HERO Fight Night 17 PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Desmond Harrington (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jacky Ler (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Ler is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Rise of the fallen. On his way into the cage it seems that Desmond Harrington has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Desmond Harrington seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?

Harrington
vs
Ler

166 cm
20
152 lbs
8 - 3 - 0

172 cm
23
155 lbs
6 - 4 - 0

Good wrestling
Counter fighter
Granite chin

Decent wrestler
Good kicks
Good gas tank

DJs Locker

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 8 - 3 - 0, fighting out of London, Desmond Harrington!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 6 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Jacky Ler!
The judges for this bout are Matti Vanhoillinen, Tarja Halkonen and Arvi Lind.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Harrington rushes Ler and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Harrington misses with a body punch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Harrington misses with a punch to the body.
Ler struggles to land a body shot inside as Harrington controls his hands.
Harrington lands a nice uppercut.
Harrington drops down looking for an ankle pick but Ler pulls his leg out and moves away.
Ler throws a head kick that misses.
Ler lands a jab.
Ler cracks Harrington with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Ler sizes up Harrington with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Ler throws a combination. Harrington tries to block but a couple of punches get through.

Harrington fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Ler to the ground. Harrington is now in Ler's guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Ler can do anything to dispel that myth.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Harrington won't allow Ler to get back to his feet.
Ler is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Harrington trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Ler wants to get back to his feet but Harrington is in a dominant position and won't allow it.

That's one minute gone in the round.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Harrington thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Harrington advances position into side control!
Ler tries to escape but Harrington is in control.

Harrington looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Ler is pushing Harrington's head away, looking to escape. Harrington manages to hold on to the position though.
Harrington scoring with punches from side control.
Ler taking a bit of punishment here - Harrington scoring with strikes.
Harrington tries to move to mount but Ler blocks the move with his legs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Harrington working the ground and pound.
Harrington misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Ler is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!

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

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Harrington lands a few punches from side control.

Harrington tries for a kimura but Ler is defending well.
Ler is trying to get back to his feet.

Harrington is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ler has escaped the position, nice work there.
Harrington in side control lands a decent elbow.
Ler parries the strikes from Harrington easily there. Harrington is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Ler to escape.
Harrington connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Ler some visible discomfort.

Harrington is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ler is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Ler is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Harrington is controlling him well.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Harrington is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ler has escaped the position, nice work there.
Ler is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Harrington landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Harrington lands some shots froms side control.
Ler dodges the ground and pound from Harrington.
Ler wants to get back to his feet but Harrington drags him back down.

Harrington is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ler is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.

Harrington tries for a kimura but Ler is defending well.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Harrington is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ler knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Harrington 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.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ler is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Harrington asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Harrington working the ground and pound from side control.
Ler is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Harrington has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Harrington lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Ler down.
Harrington tries to move to mount but Ler blocks the move with his legs.
Ler is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Harrington is controlling him well.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Ler prevents Harrington from improving position.
Ler is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Harrington tries to move into full mount but can't pass Ler's legs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Harrington throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ler tries to clinch but Harrington moves out of range.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Harrington is defended easily by Ler.

Harrington gets tackled into the cage by Ler. Ler maintains the clinch.
Ler is trying to maintain a safe position but Harrington gets an underhook and turns Ler into the cage.
Harrington misses with a short punch on the inside.
Harrington misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Ler presses Harrington against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A short right from Harrington on the inside.
Harrington takes a shot to the head.
Ler landing knees to the head.
Harrington has a couple of punches blocked by Ler.
Ler stalling in the clinch but Harrington improves position.
Ler lands an elbow inside.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Ler landing knees to the head.
Harrington jumps guard but Ler turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Ler gets through Harrington's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Ler.
Ler prevents a body shot from Harrington.
A head punch on the inside from Harrington fails to land.
Ler blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Harrington can't find room to land a body shot as Ler controls the action.
Ler lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A shot in the inside from Ler.
A head punch on the inside from Harrington fails to land.
Ler lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Ler scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Harrington drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Desmond Harrington. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ler scores with a shot to the side of Harrington's head.
Harrington is working for takedown but Ler is calmly controlling the position for now.
Ler lands a right hand.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Harrington as Ler tries to tie him up.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ler lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Harrington misses with some punches.
Ler lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Harrington tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Harrington takes an elbow to the temple.
Ler scores with a knee to the head.
Ler scores with a knee to the head.
Ler lands a left hand.
Ler lands a right hand.
Harrington struggles to land a body shot inside as Ler controls his hands.
Ler is working Harrington over against the cage.
Ler is pressed up against the cage. Harrington has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Ler down to the mat. Ler avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Ler plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Ler tests Harrington's chin there with a solid looking shot.
No luck for Harrington with that takedown attempt.
Ler lands a nice shot to the body.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ler goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Ler connects with a looping right hand.
Ler tries to clinch there but Harrington circles away.
Harrington avoids the head kick by Ler.
Ler throws a head kick that misses.
Ler connects with the punch.
Ler lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Ler looks to clinch
and Harrington counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Jacky Ler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ler plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Ler throws a hook to the side of Harrington's head but Harrington sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.

Harrington scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Ler wants 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!

Harrington is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ler defends it well.

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

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Harrington slips a nice elbow through Ler's hands, connecting with Ler's forehead.

Harrington seems to be working for a kimura but Ler defends the submission attempt.
Ler pushes Harrington off looking to stand but Harrington dives back in and keeps control.
Harrington not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Ler is looking to escape.

Ler manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Ler lands a slapping body shot.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Ler lands a jab to the nose.

Harrington closes the distance and clinches.
Harrington tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ler's elbow.
Ler scores with an uppercut up the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jacky Ler showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!

Ler lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A jab lands there for Ler.
Ler cracks Harrington with an open hand slap.

Ler moves into the clinch.
Ler scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Ler working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ler lands with a right to the head.
Ler blocks an uppercut.
Harrington struggles to land a body shot inside as Ler controls his hands.
Harrington drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ler lands with a left to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Harrington presses Ler against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Harrington is trying to pull guard but Ler turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Harrington tries to work over Ler's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ler pushes Harrington back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Ler lands an elbow inside.
A short body shot lands from Ler as the two fighters clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ler lands an elbow inside that Harrington shrugs off.
Jacky Ler seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Harrington wants to take the fight to the mat but Ler manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Desmond Harrington. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Harrington fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Harrington struggles to land a body shot inside as Ler controls his hands.
Harrington being controlled against the cage.
Harrington has a couple of punches blocked by Ler.
Ler comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Ler lands a shot to the body.
Ler is looking to control Harrington's arms but Harrington gets an underhook and turns him. Now Ler has his back to the cage.
Ler lands a left hand.
Harrington goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ler stalling in the clinch but Harrington improves position.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ler.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ler lands with a short shot to the head.
Ler lands an elbow inside that Harrington shrugs off.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Ler lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Harrington tries to score a body lock takedown but Ler shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
A head punch on the inside from Harrington fails to land.
Harrington throws a punch but it's blocked by Ler.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Ler.
Ler lands with a left to the head.
Ler comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Harrington struggles to land a body shot inside as Ler controls his hands.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ler.

Harrington is rocked!
Ler scores with a nice hook to the head.
Oh Harrington is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ler lands with a left to the head.
Ler lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Ler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Harrington is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
A short right from Ler.
Ler lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Harrington to his knees! Ler keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jacky Ler!
Jacky Ler bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Marius Matei (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Taisto Rahapussi (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying Rahapussi's choice of entrance music: Caged in A Rage . Both fighters really staring each other down here, as Taisto Rahapussi enters the cage!

Matei
vs
Rahapussi

182 cm
28
194 lbs
6 - 6 - 0

178 cm
22
190 lbs
7 - 6 - 0

BJJ Brown Belt
Solid boxing
Very strong

BJJ Brown Belt
Solid Muay Thai
Good gas tank

DJs Locker

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 6 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Marius Matei!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 7 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Taisto Rahapussi!
The judges for this bout are Roosa Järviläinen, Arvi Lind and Johanna Lukiainen.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Matei lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Rahapussi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rahapussi throws a body kick that misses.
Matei misses with a looping left.
Rahapussi slips under a jab from Matei.
Matei feints and then cracks Rahapussi's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rahapussi down.
Matei checks a leg kick.
Marius Matei seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rahapussi misses with an attempted mid kick.
Rahapussi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rahapussi swats away the attempt to clinch by Matei.
Matei takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Matei lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Rahapussi circles away quickly and effectively.
Rahapussi ducks right into an uppercut from Matei.
Rahapussi looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Matei is fending him off so far but Rahapussi persists. Nope, Matei circles away and we're back to standing.
A head kick misses from Rahapussi.
Rahapussi throws a wild body kick that Matei sees coming a mile off.
Matei checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Matei swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rahapussi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Matei.
Matei swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Matei circles away from the clinch attempt.
Rahapussi checks a low kick from Matei.
Matei tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Matei on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Rahapussi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
No joy there for Matei, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Matei scores with a hook to the body. Rahapussi takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Matei throws the kick towards the body but Rahapussi avoids it.
Rahapussi lands a body shot.
Marius Matei is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rahapussi is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Rahapussi checks a leg kick.
Matei throws a hook but Rahapussi avoids it easily.
Rahapussi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Rahapussi fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Matei.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Matei swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rahapussi looks for the body kick but Matei saw that one coming.
Matei throws a hook but Rahapussi avoids it easily.
Matei moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fight stays on the outside here - Matei looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Horrible takedown by Rahapussi or perhaps it was just good defense by Matei which made him look bad.
Matei lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.

Rahapussi scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.

Rahapussi is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Matei is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Matei manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Rahapussi tries to get to full guard but Matei has control of the leg.

Matei is working for a kimura but Rahapussi is defending it quite comfortably.
Matei is thwarting Rahapussi's attempts to control the position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Matei throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Rahapussi trying to control but Matei postures up.
Matei wants to free his trapped foot but Rahapussi is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Matei drops an elbow to the side of Rahapussi's head.
Rahapussi blocking the ground and pound attempt from Matei.
Matei not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Rahapussi makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Rahapussi.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Matei working some strikes from top position.

Rahapussi pushes a forearm under Matei's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Matei is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Taisto Rahapussi!
Taisto Rahapussi made sure to mention his sponsor, DJs Locker in his post fight interview.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
58%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Osmo Keinänen (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Lucky Mussiono (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

Keinänen
vs
Mussiono

182 cm
21
190 lbs
7 - 4 - 0

182 cm
23
190 lbs
7 - 6 - 1

Good wrestling
Excellent MT
Good chin

Good wrestler
Excellent boxer
Heavy handed

DJs Locker
Untouchable Fight Nutrition

DJs Locker

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 7 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Osmo Keinänen!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 7 - 6 - 1, fighting out of Amsterdam, Lucky Mussiono!
The judges for this bout are Marco Blurström, Tarja Halkonen and Roosa Järviläinen.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Keinänen shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Mussiono's guard.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Keinänen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mussiono swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Mussiono looking for a sweep. Not yet Mussiono, not yet.
Mussiono is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Keinänen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mussiono swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Keinänen is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mussiono trying to control the position.
Mussiono is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.

OK we're going to have a standup here. Lucky Mussiono hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.
Keinänen fails to land the takedown.
Keinänen misses with an attempted mid kick.
Keinänen misses with an attempted mid kick.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Keinänen fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Mussiono will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Keinänen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mussiono throws a hook but Keinänen avoids it easily.
Keinänen fakes the leg kick and cracks Mussiono in the body.

Keinänen closes the distance and clinches.
Keinänen is pushing Mussiono up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.

Keinänen jumps guard.
Keinänen wants to sweep here but Mussiono controlling him for the moment.
Keinänen keeping full guard, as Mussiono tries to pass.
Mussiono looking to control the position here, rather than advance.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Keinänen working for a triangle but Mussiono defends it easily.
Mussiono trying to control the position from guard on top but Keinänen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Keinänen is trying to control the position but Mussiono postures up.
Mussiono wants to control from the top but Keinänen keeps moving.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

OK we're going to have a standup here. Lucky Mussiono hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.
Mussiono misses with a series of wild punches.
Mussiono throws an overhand right that lands on Keinänen's shoulder, as Keinänen tries to avoid the shot.
The fighters circling - Mussiono throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Good exchange - Mussiono coming out on top.

Keinänen shoots in and bounces Mussiono off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Mussiono lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Keinänen!
Mussiono prevents Keinänen from getting the reversal.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Keinänen tries to hold on but Mussiono postures up.

Mussiono is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Keinänen is surviving well by controlling Mussiono's body position as best he can.

Mussiono jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Keinänen is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Keinänen and Mussiono has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Keinänen struggling a bit here.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Keinänen is trying to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Osmo Keinänen dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.

Keinänen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mussiono moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Keinänen. Mussiono does a little dance to reset his feet.
Keinänen dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Mussiono. That did some damage!
Keinänen closes the distance and clinches up with Mussiono, looking for a takedown. Keinänen pushes Mussiono against the cage but Mussiono circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Mussiono misses with an uppercut
and Keinänen counters with a nice body shot.
Mussiono throws a right and a left that Keinänen avoids nicely.
Mussiono rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Keinänen moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Mussiono throws a hook to the side of Keinänen's head but Keinänen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Keinänen chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Mussiono paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Mussiono ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Keinänen moves away.
Mussiono misses with a body shot.
Keinänen stuffs the takedown attempt from Mussiono. Mussiono gets slowly back to his feet.
Keinänen avoids the body shot from Mussiono.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Keinänen turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lucky Mussiono is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Mussiono.
Mussiono lands a jab to Keinänen's midsection.
Keinänen shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mussiono as he jumps to the side.
Lucky Mussiono seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.

Mussiono closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Osmo Keinänen overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Mussiono wants to pass to mount but Keinänen is defending the position.

Keinänen is defending against the submission attempts here by Mussiono.
Mussiono is thwarting Keinänen's attempts to control the position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mussiono controlling the action here.
Keinänen tries to roll over but Mussiono keeps him under control.
Mussiono is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Keinänen moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mussiono trying to control but Keinänen is working from the bottom.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Keinänen working for a triangle but Mussiono defends it easily.

Keinänen is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.

Keinänen working for submissions but it's allowed Mussiono to get to half guard.
Mussiono is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Keinänen trying to control here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mussiono drops an elbow to the side of Keinänen's head.
Well, if Mussiono is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Keinänen on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Mussiono wants to control but Keinänen is keeping him busy.
Mussiono content to control rather than advance.
Keinänen gets back to full guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

Keinänen escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mussiono gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Mussiono looking to pass the guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lucky Mussiono showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!

Keinänen gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Mussiono.
A lazy left from Mussiono finds it's target.
Mussiono fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Mussiono shoots in looking for a takedown but Keinänen manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Mussiono's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Keinänen throws the left hand but Mussiono avoids the punch easily.
Mussiono throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
No luck for Mussiono with that takedown attempt.
An inside leg kick lands from Keinänen.
Mussiono scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Keinänen doesn't seem bothered though.
Mussiono digs a good body shot into Keinänen's ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Keinänen throws a hook to the side of Mussiono's head but Mussiono sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Keinänen shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Mussiono defends it nicely.
Keinänen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mussiono manages to avoid it.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Mussiono misses with a double jab.
Mussiono misses with a few strikes there.
Mussiono digs a good body shot into Keinänen's ribs.
Keinänen misses with a looping left.
Mussiono chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Keinänen can pounce on him.
Mussiono digs a good hook to Keinänen's body.
Mussiono shoots in for a takedown but Keinänen shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Osmo Keinänen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lucky Mussiono.
Mussiono swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mussiono throws out a loose jab but Keinänen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mussiono throws out a loose jab but Keinänen uses good head movement to avoid it.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Keinänen.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Good shot there by Mussiono.
Keinänen misses with an uppercut
and Mussiono counters with a straight right hand.
Keinänen throws a nice inside leg kick.
Mussiono fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Mussiono misses with a left hand

so Keinänen counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Keinänen trying to control but Mussiono is working from the bottom.
Keinänen slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.

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

Keinänen wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Mussiono, who protects the arm well.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

Keinänen is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Mussiono knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Keinänen scores with punches from side control.
Mussiono manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Keinänen trying to control the action but Mussiono is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Keinänen sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Mussiono defending well though.
Keinänen thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Mussiono's head.
Keinänen throwing shots but Mussiono is blocking nicely.
Keinänen is looking to take a break and control but Mussiono is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

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

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mussiono slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Mussiono working a defensive guard here.
Mussiono keeping moving, preventing Keinänen from controlling successfully.
Keinänen preventing the sweep.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Keinänen looking to pass the guard.

We're going to have a standup here because Osmo Keinänen wasn't active enough for the referee's liking.
Keinänen stuffs the takedown.

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 Osmo Keinänen.
I think Keinänen 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 Marco Blurström scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Osmo Keinänen!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Osmo Keinänen waved his t-shirt featuring Untouchable Fight Nutrition's logo in front of the cameras.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
70%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Tyson Pearson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Zhijing Wang (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Pearson
vs
Wang

172 cm
23
159 lbs
9 - 7 - 0

179 cm
23
159 lbs
11 - 7 - 0

Good wrestling
Solid boxing
Very quick

Good wrestler
Excellent MT
Good gas tank

DJs Locker
[IMMA] DTK Designs (Laundry)

DJs Locker

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 9 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Tyson Pearson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 11 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Zhijing Wang!
The judges for this bout are Anni Minnemäki, Ben Zyskovitsi and Johanna Lukiainen.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Wang misses with a head kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Wang scores with a spinning back kick!

Wang throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Pearson tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Wang is in Pearson's guard.

Pearson looking for a guillotine here but Wang defends easily.
Pearson is trying to keep Wang in close.
Wang trying to control but Pearson is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Pearson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Wang defends it easily.

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

Wang got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pearson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Wang has managed to get both his arms back between Pearson's legs - danger averted.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Pearson is looking for a triangle but Wang pushes his legs off easily.
Pearson keeping moving, preventing Wang from controlling successfully.

Pearson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Wang throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Pearson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wang postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Pearson is on top in guard.
Pearson wants to control from the top but Wang keeps moving.
Pearson stopping the sweep attempt from Wang.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Wang pulls Pearson in close to prevent any damage.
Pearson is looking to pass into half guard but Wang pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Wang is in guard.
Wang wants to control from the top but Pearson keeps moving.

Pearson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Wang can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Pearson manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
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!
Wang regains half guard.

Pearson seems to be looking for submissions.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wang is refusing to be controlled, as Pearson sits in half guard.
Wang regains full guard. Nicely done.

Pearson drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Wang dives on top into guard.
Wang trying to control but Pearson is working from the bottom.
Wang looking to pass the guard.
Pearson keeping moving, preventing Wang from controlling successfully.
Wang working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Pearson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Wang working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Wang pushing down on Pearson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.

Wang seems to be looking for submissions.
Pearson trying to control but Wang postures up.

Wang is trying to work for a kimura but Pearson is defending well.
Wang wants to free his trapped foot but Pearson is holding on for dear life with his legs.
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!
Pearson is not content to let Wang control the position.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Wang wants to pass to mount but Pearson is defending the position.

Wang is trying to work for a kimura but Pearson is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Zhijing Wang dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!

Pearson throws a series of punches but Wang moves out of range.
Pearson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Wang manages to avoid it.
Wang lands a front kick.
Wang scores with a kick to the midsection.
Wang slips a straight right by Pearson.
Pearson has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Wang.
Pearson tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Wang goes for a high kick. It partially lands.

It looks like Tyson Pearson has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pearson walks forward, straight into a front kick from Wang.
Pearson walks forward, straight into a front kick from Wang.

Wang connects with a vicious head kick that knocks Pearson to the floor! Wang dives in looking for the finish!

Pearson is rocked!
Wang sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Oh Pearson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!

Wang is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Pearson sees it coming and defends easily.

Wang is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pearson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Wang.
Wang passes the guard and advances to mount!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Pearson is desperately trying to get back to half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Pearson in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.

Wang looking for a guillotine from mount but Pearson is having none of it.

Wang has control of Pearson's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Pearson regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Wang with good strikes from the mount here!

Wang looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Wang punishing his opponent with strikes.
Wang works his way to his opponent's back.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Wang lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Pearson hold on?!

Pearson showing good submission defense here.

Pearson is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Wang gets his way!
Pearson trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Wang controlling well, preventing Pearson from escaping the position.
Wang avoiding Pearson 's attempts to control his hands.
Wang controls the position.
Wang has the hooks in. Pearson is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Pearson seems to have got his legs back now.

Wang is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Pearson is defending well though. Wang let's go of the attempt for now.

Pearson fending off the submission attempt from Wang.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pearson rolls, trying to escape but Wang keeps control of the position.

Wang is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Pearson is defending well though. Wang let's go of the attempt for now.
Pearson is in bad spot here.

Pearson defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Wang's arms.

Pearson is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Wang gets his way!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pearson rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Pearson is looking for a sweep. Wang is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Pearson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Wang.
Wang wants to pass to mount but Pearson is defending the position.
Pearson is trying to get back to full guard.
Wang looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Zhijing Wang has got the better of the ground game so far.
Wang lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.

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

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pearson tries to roll over but Wang keeps him under control.
Wang scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Wang is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Wang missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Wang is looking to take a break and control but Pearson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Wang has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Pearson is in all sorts of trouble here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Zhijing Wang showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Tyson Pearson's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

Wang shoots in looking for a takedown. Pearson tries to sprawl out of it but Wang keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Pearson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Wang shoots in but doesn't get the takedown

and Pearson counters with a nice single leg takedown and he's in Wang's guard now.
Pearson passes Wang's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Wang wants to get back to full guard.

Wang looking for submissions off his back.

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

Pearson is working for a kimura but Wang is defending it quite comfortably.

Pearson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Wang desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Wang tries to get to full guard but Pearson has control of the leg.

Pearson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Pearson trying to pass the guard but Wang defending well.
Pearson prevents Wang from improving his position.
Pearson is keen to just control but Wang is a slippery customer.
Wang tries to roll over but Pearson keeps him under control.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Wang gets full guard.
Wang manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Pearson manages to get himself to full guard.

Pearson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Pearson keeping moving, preventing Wang from controlling successfully.
Wang advances to half guard.
Wang is keen to just control but Pearson is a slippery customer.
Wang is thwarting Pearson's attempts to control the position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wang passes the guard and advances to mount!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pearson tries to reverse the position but Wang maintains control.

Wang is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Pearson to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Pearson shrugs it off.
Wang controlling from mount.
Pearson tries to hold on but Wang postures up.
Wang fails to advance to Pearson's back.
Wang has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pearson is trying desperately to improve position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Wang trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Pearson bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Zhijing Wang is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Wang controlling the position.
Wang tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Wang managing to control the position.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Pearson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Pearson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pearson leaves Wang with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Tyson Pearson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tyson Pearson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zhijing Wang.
Wang throws a head kick that looked like it stung.

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 Tyson Pearson.
Well Wang 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 28:29
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 27:30

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

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Boyko Borisov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Stig Swanson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Borisov comes into the arena with AC/DC - Thunderstruck blaring out of the sound system. Swanson has chosen Chael Sonnen lowlights as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Boyko Borisov had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business

Borisov
vs
Swanson

182 cm
23
229 lbs
11 - 8 - 0

182 cm
31
278 lbs
6 - 3 - 0

Abu Dhabi Champ
World class boxer
Cardio machine

Olympic wrestler
Decent boxing
Powerful

DJs Locker

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 11 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Boyko Borisov!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 6 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Stig Swanson!
The judges for this bout are Arvi Lind, Tarja Halkonen and Marco Blurström.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Swanson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Borisov tries to avoid it but Swanson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Borisov to the ground. Borisov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Swanson shoots in but no luck this time.
Borisov misses with a double jab.
Borisov fails to land with a series of punches.
Stig Swanson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Borisov jabs at Swanson's body.
Swanson shoots for a double leg takedown but Borisov sprawls well. He's pushed Swanson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Boyko Borisov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Stig Swanson.
Swanson shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Borisov pinned against the cage. Borisov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Swanson shoots in but Borisov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Swanson slips a jab and a cross from Borisov.
Swanson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Swanson misses the shot to the body.
Swanson dodges the punch combination from Borisov.
Borisov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Swanson just misses with a punch to the body.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Swanson shoots in for a takedown but Borisov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Swanson lands with a shot to the body.
Borisov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Swanson misses with a left hand
and Borisov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.

Swanson feints and as Borisov raises his hands in defense, Swanson changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Borisov trying to control the position.
Borisov is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Swanson is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Swanson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Borisov lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Swanson!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Swanson is bucking up trying to escape but Borisov cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Borisov lands with some strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Swanson is in all sorts of trouble here.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Swanson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Swanson holds on for dear life, controlling Borisov's posture momentarily.
Borisov is landing with some decent strikes but Swanson is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.

It looks like Stig Swanson has been cut.

Borisov is working for a guillotine from mount but Swanson frees his head quite easily.

Borisov working for a submission but Swanson is keeping him at bay.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Borisov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.

Borisov moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Swanson has worked his arm free - good work by Swanson!
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Borisov throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Borisov working the ground and pound but Swanson is defending the strikes.
Swanson regains half guard.
Swanson manages to get to full guard.
Swanson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Borisov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Swanson is trying to control the position but Borisov postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Borisov wants to control from the top but Swanson keeps moving.
Borisov passes into half guard.
Swanson is looking to control Borisov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Swanson avoid being mounted?
Borisov passes the guard and advances to mount!
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.
Borisov tries to control but Swanson wriggling away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boyko Borisov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Stig Swanson's cut.
That's time! Borisov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Borisov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Borisov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Borisov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Borisov misses with a straight left.
Swanson takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice sprawl there from Borisov as Swanson shoots in.
Borisov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Jab, jab by Borisov - just one landing.
Swanson swings for the body but Borisov moves out of range.
Swanson shoots in for a takedown but Borisov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Swanson avoids the body shot from Borisov.
Swanson misses with a wild body shot.
Swanson slips under a jab from Borisov.
Swanson misses the body punch
and Borisov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.

That has opened up Stig Swanson's cut even more.
Borisov misses with a double jab.
Swanson slips a jab and a cross from Borisov.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Swanson slips a jab and a cross from Borisov.
Borisov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Swanson.
Swanson with a poor takedown
and Borisov counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Boyko Borisov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Stig Swanson.
Swanson just misses with a punch to the body.
Borisov misses with the combination.
Swanson misses with a takedown attempt - Borisov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Swanson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Borisov scores with a jab to the head.

The cut above Stig Swanson's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Borisov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!

Swanson gets a double leg takedown into Borisov's guard.
Borisov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Borisov 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.
Swanson is looking to improve his position.
Swanson is breathing heavily.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Borisov is looking for a kimura but Swanson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Borisov to get the leverage.
Borisov is looking to advance position but Swanson won't allow it.
Borisov working over Swanson with some ground and pound. Swanson looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Swanson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Borisov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Swanson is on top in guard.

Borisov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Swanson scoring with punches to the head and body.
Swanson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Borisov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Swanson.
Borisov keeping full guard, as Swanson tries to pass.

Borisov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Swanson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Swanson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Swanson wants to control from the top but Borisov keeps moving.
Borisov is trying to control the position but Swanson postures up.

Swanson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Borisov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Borisov here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.

Borisov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Swanson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Borisov managing to control the position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Borisov keeping full guard, as Swanson tries to pass.
Swanson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Swanson is working Borisov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Borisov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.

Borisov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Swanson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Swanson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Swanson wants to pass the guard but Borisov is keeping the position.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!

Swanson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Swanson postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boyko Borisov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Stig Swanson's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! And we move into the final round!

Swanson scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.

Borisov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

Borisov has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Swanson escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Swanson!
Swanson working away.
Swanson working the body and head with strikes.
Swanson landing a few strikes.
Swanson is looking to take a break and control but Borisov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Borisov regains half guard there - taking advantage of Swanson's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Borisov is not content to let Swanson control the position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Borisov wants to control but Swanson is keeping busy and won't allow it.

Borisov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Borisov won't allow Swanson to pass to mount.
Borisov keeping hold of Swanson's head, controlling as best he can.
Swanson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Borisov regains full guard. Nicely done.

Borisov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Swanson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Borisov keeping moving, preventing Swanson from controlling successfully.
Swanson throwing strikes but missing.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Swanson has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Borisov to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Swanson is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Borisov pulls down on the head and he's put Swanson to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Boyko Borisov!
A relieved looking Boyko Borisov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Eliod Bunkley Iii (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Eric Morgan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Bunkley Iii's entrance music is Knocksville Girl. A fine choice. Eric Morgan has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Bunkley Iii
vs
Morgan

185 cm
24
194 lbs
10 - 10 - 0

182 cm
22
197 lbs
8 - 2 - 0

Good wrestling
Basic striking
Cardio machine

Good wrestler
Basic striking
Powerful

DJs Locker

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 10 - 10 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Eliod Bunkley Iii!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 8 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, Eric Morgan!
The judges for this bout are Arvi Lind, Johanna Lukiainen and Tarja Halkonen.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bunkley Iii lands a body shot.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Jab by Bunkley Iii.

Bunkley Iii closes the distance and clinches.
Good body shot from Bunkley Iii.
Morgan goes for a takedown attempt but Bunkley Iii pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Bunkley Iii tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Morgan was well out of range. Poor timing from Bunkley Iii.
Sloppy strikes from Bunkley Iii. Those never looked like landing.
Morgan throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bunkley Iii's waist but Bunkley Iii gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Morgan off to one side.
Bunkley Iii scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Morgan tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bunkley Iii swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bunkley Iii cracks Morgan with a good jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.

Morgan looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.

Bunkley Iii is looking for a triangle but Morgan pushes his legs off easily.

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

That's one minute gone in the round.

Morgan avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Bunkley Iii keeping moving, preventing Morgan from controlling successfully.

Bunkley Iii is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Morgan defends well.
Morgan looking to pass the guard.
Morgan scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Morgan loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Morgan landing with the ground and pound.
Bunkley Iii wants to sweep here but Morgan controlling him for the moment.
Morgan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bunkley Iii is keeping the position for now.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Morgan wants to control from the top but Bunkley Iii keeps moving.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Bunkley Iii looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Bunkley Iii wants to sweep but no luck.

The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bunkley Iii is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Morgan is aware though and is defending well.
Morgan keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Bunkley Iii's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Morgan distracts Bunkley Iii with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Bunkley Iii looking to control.
Bunkley Iii keeping moving, preventing Morgan from controlling successfully.
Morgan distracts Bunkley Iii with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Morgan scoring with punches to the head and body.
Morgan working some strikes from top position.
Morgan postures up in Bunkley Iii's guard and throws a big left but Bunkley Iii blocks it.
Morgan content to stall in guard here.
Morgan wants to control from the top but Bunkley Iii keeps moving.
Morgan slips nicely into half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bunkley Iii has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Morgan is working away from the top position though.
Bunkley Iii is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Morgan's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Morgan's back!
Morgan trying to control the hands but Bunkley Iii breaks the grip.
Bunkley Iii looking to soften up his opponent with punches.

Bunkley Iii looking to break Morgan's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Morgan remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Bunkley Iii will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Morgan breaks Bunkley Iii's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.

Bunkley Iii is looking for a triangle but Morgan pushes his legs off easily.
Morgan has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Bunkley Iii keeping full guard, as Morgan tries to pass.
Morgan slips nicely into half guard.
Morgan working Bunkley Iii over with strikes.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Morgan thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.

Bunkley Iii actively working from the bottom here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bunkley Iii is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Morgan throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.

Bunkley Iii actively working from the bottom here.
Bunkley Iii is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Morgan scores with a couple of nice shots.
Morgan working Bunkley Iii over with strikes.

Bunkley Iii actively working from the bottom here.
Bunkley Iii is positioning himself well to prevent Morgan advancing to mount.
Morgan lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Morgan throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!

Bunkley Iii looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Morgan pushes past his half guard into mount!
Bunkley Iii is squirming around, avoiding Morgan's attempts to control the action.
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 Eliod Bunkley Iii will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Bunkley Iii throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Morgan tries to clinch up.
Morgan tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bunkley Iii paws at him with a jab and circles away.

Morgan darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Bunkley Iii moves into full guard.

Morgan got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bunkley Iii has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Morgan has managed to get both his arms back between Bunkley Iii's legs - danger averted.
Morgan wants to pass the guard but Bunkley Iii is keeping the position.

Morgan avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Morgan postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Morgan trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.

Bunkley Iii is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Morgan is aware though and is defending well.
Bunkley Iii keeping moving, preventing Morgan from controlling successfully.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Bunkley Iii has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Morgan can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.

Bunkley Iii working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Morgan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Morgan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Morgan trying to control the position from guard on top but Bunkley Iii is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Morgan might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Bunkley Iii haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Morgan working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Morgan working some strikes from top position.
Morgan lands a couple of digs.

Bunkley Iii has his foot on Morgan's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Morgan works his way back into a safe position though.
Morgan trying to control the position from guard on top but Bunkley Iii is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Morgan landing some decent shots from guard.
Morgan loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Bunkley Iii keeping moving, preventing Morgan from controlling successfully.
Morgan throws a big right hand that misses.
Bunkley Iii tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Morgan passes Bunkley Iii's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Morgan is nestled in close to Bunkley Iii, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.

Bunkley Iii looking for submissions off his back.
Morgan landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bunkley Iii trying to control from the bottom.
Morgan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bunkley Iii keeps working.
Morgan lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.

Morgan is working for a submission of some sort.
Bunkley Iii is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Morgan scores with a couple of nice shots.
Bunkley Iii wants to get back to full guard.
Morgan is trying to control. Bunkley Iii wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Bunkley Iii looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Bunkley Iii is trying to get back to full guard.
Morgan lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Morgan is pressing down on Bunkley Iii's thigh, looking to free his foot. Bunkley Iii is holding on for now.
Eric Morgan has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bunkley Iii is staying active underneath Morgan, who seems content to just control the action from this position.

Morgan seems to be looking for submissions.
Morgan seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bunkley Iii does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Morgan sitting and controlling from the 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!

Bunkley Iii actively working from the bottom here.
Bunkley Iii tries to roll over but Morgan keeps him under control.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

Bunkley Iii looking for submissions off his back.
Morgan wants to pass the guard but Bunkley Iii is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Eric Morgan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!

Morgan shoots for a double leg takedown but Bunkley Iii sprawls well. He's pushed Morgan's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Bunkley Iii scores with a jab. Morgan acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Morgan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bunkley Iii.
Bunkley Iii throws a hook but Morgan avoids it easily.
Bunkley Iii throws a hook but Morgan blocks it.

Bunkley Iii has taken the fight to the clinch.
Bunkley Iii tries to work over Morgan's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bunkley Iii scores with an uppercut up the middle.

Bunkley Iii breaks from the clinch.

Bunkley Iii has closed the distance and engaged Morgan in a clinch.

Morgan turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Morgan working away.
Morgan working the head and body with strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bunkley Iii can't do much from the bottom here.
Morgan scoring with punches from side control.
Morgan in side control lands a decent elbow.

Morgan is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Bunkley Iii knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Morgan wants to control but Bunkley Iii is keeping him busy.
Morgan in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Bunkley Iii tries to bench press Morgan off him but Morgan keeps the position.
Morgan tries to move to mount but Bunkley Iii blocks the move with his legs.
Bunkley Iii managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Morgan.
Bunkley Iii is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Morgan off and has taken his back!

Bunkley Iii is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Morgan has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Morgan is really stuck here.
Bunkley Iii punishes Morgan with strikes from the back mount.

Morgan is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Bunkley Iii gets his way!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bunkley Iii thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bunkley Iii avoiding Morgan 's attempts to control his hands.

Morgan defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Bunkley Iii's arms.
Bunkley Iii scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
Morgan breaks Bunkley Iii's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.

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

Bunkley Iii looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Morgan with a nice head shot there.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Morgan in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Morgan passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Morgan controls the position from side control.
Bunkley Iii taking a bit of punishment here - Morgan scoring with strikes.
Morgan wants to control but Bunkley Iii is keeping him busy.

Morgan wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bunkley Iii, who protects the arm well.
Bunkley Iii is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Bunkley Iii's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Morgan working the body and head with strikes.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Bunkley Iii's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bunkley Iii manages to get back to half guard.
Morgan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bunkley Iii keeps working.
Morgan scoring with strikes to the body and head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Morgan working Bunkley Iii over with strikes.
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. Morgan connects with a nice short shot to Bunkley Iii's temple.
Bunkley Iii is looking to improve his position.
Morgan is looking to take a break and control but Bunkley Iii is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bunkley Iii trying to control from the bottom.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Bunkley Iii is staying active underneath Morgan, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bunkley Iii works his way to full guard. Good work.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Eric Morgan.
I think Morgan 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 28:29
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Eric Morgan!
Eric Morgan thanked the fans post fight for their support.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Pekka Pikkarainen (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Henrik Torhammer (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Pikkarainen kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Apocalyptica - Path. Torhammer is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Doom Unit - Killing Time. I'm sure you'll be fascinated to know that I was talking to some pointless Z list celebrity before the fight and he thought that Henrik Torhammer was going to win. Let's see if he was right.

Pikkarainen
vs
Torhammer

160 cm
24
149 lbs
13 - 10 - 0

178 cm
23
152 lbs
7 - 2 - 0

Good wrestling
Solid boxing
Cardio machine

ADCC Champion
World class boxer
Heavy handed

DJs Locker

DJs Locker
Hardcore Nutrition

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 13 - 10 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Pekka Pikkarainen!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 7 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Henrik Torhammer!
The judges for this bout are Johanna Lukiainen, Arvi Lind and Tarja Halkonen.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Torhammer lands a nice hook to Pikkarainen's body. Pikkarainen takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Torhammer lands a head shot.
Torhammer thumps Pikkarainen with a low kick.
Torhammer connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Pikkarainen's hands.
Torhammer throws a shot from downtown. Pikkarainen moves away and avoids it.
Pikkarainen throws a series of punches but Torhammer moves out of range.
Pikkarainen swinging wildly here.
Pikkarainen shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Torhammer defends it nicely.
Pikkarainen on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Torhammer. Torhammer obviously looking to wear him down.
Pikkarainen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Torhammer.
Torhammer connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Pikkarainen takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Torhammer lands with a straight right. Pikkarainen didn't see that one coming.
Pikkarainen tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Nice uppercut lands for Torhammer. That snapped Pikkarainen's head back.

Pikkarainen closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Torhammer quickly recovers to half guard.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Pikkarainen thows a huge punch but Torhammer dodges it nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Torhammer keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!

That's one minute gone in the round.
Pikkarainen is trying to control the action in half guard but Torhammer is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Torhammer is trying is best to control the position here.
Pikkarainen missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Pikkarainen throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Pikkarainen working the head and body with strikes.
Torhammer wants to get back to full guard.
Pikkarainen thows a huge punch but Torhammer dodges it nicely.
Torhammer has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Pikkarainen is working away from the top position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Torhammer moves into full guard.
Pikkarainen trying to control the position from guard on top but Torhammer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Torhammer is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Torhammer keeping moving, preventing Pikkarainen from controlling successfully.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Torhammer wants to sweep but no luck.

Torhammer has his foot on Pikkarainen's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Pikkarainen works his way back into a safe position though.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pikkarainen controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Pikkarainen throws a big right hand that misses.
Pikkarainen stays in close to Torhammer's body and controls the position.
Pikkarainen landing with the ground and pound.
Torhammer is trying to control the position but Pikkarainen postures up.

Torhammer throws his legs up looking for a submission but Pikkarainen uses it to pass to side control.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Torhammer sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.

Torhammer looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Torhammer misses with some strikes from the bottom.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pikkarainen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Torhammer keeps working.
Torhammer has hold of Pikkarainen's hands but Pikkarainen slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Torhammer trying to control here.

Torhammer is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pikkarainen pulls his head out easily.
Pikkarainen is thwarting Torhammer's attempts to control the position.

Pikkarainen wants to work for an arm triangle but Torhammer is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Torhammer tries to get to full guard but Pikkarainen has control of the leg.
Torhammer is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Pikkarainen not doing much here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pikkarainen trying to control from half guard but Torhammer is working away.
Torhammer trying to hold on to Pikkarainen's head to control him but Pikkarainen postures up.
Pikkarainen controlling the pace.
Pikkarainen lands with a punch from half guard.

Torhammer looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Torhammer trying to hold on to Pikkarainen's head to control him but Pikkarainen postures up.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Pikkarainen in particular looking to stall.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Torhammer is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Pikkarainen's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Pikkarainen's back!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Henrik Torhammer dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!

Torhammer looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Pikkarainen throws a lazy right hand but Torhammer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Torhammer lands a head kick. Pikkarainen smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Torhammer lands a nice leg kick that just misses Pikkarainen's sensitive parts.
Pikkarainen tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.

Pikkarainen looking to score a takedown here. Torhammer is defending well but Pikkarainen drives through and ends up in Torhammer's guard.
Torhammer working a defensive guard here.
Torhammer keeping moving, preventing Pikkarainen from controlling successfully.
Torhammer has Pikkarainen pulled in close to control his posture.
Pikkarainen wants to control from the top but Torhammer keeps moving.
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!
Torhammer manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
Pikkarainen is squirming around, avoiding Torhammer's attempts to control the action.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Pikkarainen is in all sorts of trouble here.
Torhammer thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Pikkarainen is wriggling around trying to escape.
BOOM! Torhammer connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Torhammer lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Torhammer lands a heavy elbow.

Pikkarainen is rocked!
Pikkarainen is wriggling around trying to escape.
Oh Pikkarainen is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Torhammer loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Pikkarainen scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Torhammer land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Torhammer stands and salutes the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Henrik Torhammer!
Our winner, Henrik Torhammer, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Mark Avreli (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Fernando Emerlong (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Avreli
vs
Emerlong

187 cm
22
275 lbs
6 - 1 - 0

203 cm
29
252 lbs
9 - 4 - 0

Great wrestler
Solid boxing
Very quick

BJJ Purple Belt
Excellent boxer
Heavy handed

DJs Locker

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 6 - 1 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Mark Avreli!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 9 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Fernando Emerlong!
The judges for this bout are Matti Vanhoillinen, Johanna Lukiainen and Marco Blurström.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Avreli looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Emerlong is fending him off so far but Avreli persists. Nope, Emerlong circles away and we're back to standing.
Emerlong feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Avrelis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!

It looks like Mark Avreli has been cut.
Emerlong dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Emerlong cracks Avreli with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Avreli uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Emerlong.
A lazy left from Emerlong finds it's target.
Avreli keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Emerlong.
Emerlong with a jab.

Mark Avreli's cut is getting worse.
Emerlong uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Avreli.
Fernando Emerlong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Avreli scores with a shot to the body.
Emerlong misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Emerlong pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Emerlong connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Avreli looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.

Mark Avreli's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.

Avreli gets a takedown into half guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Emerlong is looking to improve his position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Emerlong is controlling Avreli's trapped leg to prevent Avreli from advancing to side control.
The fighters are battling for position here. Emerlong manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Emerlong tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Avreli working some strikes from top position.
Avreli is in close to Emerlong's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Avreli scoring with punches to the head and body.
Avreli 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.
Avreli with a flurry of punches that miss.
Avreli postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Emerlong wants to sweep but no luck.
Avreli trying to control the position from guard on top but Emerlong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Avreli working some strikes from top position.
Avreli postures up and lands a big shot to Emerlong's brow.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Avreli slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Emerlong is trying to keep Avreli in close.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Emerlong keeping moving, preventing Avreli from controlling successfully.
Emerlong 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.
Avreli is looking to work some ground and pound but Emerlong has wrist control.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Avreli accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Avreli loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Avreli trying to control but Emerlong is working from the bottom.
Avreli trying to stand up but can't free himself from Emerlong's guard.
Emerlong bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Avreli's guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Avreli looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Avreli is trying to control the position but Emerlong postures up.
Avreli trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Avreli is trying to control the position but Emerlong postures up.

Avreli isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Emerlong stacks Avreli on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Emerlong!
Emerlong trying to control the action but Avreli is working from the bottom.
Avreli is trying to get back to half guard.
Emerlong is looking to take a break and control but Avreli is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Emerlong wants to stand but Avreli is controlling his arm.
Avreli tries to bench press Emerlong off him but Emerlong keeps the position.
Emerlong looking to control but instead Avreli has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Avreli gets full guard.
Emerlong wanted to stand there but Avreli had control of the position.
Avreli 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 crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Emerlong passes Avreli's left leg - he's now in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fernando Emerlong dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mark Avreli'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.

Avreli tries to bum rush Emerlong with a series of wild strikes but Emerlong uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Emerlong fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Avreli looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Emerlong missing with a left hand there. Avreli was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Emerlong. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Emerlong tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Emerlong misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Emerlong throws an overhand right that lands on Avreli's shoulder, as Avreli tries to avoid the shot.
Avreli keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Emerlong might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Emerlong swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Avreli.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!

Emerlong tries to sprawl but Avreli drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Avreli thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Emerlong's head.
Emerlong wants to get back to full guard.
Avreli missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Avreli thows a huge punch but Emerlong dodges it nicely.
Mark Avreli overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Emerlong moves into full guard.
Avreli landing with the ground and pound.
Avreli loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Avreli looking to pass the guard.
Emerlong wants to stand and escape but Avreli is having none of it.
Emerlong preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Avreli is stalling in the full guard.
Emerlong is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Avreli scoring with punches to the head and body.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Emerlong looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Avreli makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Avreli wants to control from the top but Emerlong keeps moving.
Avreli prevents Emerlong from getting back to his feet.
Avreli preventing the sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Avreli postures up.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Emerlong keeping moving, preventing Avreli from controlling successfully.

Fernando Emerlong has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Emerlong takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Avreli throws a lazy right hand but Emerlong sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Emerlong ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Avreli avoids the head kick by Emerlong.
Avreli shoots for a takedown but Emerlong saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Avreli shoots for a takedown but Emerlong saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mark Avreli. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Emerlong pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Emerlong misses with a double jab.
Emerlong leaves Avreli with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Emerlong throws a looping overhand right but Avreli ducks down to avoid it.
Emerlong lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Avreli circles away quickly and effectively.
Emerlong slaps away a takedown attempt from Avreli, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Avreli connects with a right hand. Emerlong shakes it off.
Emerlong rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Avreli counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A big right from Emerlong misses.
Avreli misses with a takedown attempt - Emerlong sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Emerlong tests Avreli's chin there with a solid looking shot.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Avreli throws a combination. Emerlong tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Avreli takes one on the chin but seems OK.

Jeez, Mark Avreli's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Avreli misses with a body shot.
Emerlong swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Emerlong defending well as Avreli loads up on a big left hand.
Avreli cracks Emerlong with an open hand slap.
Emerlong slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.

Emerlong gets caught napping as Avreli dives in and scores a takedown. Emerlong manages to retain guard.
Emerlong trying to keep a closed guard but Avreli is proving a slippery customer.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Avreli postures up and lands a big shot to Emerlong's brow.
Avreli is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Avreli working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
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 Mark Avreli will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mark Avreli's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!

Emerlong connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Avreli momentarily.

Avreli drives through with a takedown into Emerlong's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Avreli with a flurry of punches that miss.
Emerlong is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Avreli postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Avreli wants to control from the top but Emerlong keeps moving.
Emerlong is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Avreli wants to control but Emerlong is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Avreli is pressing down on Emerlong's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Avreli controls Emerlong momentarily but Emerlong frees himself.
Avreli wants to improve his position but instead Emerlong has moved into half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Avreli wants to get back to full guard.
Emerlong wants to take a breather but Avreli is having none of it.
Emerlong is thwarting Avreli's attempts to control the position.
Avreli controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Avreli tries to roll over but Emerlong keeps him under control.

Mark Avreli has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Avreli shoots for a double leg takedown but Emerlong sprawls well. He's pushed Avreli's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Emerlong swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Avreli needs to keep his hands up - Emerlong had a free shot at his head there.
Avreli looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Emerlong throws out a powerful jab.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Fernando Emerlong!
Fernando Emerlong very nearly forgot to thank DJs Locker amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Artem Bessmertin (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and James Sunderland (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Sunderland has chosen Placebo - Running up that hill as his entrance music. James Sunderland has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Bessmertin
vs
Sunderland

189 cm
23
183 lbs
9 - 3 - 0

186 cm
23
193 lbs
10 - 1 - 0

Great wrestler
Solid boxing
Cardio machine

Good wrestler
World class MT
Granite chin

DJs Locker

DJs Locker
Steel Penn's Laundry 93%

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 9 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Artem Bessmertin!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 10 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, James Sunderland!
The judges for this bout are Johanna Lukiainen, Ben Zyskovitsi and Anni Minnemäki.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bessmertin tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sunderland misses with a hook. Bessmertin ducked under it nicely.
Good work by Bessmertin as he checks the leg kick.
Sunderland throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bessmertin moves out of range of the leg kick from Sunderland.
Bessmertin connects with a body shot that sends Sunderland's belly button to the back.
Bessmertin ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Sunderland throws a body kick that misses.
Sunderland takes one to the side of the head.
A slow jab from Sunderland misses its intended target.
Sunderland misses with the combination.
Sunderland bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bessmertin's head.
Bessmertin avoids a kick to the body.
Sunderland loads up on a big right hand but Bessmertin slips the punch.
Sunderland throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.

That's one minute gone in the round.
A slow jab from Sunderland misses its intended target.
Sunderland misses with a low kick.
Bessmertin on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Bessmertin throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sunderland sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sunderland throws out a loose jab but Bessmertin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sunderland tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bessmertin is able to avoid easily.
Bessmertin avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sunderland steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bessmertin.
Sunderland scores with a spinning back kick!
Sunderland misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bessmertin.
Sunderland motions for Bessmertin to come forward. Sunderland throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bessmertin fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Sunderland throws the left hand but Bessmertin avoids the punch easily.
Bessmertin moves out of range of the strikes.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A big right from Sunderland misses.
Sunderland throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sunderland misses with a body kick.
Sunderland takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sunderland misses the shot to the body.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Sunderland, as that shot connected.
Bessmertin tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sunderland motions for Bessmertin to come forward. Sunderland throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bessmertin chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sunderland can pounce on him.
A slapping leg kick lands for Sunderland.
Sunderland fails to land with a series of punches.
Bessmertin tries to clinch up.
Bessmertin looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A thudding body kick lands there by Sunderland!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sunderland looks to land a right hand but Bessmertin moved out of range.
Bessmertin moves away from the strike by Sunderland.
Sunderland cracks a nice hook into Bessmertin's ribs.
Sunderland throws a hook but Bessmertin blocks it.
Bessmertin shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Sunderland sprawls well. Sunderland wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bessmertin gets slowly back to his feet.
A good leg kick by Sunderland.
Sunderland bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sunderland scores with a nice strike.
Bessmertin missing with a left hand there. Sunderland was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bessmertin takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Sunderland thumps Bessmertin with a low kick.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sunderland tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bessmertin is able to avoid easily.
Bessmertin is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Bessmertin throws a series of punches but Sunderland avoids them all with ease.
Sloppy strikes from Sunderland. Those never looked like landing.
James Sunderland is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sunderland connects with an inside leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Bessmertin.
Sunderland lands a lovely overhand right.
Sunderland connects with an inside leg kick.
Sunderland throws a sloppy head kick and Bessmertin moves out of range easily.
Bessmertin moves out of range of the body kick from Sunderland.
Sunderland looking to land some kicks to the body here.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Bessmertin checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Sunderland tried to score with a low kick but Bessmertin checks it.
Sunderland slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Sunderland throws a hook but Bessmertin blocks it.
Sunderland thows a leg kick but Bessmertin checks it

and Bessmertin counters with a takedown into side control.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Sunderland is working to avoid the ground and pound but Bessmertin connects with a decent elbow.
Sunderland struggling a bit here.
Sunderland manages to work his way to half guard, despite Bessmertin's best efforts.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Bessmertin lands a nice short elbow.
Sunderland wants to improve his position but Bessmertin is controlling well.
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!
Bessmertin sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Sunderland defending well though.
Sunderland is looking for a sweep. Bessmertin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sunderland is trying to stand up here but Bessmertin is controlling him well.
Bessmertin 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.
Bessmertin is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Sunderland misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Sunderland wants to control but Bessmertin is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Bessmertin thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Sunderland's head.
Sunderland trying to control from the bottom.
Bessmertin missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Bessmertin is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.

OK we're going to have a standup here. James Sunderland hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.
Bessmertin fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Sunderland lands a nice looking kick to the body. Bessmertin takes a step back to recover.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A big right from Bessmertin misses.
Bessmertin swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Bessmertin avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sunderland connects with an inside leg kick.
Sunderland throws a leg kick that misses.
Sunderland looks to throw the jab but Bessmertin is out of range.
Sunderland throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Sunderland tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bessmertin was well out of range. Poor timing from Sunderland.
Bessmertin moves out of range as Sunderland strikes.
Bessmertin blocks a low kick nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sunderland pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sunderland is looking to slow Bessmertin down with leg kicks.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sunderland lands a really nice looking cross but Bessmertin seems unphased.
Sunderland keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sunderland walks into a straight right hand from Bessmertin.
Sunderland scores with a jab to the head.
Bessmertin chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sunderland can pounce on him.
Sunderland cracks a nice hook into Bessmertin's ribs.
Sunderland throws a hook to the side of Bessmertin's head but Bessmertin sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A big right from Bessmertin misses.
Sunderland misses with a low kick.
Sunderland misses with a wild body shot.
A leg kick checked by Bessmertin.
Bessmertin lands with a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bessmertin connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bessmertin checks the leg kick nicely there.
Sunderland throws a predictable looking body shot

and Bessmertin counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Bessmertin is trying to control. Sunderland wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Bessmertin drops an elbow to the side of Sunderland's head.
Bessmertin tries to pass the half guard into mount. Sunderland knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Sunderland is trying to maintain the position but Bessmertin is very close to passing his half guard.
Ground and pound from Bessmertin.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Sunderland on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Sunderland is concentrating on defense, preventing Bessmertin from advancing position.
Sunderland regains full guard. Nicely done.
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 Artem Bessmertin will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

Sunderland throws a hook but Bessmertin blocks it.
Sunderland gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bessmertin.
Sunderland throws a leg kick that is checked

and Bessmertin counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Artem Bessmertin overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bessmertin not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Bessmertin prevents Sunderland from improving his position.
Bessmertin throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Bessmertin wants to free his trapped foot but Sunderland is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sunderland gets full guard.
Sunderland is trying to control the position but Bessmertin postures up.
Bessmertin loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sunderland looking to control but Bessmertin passes into half guard.
Sunderland trying to hold on to Bessmertin's head to control him but Bessmertin postures up.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bessmertin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sunderland keeps working.
Sunderland tries to get to full guard but Bessmertin has control of the leg.
Bessmertin thows a huge punch but Sunderland dodges it nicely.
Sunderland is refusing to be controlled, as Bessmertin sits in half guard.
Bessmertin working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Bessmertin is thwarting Sunderland's attempts to control the position.
Bessmertin throwing shots but Sunderland is blocking nicely.
Bessmertin wants to control but Sunderland is keeping him busy.
Bessmertin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bessmertin missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Sunderland trying to control from the bottom.
Bessmertin tries to pass the half guard into mount. Sunderland knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Bessmertin missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Bessmertin is trying to control. Sunderland wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Bessmertin working the head and body with strikes.
Bessmertin tries to pass the half guard into mount. Sunderland knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Sunderland is trying to control but can't.
Sunderland wants to improve his position but Bessmertin is controlling well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bessmertin missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Bessmertin trying to control the action but Sunderland is working from the bottom.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sunderland trying to get back to full guard but Bessmertin takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Bessmertin lands a heavy elbow.
Bessmertin landing shots from mount.
Bessmertin with a couple of short strikes.
Bessmertin lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Bessmertin cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
BOOM! Bessmertin connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Bessmertin scoring with strikes but Sunderland is staying in there.
Bessmertin is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Bessmertin wants to control the pace but Sunderland is squirming around nicely.
Bessmertin lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.

Sunderland is rocked!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bessmertin loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Sunderland scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Bessmertin land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Bessmertin stands and salutes the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:20 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Artem Bessmertin!
Our winner, Artem Bessmertin, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Main event

Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Tommy Tapout (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Luis Carlos Linhares (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Tapout kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Runaway. Luis Carlos Linhares is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.

Tapout
vs
Carlos Linhares

173 cm
29
142 lbs
14 - 9 - 0

171 cm
24
144 lbs
11 - 2 - 0

Abu Dhabi Champ
Good kicks
Very quick

ADCC Champion
World class MT
Powerful

DJs Locker
Fighters First Nutrition Amsterdam 160

DJs Locker
Perkele!

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the bantamweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 14 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Tommy Tapout!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 11 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Luis Carlos Linhares!
The judges for this bout are Ben Zyskovitsi, Marco Blurström and Anni Minnemäki.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tapout avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Tapout uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Linhares.
Linhares throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Linhares swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Linhares pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Linhares on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Linhares scores with a hook to the body. Tapout takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Luis Carlos Linhares seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tapout tries to close the distance and clinch up but Linhares swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Linhares scoring well with a low kick there.
Tapout on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Linhares cracks the inside of Tapout's front leg.
Linhares jabs away that one connects to the head of his opponent.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tapout dives in and grabs Linhares's left leg, looking for a takedown. Linhares pushes down on Tapout's head and hops out.
Linhares lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Tapout takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Tapout takes one on the chin but keeps coming.

It looks like Tommy Tapout has been cut.
Tapout closes the distance and clinches up with Linhares, looking for a takedown. Tapout pushes Linhares against the cage but Linhares circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Tapout tries to clinch there but Linhares circles away.
Tapout wants to clinch.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Linhares scores with a nice right hand.

Tapout is rocked!
Linhares looks for a left high kick but can't connect. Linhares backs up to catch a breather... no he lunges forward with a huge flying knee that smacks Tapout's temple! It sends Tapout violently to the canvas! The crowd goes nuts as Linhares celebrates and the doctors try to help Tapout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Flying Knee). Luis Carlos Linhares!
Luis Carlos Linhares is the new bantamweight champion!
A relieved looking Luis Carlos Linhares thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

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