letting Angelo control him for a moment.
Demaestri takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Demaestri seems a little lost for a moment, as Angelo dominates the positioning.
Angelo is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Demaestri is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
A lull in the action here.
Demaestri is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Angelo controlling from side mount.
Angelo has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Angelo stands up.
Angelo shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Demaestri's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Angelo slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Angelo decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Demaestri with a poor takedown
and Angelo counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Micki Angelo dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
Angelo throws a quick inside leg kick.
Angelo tests Demaestri's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Angelo scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Angelo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Demaestri can do to turn this around?
Angelo shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Angelo showed some decent athleticism there.
Angelo landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Angelo keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Angelo seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Demaestri for as long as he can get away with.
Angelo trying to mount his opponent but Demaestri defends it.
Demaestri is breathing heavily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Angelo is trying to control. Demaestri wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Demaestri works his way to full guard. Good work.
Demaestri looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Demaestri is working an open guard so Angelo takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Demaestri takes one to the chin there.
Angelo pushes Demaestri up against the cage in a clinch.
The referee calls for Angelo to work.
Angelo lands a good knee to the midsection. Demaestri won't want to take too many of those.
Angelo pressing his opponent against the cage.
Angelo manages to break the clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Angelo fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Demaestri, pushing him back against the cage.
Angelo breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Angelo feints and as Demaestri raises his hands in defense, Angelo changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Angelo content to stall in guard here.
Demaestri has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Angelo 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 Demaestri.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Demaestri is trying to buck Angelo off.
Angelo is trying to get an arm triangle but Demaestri is defending well.
Angelo is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Angelo working the body and head with strikes.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Angelo is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Demaestri will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Angelo working away.
Angelo works to advance to full mount. Demaestri defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Angelo lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Angelo takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Angelo with a couple of short strikes.
Angelo scores with a couple of good head shots there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Angelo is landing with some decent strikes but Demaestri is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Angelo lands with some strikes.
Demaestri is rocked!
Angelo connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Demaestri is still in real trouble! Can Angelo finish him?
Angelo looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Angelo pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Angelo looking to control and managing it successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Micki Angelo dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
Angelo dives in and gets a big takedown. He lands in full mount and immediately unloads a series of heavy strikes! Demaestri has had enough and taps out.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Micki Angelo!
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Main event
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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between IP Freely (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sap De Aardwortel (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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21
143 lbs
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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 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, IP Freely!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Sap De Aardwortel!
The judges for this bout are Matti Vanhoillinen, Arvi Lind and Ben Zyskovitsi.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
De Aardwortel slaps away a takedown attempt from Freely, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Freely looks to clinch
and De Aardwortel moves into the clinch.
Freely wants a takedown.
Freely is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables De Aardwortel to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for IP Freely. That's going to take a lot out of him.
De Aardwortel has clasped his hands together around Freely's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
De Aardwortel 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 Freely's shoulder. That is not cool.
Freely wants to control but De Aardwortel postures up.
Freely trying to remain calm as De Aardwortel controls from the top position.
De Aardwortel really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Freely. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
The ground and pound from De Aardwortel seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
De Aardwortel taking a breather here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Freely is looking to reverse the position.
De Aardwortel moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
You can see the frustration on Freely's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
De Aardwortel gets caught flat footed, as Freely shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Freely looking to sit in guard and control but De Aardwortel gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Freely looking for a sweep. Not yet Freely, not yet.
De Aardwortel showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Freely might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Freely working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. De Aardwortel doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. De Aardwortel manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Freely utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
De Aardwortel content to stall in guard here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Freely escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. De Aardwortel gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
De Aardwortel is in close to Freely's body, working some short punches and elbows.
De Aardwortel throws a big right hand that misses.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
De Aardwortel is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Freely is trying to control the position but De Aardwortel postures up.
De Aardwortel engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Freely 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.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Sap De Aardwortel.
De Aardwortel looks for a takedown but Freely sprawls well.
Freely with a lazy takedown attempt
and De Aardwortel counters with a takedown into side control.
Freely regains half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
De Aardwortel is trying to control. Freely wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Freely trying to control here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
De Aardwortel slows the pace down in half guard.
Nice strikes from De Aardwortel there.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. De Aardwortel lands a nice short elbow.
De Aardwortel seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
De Aardwortel's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sap De Aardwortel dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Freely misses with a takedown
and De Aardwortel holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Freely fails to pull guard.
Freely tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for IP Freely. That's going to take a lot out of him.
De Aardwortel works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Freely can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as De Aardwortel controls the pace.
Freely lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for De Aardwortel!
Sap De Aardwortel has got the better of the ground game so far.
Freely tries to control but De Aardwortel wriggling away.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Freely pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
De Aardwortel regains half guard.
Freely is pressing down on De Aardwortel's thigh, looking to free his foot. De Aardwortel is holding on for now.
De Aardwortel is trying to control but can't.
Freely missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Freely is pressing down on De Aardwortel's thigh, looking to free his foot. De Aardwortel is holding on for now.
Freely trying to control from half guard but De Aardwortel is working away.
Freely uses his free foot to push down on De Aardwortel's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for De Aardwortel.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
BOOM! Freely connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Freely is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but De Aardwortel is surviving well by controlling Freely's body position as best he can.
Freely avoids the attempt from De Aardwortel to control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Freely thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Freely prevents De Aardwortel from getting the reversal.
Freely takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
De Aardwortel working to try and regain half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if De Aardwortel can do anything to dispel that myth.
De Aardwortel sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
De Aardwortel wants to control the action here but instead Freely manages to pass to full mount!
Freely working for a guillotine from mount but De Aardwortel is in no mood to give up.
Freely looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
De Aardwortel wants to control but Freely is having none of it.
De Aardwortel is desperately trying to improve his position but Freely has a good base and remains in mount.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Freely working De Aardwortel over with strikes here.
Freely is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but De Aardwortel is surviving well by controlling Freely's body position as best he can.
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!
De Aardwortel is wriggling around trying to escape.
Freely trying to control but De Aardwortel is having none of it.
Freely cracks De Aardwortel with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Freely wants to control the pace but De Aardwortel is squirming around nicely.
Freely is going oldschool here, as he tries to force De Aardwortel to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so De Aardwortel shrugs it off.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
IP Freely dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
De Aardwortel swats away the attempt to clinch by Freely.
Freely shoots for a double leg takedown but De Aardwortel sprawls well. He's pushed Freely's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Freely stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Freely wants it to stay on the feet.
Freely gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and De Aardwortel counters by moving into the clinch.
De Aardwortel lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
De Aardwortel tries to pass the half guard into mount. Freely knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Freely controlling the position well.
Freely wants to control but De Aardwortel is keeping busy.
That's one minute gone in the round.
De Aardwortel thows a huge punch but Freely dodges it nicely.
De Aardwortel is trying to control. Freely wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
De Aardwortel perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Freely shoots in for a takedown but De Aardwortel shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for IP Freely. That's going to take a lot out of him.
De Aardwortel circles away from the clinch attempt
so De Aardwortel counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
De Aardwortel trying to control the position from guard on top but Freely is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
De Aardwortel showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
De Aardwortel working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Freely's head.
De Aardwortel preventing the sweep.
De Aardwortel not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
De Aardwortel wants to control from the top but Freely keeps moving.
This has been an exciting period of action!
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Sap De Aardwortel has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Freely wants to clinch up but De Aardwortel keeps it at a distance.
Freely with a lazy takedown attempt
and De Aardwortel counters with a nice double leg into side control. Freely won't be happy with that.
De Aardwortel wants to take a breather but Freely manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for De Aardwortel.
De Aardwortel trying to control but Freely is working from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
De Aardwortel controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Sap De Aardwortel was stalling too much, according to the referee.
De Aardwortel keeps the fight on the outside.
Freely fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Freely shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts De Aardwortel as he jumps to the side.
De Aardwortel circles away from the clinch attempt
and De Aardwortel moves into the clinch.
Freely fails to pull the fight into his guard.
De Aardwortel on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
De Aardwortel is looking to take this one to the mat.
Freely has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. De Aardwortel avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sap De Aardwortel comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think De Aardwortel 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 Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sap De Aardwortel!
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