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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Tito Desperado (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tomas Bear Shield (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). This should be a great matchup!
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BJJ Purple Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
17 - 21 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Tito Desperado!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Tomas Bear Shield!
The judges for this bout are Wagner Zegers, Nard Betker and Patrick Alders.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Desperado fails with a takedown attempt.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Desperado checks a leg kick.
Desperado tries for a takedown but Bear Shield sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Bear Shield connects with a crisp jab.
Desperado misses with a takedown attempt - Bear Shield sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tito Desperado. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Desperado shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Bear Shield looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Desperado decides to stand up.
Desperado fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bear Shield sprawls well initially but Desperado persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bear Shield trying to hold on to Desperado's head to control him but Desperado postures up.
Bear Shield has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Desperado. Oh but Bear Shield has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Desperado goes limp - he's gone! Bear Shield jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Tomas Bear Shield!
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Robbin Gracie (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Dylan Diaz (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Gracie comes to the cage accompanied by Nervecell - Psychogenocide. Diaz has chosen Lamb of God - To The End as his entrance music. Dylan Diaz has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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168 lbs
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164 lbs
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Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
11 - 13 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Robbin Gracie!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
26 - 13 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Dylan Diaz!
The judges for this bout are Radbod Blank, Paul Aken and Paulsen Ambrosius.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Diaz closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Diaz.
Gracie lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Diaz looking for submissions off his back.
Gracie is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Diaz!
Gracie throwing strikes but Diaz uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Diaz is doing well to control the position and prevent Gracie from advancing to side control.
Diaz is trying to get back to full guard.
Gracie is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Diaz still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Diaz has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Gracie is not content to let Diaz control the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gracie gets back to half guard.
Gracie actively working from the bottom here.
Diaz prevents Gracie from improving his position.
Gracie trying to hold on to Diaz's head to control him but Diaz postures up.
Gracie wants to get back to full guard but Diaz has passed into side control.
Diaz wants to control but Gracie is keeping him busy.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gracie tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Diaz wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Gracie is trying to escape the position but Diaz is controlling the position.
Gracie is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Diaz off and has taken his back!
Gracie somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back.
Gracie throwing sloppy strikes.
Gracie gets his hands free as Diaz looks to control.
Gracie scores with punches and elbows.
Gracie seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Diaz is really stuck here.
Diaz looking very determined here, making life difficult for Gracie.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Diaz tries to escape but Gracie has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Can Diaz hold on?! Gracie is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
Diaz trying to control the hands but Gracie breaks the grip.
Gracie missing with punches from the back.
Gracie doesn't have the hooks in and Diaz manages to turn into his guard.
Diaz is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gracie looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Diaz is defending well. Gracie quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Diaz has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Gracie celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Robbin Gracie!
Robbin Gracie seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Amir Ghanizadeh (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jesse Jalkalukko (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Jalkalukko comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Jordan Sparks ft. Chris Brown - No Air kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Man, I cannot wait for this one!
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193 lbs
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Good wrestling
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
3 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Amir Ghanizadeh!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
18 - 20 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Jesse Jalkalukko!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Blasius, Wagner Zegers and Paul Aken.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ghanizadeh tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jalkalukko is able to avoid easily.
Jalkalukko misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ghanizadeh misses with an attempted mid kick.
Ghanizadeh throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Ghanizadeh stuffs the takedown.
Ghanizadeh cracks the inside of Jalkalukko's front leg.
Ghanizadeh does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Ghanizadeh looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jalkalukko shoots in looking for a takedown but Ghanizadeh manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Jalkalukko's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Amir Ghanizadeh has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jesse Jalkalukko.
Ghanizadeh connects with a leg kick. Jalkalukko looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jalkalukko takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Ghanizadeh fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jalkalukko has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A nice inside leg kick there by Ghanizadeh. That's going to slow Jalkalukko down.
Jalkalukko looks winded!
Jalkalukko dives in and scores a takedown into Ghanizadeh's guard.
Ghanizadeh lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Jalkalukko!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ghanizadeh tries to control but Jalkalukko wriggling away.
Ghanizadeh takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Ghanizadeh trying to control but Jalkalukko is having none of it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ghanizadeh is really struggling to control Jalkalukko but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Ghanizadeh definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Jalkalukko is trying to reverse the position but instead Ghanizadeh has taken his back - oops!
Ghanizadeh gets his hands free as Jalkalukko looks to control.
Ghanizadeh is riding his opponent, not letting Jalkalukko buck him off.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ghanizadeh has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Jalkalukko trying to control but not successfully.
Ghanizadeh is hanging on to Jalkalukko's back as he tries to escape.
Jalkalukko turns into Ghanizadeh and is now in his guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jalkalukko sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ghanizadeh's guard.
My spies in CEC Underdark inform me that Jalkalukko has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ghanizadeh is refusing to be controlled, as Jalkalukko sits in half guard.
Ghanizadeh wants to control but Jalkalukko is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ghanizadeh is staying active underneath Jalkalukko, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ghanizadeh tries to get to full guard but Jalkalukko has control of the leg.
Jalkalukko moves nicely into side control.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Ghanizadeh is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Amir Ghanizadeh dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Jalkalukko shoots in and drives through. Ghanizadeh sprawls well.
Ghanizadeh tries a head kick but it misses.
Jalkalukko shoots and misses
and Ghanizadeh counters with a low kick, right behind Jalkalukko 's knee.
Ghanizadeh throws a leg kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Ghanizadeh checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jalkalukko avoids the head kick by Ghanizadeh.
Jalkalukko tried to score with a low kick but Ghanizadeh checks it.
No luck for Ghanizadeh with that takedown attempt.
Jalkalukko moves out of range as Ghanizadeh strikes.
Ghanizadeh jabs Jalkalukko right on the nose. Jalkalukko blinks but takes it well.
Ghanizadeh throws a head kick but Jalkalukko moves out of range.
Ghanizadeh fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Jalkalukko is out of range.
Jalkalukko ducks right into an uppercut from Ghanizadeh.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jalkalukko fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Amir Ghanizadeh has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jesse Jalkalukko.
The crowd cheers as Ghanizadeh lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jalkalukko doesn't seem phased though.
Jalkalukko avoids the head kick by Ghanizadeh.
Ghanizadeh moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Ghanizadeh leaves Jalkalukko with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Ghanizadeh misses with a head kick.
A slapping body kick lands there for Ghanizadeh.
Ghanizadeh misses with a leg kick.
A momentary lapse in concentration from Ghanizadeh enables Jalkalukko to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Ghanizadeh manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Ghanizadeh looking to control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jalkalukko is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Ghanizadeh is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Ghanizadeh has escaped and now he's on top!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ghanizadeh pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jalkalukko is keeping the position for now.
Ghanizadeh slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ghanizadeh trying to control the position from guard on top but Jalkalukko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jalkalukko working a defensive guard here.
Jalkalukko looking for a guillotine here but Ghanizadeh defends easily.
Ghanizadeh postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ghanizadeh stays in close to Jalkalukko's body and controls the position.
Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Ghanizadeh throws the kick towards the body but Jalkalukko avoids it.
Ghanizadeh swings widly with a right hand
and Jalkalukko makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Ghanizadeh really felt that one!
Jalkalukko tries a low kick but Ghanizadeh avoids it.
Ghanizadeh throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Jalkalukko's head.
Jalkalukko blocks the body kick.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Ghanizadeh tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Amir Ghanizadeh is winning the standup battle so far.
A clash of legs there as Ghanizadeh blocks the low kick.
Ghanizadeh pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Amir Ghanizadeh dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
Jalkalukko shoots in for a takedown but Ghanizadeh shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Ghanizadeh defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jalkalukko.
Jalkalukko throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Jalkalukko shoots in but no luck this time.
Amir Ghanizadeh has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jesse Jalkalukko.
Ghanizadeh jabs Jalkalukko right on the nose. Jalkalukko blinks but takes it well.
Jalkalukko checks a low kick from Ghanizadeh.
Ghanizadeh misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ghanizadeh connects with the punch.
Jalkalukko is rocked!
Ghanizadeh lands a brutal uppercut that launches Jalkalukko off his feet! Jalkalukko tumbles to the floor, barely conscious - the referee jumps in to save him from a beating! Wow, what an ending!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Amir Ghanizadeh!
A victorious Amir Ghanizadeh thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Blixt Boxlund (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Frank Andersson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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168 lbs
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World class boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
20 - 22 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Blixt Boxlund!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
19 - 18 - 2, fighting out of Helsinki, Frank Andersson!
The judges for this bout are Radbod Blank, Nard Betker and Wagner Zegers.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Andersson missing with a left hand there. Boxlund was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Andersson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A jab lands there for Andersson.
Andersson moves out of range of the body kick.
Boxlund defending well as Andersson loads up on a big left hand.
Andersson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Boxlund.
Crunch! Boxlund slams his shin into Andersson's torso.
Andersson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Boxlund to score with a decent uppercut.
Boxlund misses with a leg kick.
Nice cross by Andersson.
Andersson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Andersson looks to throw the jab but Boxlund is out of range.
Good leg kick by Andersson there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Andersson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boxlund manages to avoid it.
Boxlund scores with a jab to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Andersson walks into a left hand.
Andersson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Andersson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Boxlund.
Boxlund lands a lovely overhand right.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Andersson avoids the body shot from Boxlund.
Boxlund blocks a leg kick.
Andersson dodges the punch combination from Boxlund.
Andersson lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Andersson.
Boxlund fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Decent striking displayed by Boxlund there.
Boxlund has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Bad Pluto! in the buildup to the fight.
Andersson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Andersson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Andersson blocks a leg kick.
Boxlund takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Andersson slips a straight right by Boxlund.
Andersson throws a body punch but Boxlund moves out of range.
Andersson throws a leg kick that misses.
Some bone on bone action there as Boxlund checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Andersson takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Andersson throws a body punch but Boxlund moves out of range.
Boxlund looks to land a body kick but Andersson moved away.
Boxlund slips a jab from Andersson.
Boxlund throws a hook but Andersson avoids it easily.
Boxlund throws out a loose jab but Andersson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andersson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Andersson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Boxlund throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Sloppy strikes from Andersson. Those never looked like landing.
Andersson misses with a few strikes there.
Andersson looks to score with a jab to the body but Boxlund is just out of range.
Andersson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Boxlund.
Andersson ducks under a wild hook from Boxlund.
Boxlund misses with the combination.
Boxlund fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Andersson thows a body shot but no joy.
Boxlund clinches up with Andersson and pushes him back against the cage.
Boxlund goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Andersson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Andersson connects with a single shot there.
Andersson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Andersson, right into the meat.
Boxlund throws a body punch but Andersson moves out of range.
Boxlund misses with a body shot.
Jab from Andersson.
Boxlund misses with a looping right.
Boxlund takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Andersson tries to bum rush Boxlund with a series of wild strikes but Boxlund uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Andersson throws a hook to the side of Boxlund's head but Boxlund sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boxlund rushes Andersson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Boxlund tries to throw a body punch but Andersson avoids it by throwing Boxlund back against the cage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A shot in the inside from Boxlund.
Boxlund avoiding damage.
Andersson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Andersson trying to control the position but instead, Boxlund has worked for underhooks and has pushed Andersson into the cage.
Boxlund lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Andersson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Andersson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nice uppercut there from Boxlund.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Andersson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Boxlund looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Andersson slips under a jab from Boxlund.
Boxlund throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boxlund cracks the inside of Andersson's front leg.
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 Blixt Boxlund will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Some wild striking there from Andersson.
Boxlund on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Boxlund throws an off balance right hand
and Andersson counters with a left to the body.
Boxlund connects with a solid leg kick.
Andersson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boxlund manages to avoid it.
Boxlund is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Boxlund takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Andersson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boxlund was well out of range. Poor timing from Andersson.
Boxlund takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Andersson cracks the inside of Boxlund's front leg.
Andersson misses with a few strikes there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Andersson. Boxlund does a little dance to reset his feet.
Andersson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boxlund moves away.
Boxlund misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Andersson.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Boxlund chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Boxlund throws out a leg kick but Andersson moves out of range and Boxlund only half commits.
Boxlund feints and then cracks Andersson's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Andersson down.
Andersson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boxlund.
Boxlund looks for the body kick but Andersson saw that one coming.
Andersson moves out of range of the body kick from Boxlund.
Andersson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boxlund was well out of range. Poor timing from Andersson.
Andersson throws a right hand that Boxlund ducks under and follows up with a left that Boxlund also avoids with ease.
Boxlund throws a shot from downtown. Andersson moves away and avoids it.
Andersson throws a nice looking combination but Boxlund bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Boxlund loads up on a big right hand but Andersson slips the punch.
Andersson swings widly with a right hand
and Boxlund counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Andersson throws out a loose jab but Boxlund uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andersson cracks Boxlund with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Boxlund cracks a nice hook into Andersson's ribs.
Boxlund blocks a leg kick.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Boxlund stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Boxlund avoids the body shot from Andersson.
Andersson throws the left hand but Boxlund avoids the punch easily.
Boxlund takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andersson ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Boxlund takes a swing at Andersson's ribcage but misses.
Boxlund jabs Andersson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Andersson throws a shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Boxlund throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Andersson walks into a jab.
Boxlund with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Boxlund throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boxlund thumps Andersson with a low kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Boxlund.
A slapping leg kick lands for Andersson.
Boxlund scores with a leg kick.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A bone on bone clash there as Boxlund blocks the leg kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Andersson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Andersson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Andersson throws the kick towards the body but Boxlund avoids it.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Boxlund avoids the body shot from Andersson.
Boxlund misses with a hook
and Andersson counters by clinching up.
Andersson is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Boxlund is keeping busy.
Andersson is trying to push Boxlund away but Boxlund has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Boxlund.
Andersson has had enough of the clinch but Boxlund keeps him there for the moment.
Andersson has a couple of punches blocked by Boxlund.
Stalling in the clinch from Andersson.
Boxlund lands an uppercut.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Boxlund throws a head punch that misses.
Andersson tries to break the clinch but Boxlund is controlling the position.
Boxlund has Andersson pressed against the cage, preventing Andersson from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A frustrated look appears on Andersson's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Andersson tries to break free but Boxlund pushes him back against the cage.
Andersson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Andersson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Boxlund tries a body shot but Andersson blocks it.
Boxlund lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Andersson working hard to break the clinch.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Boxlund working aggressively here.
Andersson tries to circle away but Boxlund has him pinned against the cage.
Boxlund throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Anderssons head.
Andersson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Frank Andersson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
Andersson misses with an uppercut. Boxlund saw that one coming.
Boxlund wants to clinch up but Andersson keeps it at a distance.
Andersson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Boxlund misses with a kick to the body.
Andersson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Andersson throws a nice looking combination but Boxlund bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Boxlund misses with a low kick.
Andersson thumps Boxlund with a low kick.
Boxlund tries to close the distance and clinch up but Andersson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Boxlund takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Frank Andersson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Boxlund scores with a shot to the body.
Boxlund throws a leg kick but Andersson sees it coming and moves out of range.
Boxlund jabs at Andersson's body.
Andersson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Andersson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Andersson looks to score with a jab to the body but Boxlund is just out of range.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Andersson throws a half hearted mid kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Andersson checks a leg kick.
Andersson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Boxlund.
Boxlund takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Andersson tries to score with a low kick but Boxlund moves his leg out of the way.
Andersson loads up on a big right hand but Boxlund slips the punch.
Boxlund throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
The fight stays on the outside here - Boxlund looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A low kick from Andersson misses
and Boxlund counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Andersson has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Boxlund missing with a left hand there. Andersson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Boxlund throws a series of strikes that have Andersson backpedaling.
Andersson lands with a nice combination. Boxlund backs away looking to recover.
Andersson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Boxlund missing with a left hand there. Andersson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Boxlund dips to his left and cracks Andersson with an uppercut!
Andersson throws a jab when Boxlund was well out of range.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Andersson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boxlund fails to land with a series of punches.
Boxlund tries to clinch but Andersson moves out of range.
Andersson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Boxlund chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Andersson can pounce on him.
Andersson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boxlund.
Boxlund scores with a jab to the body.
Andersson turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Boxlund avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Andersson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Boxlund on the side of the head.
Andersson with a hook.
Boxlund lands with a kick to the ribs.
Andersson throws a right hand that misses
and Boxlund counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Boxlund catches Andersson with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Andersson throws a lazy uppercut
and Boxlund counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Good leg kick by Andersson there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Andersson throws a series of punches but Boxlund moves out of range.
Andersson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Andersson tries a low kick but Boxlund avoids it.
Andersson moves into range and connects with a jab.
Andersson wants to slow Boxlund down by chopping away at his legs.
Boxlund throws a push kick but Andersson slaps the foot to one side.
Andersson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Boxlund.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Boxlund, as that shot connected.
Boxlund throws a shot from downtown. Andersson moves away and avoids it.
Andersson blocks a jab.
Good leg kick by Andersson there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Andersson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Boxlund.
Boxlund swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Andersson.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Boxlund.
Boxlund takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Boxlund.
A left lands for Boxlund.
Boxlund throws out a leg kick but Andersson moves out of range and Boxlund only half commits.
Andersson throws a nice looking combination but Boxlund bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Andersson feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Boxlund's calf.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Andersson walks forward, straight into a front kick from Boxlund.
Andersson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Andersson swinging wildly here.
A combination from Andersson does no damage.
Boxlund avoids the body shot from Andersson.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Andersson tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Boxlund is able to avoid easily.
Andersson staying out of range there.
Andersson avoids the body shot from Boxlund.
Boxlund displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Andersson throws out the jab.
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 Blixt Boxlund.
Well Boxlund has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 29:29
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Blixt Boxlund!
Blixt Boxlund was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Gon Grave (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Parfait Hilton (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Hilton has chosen The man in the moon is a newfie as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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223 lbs
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215 lbs
11 - 12 - 1 |
BJJ Purple Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
7 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Gon Grave!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
11 - 12 - 1, fighting out of New York, Parfait Hilton!
The judges for this bout are Paul Aken, Wagner Zegers and Saam Ante.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hilton moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Hilton bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Hilton lands a decent elbow from side control.
Grave is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hilton working the head with strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Grave tries to improve position but can't.
Hilton wants to control but Grave is keeping him busy.
Grave is trying to control Hilton's posture but Hilton avoids it.
Grave is looking to regain half guard here but Hilton keeps moving and retains side control.
Grave gets back to half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hilton lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Grave wants to improve his position but Hilton is controlling well.
Grave taking some punishment here, with Hilton in his half guard.
Grave looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Grave taking some punishment here, with Hilton in his half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hilton scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Grave looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hilton lands strikes from half guard.
Grave makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Grave.
Grave tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hilton is stalling in the full guard.
Hilton scoring with punches to the head and body.
Hilton wants to control from the top but Grave keeps moving.
Hilton connects with a couple of short punches.
Hilton really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Grave. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Grave has his foot on Hilton's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hilton works his way back into a safe position though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Grave has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hilton can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Grave is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hilton scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Hilton is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Grave is rocked!
Hilton stopping the sweep attempt from Grave.
Oh Grave is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hilton postures up and lands a big shot to Grave's brow.
Hilton content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Hilton engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Grave has his foot on Hilton's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hilton works his way back into a safe position though.
Grave seems to have got his legs back now.
Hilton controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hilton wants to get up but he can't break Grave's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Hilton controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hilton throwing strikes but missing.
Hilton is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Parfait Hilton was stalling too much, according to the referee.
Grave is keeping his hands low and just asking to be knocked out. Hilton Raises his leg and lands a stunning axe kick! Grave is out cold, face down on the mat!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Parfait Hilton!
Parfait Hilton seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Viacheslav Datsik (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Marcus Evans (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Marcus Evans has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
24 - 12 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Viacheslav Datsik!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
15 - 6 - 1, fighting out of Amsterdam, Marcus Evans!
The judges for this bout are Wagner Zegers, Nard Betker and Paul Aken.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Evans will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Datsik scores with a jab.
Datsik misses the shot to the body.
Datsik gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Evans to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Datsik seems keen to control Evans's posture.
Evans passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Datsik avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Evans.
The strikes coming from Evans are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Evans has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Evans throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Datsik managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Evans.
Datsik defending against the ground and pound.
Datsik takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Evans working the ground and pound but Datsik is defending the strikes.
Evans in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Evans tries to score with some ground and pound. Datsik controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Evans tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Datsik is not content to let Evans control the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Evans goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Datsik has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Evans but great work by Datsik.
Datsik working away.
Datsik is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Evans will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Evans wants to get back to his feet but Datsik drags him back down.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Marcus Evans has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Evans showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Datsik.
Evans chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Datsik doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Viacheslav Datsik is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Datsik misses with the combination.
Datsik tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Evans paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Evans lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Datsik tries to clinch but Evans is having none of it.
A head kick misses from Datsik.
Datsik stuffs the takedown.
Evans shoots in for a takedown but Datsik shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Viacheslav Datsik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marcus Evans.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Datsik will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Datsik throws a series of punches but Evans avoids them all with ease.
Horrible takedown by Evans or perhaps it was just good defense by Datsik which made him look bad.
A low kick from Evans is predictable there
and Datsik counters with an outside leg kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Evans darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Datsik digs a good hook to Evans's body.
Datsik throws a jab when Evans was well out of range.
Evans shoots for a takedown but Datsik saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Datsik throws a right hand that Evans ducks under and follows up with a left that Evans also avoids with ease.
Evans fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Datsik to the ground. Evans is now in Datsik's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marcus Evans dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Datsik is looking to clinch but Evans is avoiding it.
Datsik displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Evans.
Evans shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Datsik misses with a head kick.
Evans clinches up with Datsik and pushes him back against the cage.
A body shot lands from Evans.
Evans tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Datsik creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Evans's defenses.
Datsik gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
It looks like Marcus Evans has been cut.
Evans dodges an elbow strike from Datsik.
Datsik misses with an elbow over the top.
Evans drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Viacheslav Datsik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marcus Evans.
Evans tries a body shot but Datsik blocks it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Evans.
Datsik lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Evans blocks an elbow strike.
Datsik lands a left hand that snaps the head of Evans backwards.
Datsik prevents a takedown attempt there.
Nice elbow from Datsik.
Our sources have told us that Datsik has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Evans stalling.
Evans wants to break the clinch but can't.
Evans tries to break the clinch but Datsik is controlling the position.
Evans changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Datsik fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Evans checks a low kick from Datsik.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Datsik cracks Evans with a right hand to the side of the head.
Evans shoots for a double leg takedown but Datsik sprawls well. He's pushed Evans's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Evans swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A left and a right from Evans both land. Nice combination.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Evans throws a leg kick but Datsik checks it.
Evans wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Evans avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Evans shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Evans uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Datsik.
Evans throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Datsik clinches up against the cage.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Datsik misses with an elbow over the top.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Datsik lands with a right to the head.
Evans tries for a takedown. No joy.
Datsik throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Evans goes for a takedown in the clinch but Datsik prevents it.
Datsik lands an elbow inside that Evans shrugs off.
Evans is rocked!
Datsik working aggressively here.
Evans is still on wobbly legs! Can Datsik finish him?
Datsik misses with an elbow strike.
Datsik misses with an elbow over the top.
Datsik throws a head punch that misses.
Datsik looks to throw an elbow but misses.
With the fighters up against the cage, Datsik throws an elbow but misses.
A head punch on the inside from Datsik fails to land.
Evans blocks the elbow strike.
Datsik tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Datsik misses with the head strike.
Datsik pushes off an throws an elbow but Evans leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Datsik swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Datsik pushes off an throws an elbow but Evans leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Datsik swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Datsik fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
With the fighters up against the cage, Datsik throws an elbow but misses.
Datsik fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Evans blocks an elbow strike.
Datsik has a couple of punches blocked by Evans.
Evans blocks an uppercut.
Datsik creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
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!
Evans blocks an uppercut.
Evans blocks an uppercut.
Evans avoids the elbow strike from Datsik, against the cage.
Datsik throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Evans is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Datsik swings wildly with an uppercut but Evans uses good head movement to avoid it.
With the fighters up against the cage, Datsik throws an elbow but misses.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Evans blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Evans blocks the elbow strike.
Datsik throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Datsik misses with the head strike.
Viacheslav Datsik has scored more points in the clinch so far.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Datsik.
Datsik throws an elbow that misses.
Datsik swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Evans blocks the elbow strike.
Evans blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Datsik fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Datsik throws an elbow but it misses.
Evans blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Evans blocks an elbow strike.
Evans blocks the elbow strike.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Datsik just misses with a elbow thrown towards Evans's brow.
Datsik pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Evans blocks an uppercut.
Datsik looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Datsik fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Datsik misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Datsik.
Datsik misses with the head strike.
Datsik misses with an elbow over the top.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Datsik just misses with a elbow thrown towards Evans's brow.
Evans blocks the elbow strike.
Datsik throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Datsik creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Datsik has a couple of punches blocked by Evans.
Evans dodges an elbow strike from Datsik.
Datsik throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Evans blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Evans.
Evans blocks an elbow strike from Datsik.
Evans blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Datsik fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Evans avoids a wild elbow strike from Datsik.
Evans blocks an elbow strike.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Evans throws a punch but it's blocked by Datsik.
Datsik misses with a short punch on the inside.
Evans avoids a wild elbow strike from Datsik.
Datsik looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Datsik pushes off an throws an elbow but Evans leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Datsik just misses with a elbow thrown towards Evans's brow.
Datsik pushes off an throws an elbow but Evans leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Datsik misses with an elbow strike.
Datsik tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Evans blocks an uppercut.
Evans blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Datsik misses with a punch on the inside.
Evans blocks an elbow strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Viacheslav Datsik dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Marcus Evans's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
Datsik avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Datsik closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Datsik stuffs the takedown attempt from Evans. Evans gets slowly back to his feet.
Evans connects with a looping right hand.
Datsik takes one on the button.
Evans dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Evans misses the jab.
Datsik takes one to the chin there.
A nice leg kick lands there from Datsik.
Evans misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Evans slips under a jab from Datsik.
Viacheslav Datsik is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Evans tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Datsik turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Datsik throws a leg kick but Evans sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Datsik comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Datsik tries to clinch up but Evans circles away and keeps his distance.
Datsik keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Evans.
Datsik throws a head kick that misses.
A jab lands there for Evans.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Datsik lands a big head kick that sends Evans to the canvas! Datsik follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:07 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Viacheslav Datsik!
Viacheslav Datsik seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Adam Resso (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and David Berkowitz (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Resso's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Avenged Sevenfold-Beast and the Harlot. The crowd seem to be enjoying Berkowitz's choice of entrance music: Macabre - Son Of Sam. The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.
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203 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the middleweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
11 - 9 - 1, fighting out of London, Adam Resso!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
16 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, David Berkowitz!
The judges for this bout are Paulsen Ambrosius, Patrick Alders and Nard Betker.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Resso lands with a cross.
It looks like David Berkowitz has been cut.
Berkowitz feints and then cracks Resso's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Resso down.
Resso takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Berkowitz wants to clinch.
Berkowitz looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Resso takes a swing at Berkowitz's ribcage but misses.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Berkowitz.
Resso throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Resso connects with a jab.
Adam Resso seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Berkowitz slips under a jab from Resso.
Resso misses with a body shot.
Resso throws a front kick aimed at Berkowitz's knee but Berkowitz avoids it well.
Berkowitz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Resso.
Berkowitz on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Resso. Resso obviously looking to wear him down.
Berkowitz ducks under a wild hook from Resso.
Berkowitz blocks a jab.
Resso lands a nice shot that snaps Berkowitz's head back.
Berkowitz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Berkowitz's corner calls for a 1-2. Berkowitz obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Berkowitz avoids the head kick by Resso.
Resso looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Resso misses with a looping left.
Berkowitz is looking to slow Resso down with leg kicks.
Berkowitz misses with a leg kick.
Resso looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Berkowitz takes a jab right on the kisser.
Resso throws a jab when Berkowitz was well out of range.
Berkowitz thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Resso if he has to take too many more of those.
Resso misses with a two punch combination.
Resso moves out of range of the strikes.
Resso misses with a jab, cross combination.
Resso lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A decent looking cross lands there for Berkowitz.
Resso takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A solid leg kick lands there for Berkowitz.
Resso tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Berkowitz was well out of range. Poor timing from Resso.
Resso misses with a low kick.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Berkowitz scores with a punch to the head.
Berkowitz moves out of range as Resso throws a body kick.
Berkowitz wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Resso looks to score with a jab to the body but Berkowitz is just out of range.
Berkowitz connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Resso lets loose with a powerful body kick. Berkowitz will feel that in the morning.
Resso lands with a straight right. Berkowitz didn't see that one coming.
A leg kick checked by Berkowitz.
Resso throws a head kick that misses.
Resso avoids the head kick by Berkowitz.
Resso lands a slapping body shot.
A big right from Berkowitz misses.
Berkowitz lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Berkowitz misses with a wild body shot.
Resso connects with the punch.
A slow jab from Berkowitz misses its intended target.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Berkowitz feints a jab promting Resso to slip. Berkowitz then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Resso slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Resso fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Berkowitz has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Resso jabs at Berkowitz's body.
Berkowitz slips a jab and a cross from Resso.
Resso walks into a straight right hand from Berkowitz.
Berkowitz lands a jab to the head.
A jab from Berkowitz misses.
Resso comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Berkowitz scores with a jab to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice body kick from Resso.
Resso circles away from the clinch attempt.
Berkowitz fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Resso on the side of the head.
Resso lands a big head kick that sends Berkowitz tumbling to the mat! Resso takes a step backwards and waves Berkowitz back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Berkowitz is rocked!
Berkowitz will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Berkowitz is still on wobbly legs! Can Resso finish him?
Berkowitz ducks under a wild hook from Resso.
Berkowitz throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Berkowitz throws a looping overhand right but Resso ducks down to avoid it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Resso just misses with a punch to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Berkowitz looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Resso fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Resso staying out of range there.
Resso drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Berkowitz right on the button. Berkowitz goes down! Resso follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Resso gets the win via TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Adam Resso!
Adam Resso retains his middleweight title!
A less than humble Adam Resso misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
The defeated David Berkowitz had this to say: 'I'll be back!'.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Vit Tu (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Alexander Nevsky (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Tu comes to the cage accompanied by Blanket on the ground. Nevsky has chosen Remember The Name by Fort Minor as his entrance music. Vit Tu could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Alexander Nevsky's chin.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the light heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
23 - 12 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Vit Tu!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
24 - 9 - 0, fighting out of London, Alexander Nevsky!
The judges for this bout are Radbod Blank, Nard Betker and Paulsen Ambrosius.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nevsky uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tu.
Tu swats away the attempt to clinch by Nevsky.
Tu scores with a jab to the body.
Nevsky leaves Tu with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Tu falls off balance throwing a combination
and Nevsky counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Tu escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nevsky gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Tu keeping moving, preventing Nevsky from controlling successfully.
Nevsky lands a couple of elbows.
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!
Tu wants to sweep but no luck.
Tu will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Tu is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nevsky is aware though and is defending well.
Tu tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nevsky lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Nevsky scoring with some ground and pound.
Tu utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tu has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Nevsky should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Tu has tightened it up now! Nevsky should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Vit Tu!
Vit Tu retains his light heavyweight title!
Vit Tu very nearly forgot to thank Milwaukee's Best 160 SALE $140 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.
Alexander Nevsky spoke after the fight, saying 'Well ... what can I say ... my opponent was better than me tonight and congratulations for him! But I will come back strong and better prepared next time and put on a show for you guys !!!!'.
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