Hilo Fight 39 PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Mike Galt (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Taylor Heales (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Taylor Heales is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.

Galt
vs
Heales

185 cm
18
200 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

182 cm
19
200 lbs
0 - 3 - 0

Good wrestling
Brawler
Good chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter fighter
Can Moonwalk

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 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Mike Galt!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Taylor Heales!
The judges for this bout are Micheangelo Fripello, Colin Fray and Roger Salmon.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Galt closes the distance and clinches up with Heales, looking for a takedown. Galt pushes Heales against the cage but Heales circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Galt ducks under a wild hook from Heales.
Galt throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Heales counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Nice sprawl there from Heales as Galt shoots in.
Galt rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Heales moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Heales wants to clinch.
Heales has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Galt is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Galt tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Heales defends well and Galt ends up having to push Heales into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mike Galt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Galt tries to pull guard but Heales won't allow it.
Galt throws a punch but it's blocked by Heales.
Heales misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Galt.
Heales pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Heales trying to control the position but instead, Galt has worked for underhooks and has pushed Heales into the cage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Heales tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Galt avoids it.
Galt throws a knee to the head but misses.
Galt is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Heales missing with knees to the body.
Heales throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Galt tries to pull guard but Heales forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Heales trying to land knees to the body.
Heales goes for a takedown attempt but Galt pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Galt uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Heales.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Galt moves into the clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Galt avoiding damage as Heales throws knees to the body.
Galt is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Galt jumps guard but Heales stands there with Galt around his waist. Galt gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Galt being controlled against the cage.
Heales pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Galt wants to break the clinch but can't.
Heales wants to stall.
Galt avoids the elbow strike from Heales, against the cage.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Heales misses with a short punch on the inside.
Galt wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Heales has him pressed against the cage.
Heales prevents Galt from breaking the clinch.

Galt decides to pull guard.
Galt on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Galt tries to get out of the position.
Heales postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

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

Galt isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Heales stacks Galt 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 Heales!
Galt looks to move to half guard but instead Heales has passed into mount! Damn!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Galt working to try and regain half guard.
Galt is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Heales jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Galt manages to avoid the submission attempt.

Heales decides to stand back up. Heales steps back and let's Galt get back to his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Galt misses with a takedown attempt - Heales sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Taylor Heales dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!

Heales shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Galt shoots in for a takedown but Heales shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Heales misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Galt.
Heales looks to throw the jab but Galt is out of range.
Galt misses with a kick to the body.
Nice takedown defense from Heales. No joy for Galt on that attempt.
Mike Galt is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Heales throws a looping overhand right but Galt ducks down to avoid it.
Heales throws a jab but it's blocked by Galt.
Heales darts in trying to clinch

and Galt counters with a nice double leg into side control. Heales won't be happy with that.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Galt trying to control the position but Heales is working away.
Heales manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Heales moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Heales is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Galt controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Heales wants to get back to his feet but Galt is in a dominant position and won't allow it.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Heales keeping full guard, as Galt tries to pass.

Heales is working an open guard so Galt takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Galt has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mike Galt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Galt darts in looking for a takedown but Heales gets double underhooks and turns Galt into the cage.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Galt controlling the action here for a moment.
Galt jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Heales walks away with a smile on his face. Galt gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Heales wants to clinch up but Galt keeps it at a distance.

Galt rushes Heales and presses him up against the cage.
Galt controlling the action here for a moment.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Heales just misses with a elbow thrown towards Galt's brow.
Heales throws a knee to the head but misses.
Galt is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Heales to keep the fight standing.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Galt tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Heales smiles and moves away.
Galt shoots in looking for a takedown but Heales manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Galt's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Heales shoots in but Galt avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Galt shoots in but Heales avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Nice sprawl there from Heales as Galt shoots in.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.

Heales shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Heales showed some decent athleticism there.
Heales seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Galt does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
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 Mike Galt will probably get the nod.
That's time! Galt's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

Heales scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Galt fails in his attempt to clinch.
Galt checks a leg kick.
Heales takes a swing at Galt's ribcage but misses.
Heales works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Galt is trying hard to land a takedown here. Heales sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
No joy there for Galt, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Heales misses with a wild body shot.
Galt takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Galt tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Heales defends well and Galt ends up having to push Heales into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Nice elbow from Heales.

It looks like Mike Galt has been cut.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Galt jumps guard.
Galt wants to sweep but no luck.
Galt looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Heales puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Heales wants to get back to his feet.
Galt wants to control but Heales is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Heales wants to stand but Galt has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
Galt misses with some strikes from the bottom.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Galt is trying to maintain the position but Heales is very close to passing his half guard.
Heales seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Galt is trying to stand.
Galt is trying to get back to full guard.
Heales is trying to control. Galt wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.

The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Heales looks to score with a jab to the body but Galt is just out of range.
Heales fails miserably with a takedown attempt.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Heales feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Galt's calf.
Galt fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Heales avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mike Galt. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Galt shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Heales sprawls well. Heales wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Galt gets slowly back to his feet.
Galt looks to land a left hand but Heales moved out of range nicely.

Galt gets a double leg takedown into Heales's guard.
Galt seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Galt trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Heales wants to sweep here but Galt controlling him for the moment.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Heales is pulling down on Galt's head to control his posture.

The ref stands the fighters back up. Mike Galt wasn't doing enough on the ground.
A shot to the liver by Heales. Beautiful body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Taylor Heales.
I think Heales 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 Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 28:29
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 28:29
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Taylor Heales!
A very excited looking Taylor Heales made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

C
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C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
43%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Pablo Cojones (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ben Matlock (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Cojones kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Pearl Jam - Do The Evolution. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Cojones
vs
Matlock

191 cm
19
242 lbs
3 - 0 - 0

190 cm
20
285 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Brawler
Cuts easily

Decent wrestler
Dangerous knees
Good gas tank

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Pablo Cojones!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Ben Matlock!
The judges for this bout are Chris Saunders, Colin Fray and Josh West.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Matlock gets a clinch.
Cojones tries for a takedown. No joy.
Matlock prevents the takedown attempt.
Matlock landing knees to the head.

It looks like Pablo Cojones has been cut.
Matlock lands a nice elbow.

Matlock drops Cojones with a big knee straight up the middle! Cojones is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.

Matlock clinches up with Cojones and pushes him back against the cage.
Matlock has Cojones pressed up against the cage in a tight Thai clinch. Cojones is arching his back, trying to avoid the knees but a big one sneaks through from Matlock - that's hurt Cojones badly! Oh, another knee lands and Cojones is covering up! The referee steps in to save him - possibly a bit early but Cojones doesn't seem to be complaining.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knees). Ben Matlock!
Ben Matlock tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

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C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Robert Paulson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Rez Cortez (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Cortez has chosen Hit Me Baby One More Time by Britney Spears as his entrance music. Robert Paulson has a significant reach advantage - let's see if he can make it count.

Paulson
vs
Cortez

225 cm
30
300 lbs
3 - 3 - 0

185 cm
30
200 lbs
8 - 9 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Basic striking
Good chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent boxer
Heavy handed

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 3 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Robert Paulson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 8 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Rez Cortez!
The judges for this bout are Micheangelo Fripello, Chris Saunders and Paul Gruel.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Paulson fails with a takedown attempt.
Paulson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Cortez as he jumps to the side.
Paulson goes for a double leg but Cortez avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Cortez continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert Paulson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Paulson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Paulson throws a head punch that misses.
Paulson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Cortez gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Cortez has a couple of punches blocked by Paulson.
Cortez's coach down at Facebreaker Academy : Striking was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Cortez's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Paulson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Paulson effectively controlling the action here.
Cortez is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Paulson lands a nice shot to the body.
Paulson is struggling to control the position.
Paulson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Cortez avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Paulson blocking some punches.
Paulson has been working on his balance at TAP ROOT -/- 10 Coaches / Great Sparring / Value, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Cortez.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Paulson has Cortez pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Cortez manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.

Paulson breaks the clinch.
Cortez lands a head shot.
Paulson wants to clinch.

Paulson closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Paulson lands in his opponent's guard.
Cortez wants to stand but Paulson is controlling the position.
Cortez working a defensive guard here.
Paulson won't allow Cortez to sweep him here.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Paulson drops back, looking for a kneebar! Cortez looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Cortez looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Cortez!
Paulson is looking for a sweep.
Paulson is working hard here to advance position.
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!
Cortez working the ground and pound but Paulson is defending the strikes.
Paulson on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Paulson tries to get out of the position.
Paulson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Cortez wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Cortez in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Cortez stands up.
Paulson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Cortez misses with a wild combination.
Left hook, right uppercut from Cortez.

It looks like Robert Paulson has been cut.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Paulson takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Cortez fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Cortez moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Paulson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Cortez finds it's way round the side to connect with Paulson's head.
Paulson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Cortez is fending him off so far but Paulson persists. Nope, Cortez circles away and we're back to standing.
Cortez connects with a looping right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cortez lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.

Robert Paulson's cut is getting worse.

Oooooh!!! Cortez has knocked Paulson down with a huge combo! Cortez steps away and waves a wobbly Paulson back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!

Paulson is rocked!
Cortez throws a right and a left that both miss.
Oh Paulson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Cortez will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Paulson seems to have got his legs back now.
Paulson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Cortez tries to avoid it but Paulson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Cortez to the ground. Cortez escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Paulson is breathing heavily.
Cortez throws a nice looking combination but Paulson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Cortez connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.

Robert Paulson's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Cortez cracks Paulson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Cortez tries to bum rush Paulson with a series of wild strikes but Paulson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Cortez scores with the left hand. Paulson knows he should have avoided that one.
Cortez displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Paulson.
Cortez throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
No joy there for Cortez, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Cortez Rushes Paulson and starts throwing punches like they are going out of style! Paulson is up against the cage and has nowhere to go. Cortez Piles on the pressure and Paulson crumples to the floor! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rez Cortez!
Rez Cortez thanked the fans post fight for their support.

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energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
78%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Jorma Kultane (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Walter White (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). White has chosen Crystal Blue Persuasion as his entrance music. Walter White will no doubt be trying to keep this one on the feet, where he has a distinct advantage.

Kultane
vs
White

185 cm
23
211 lbs
1 - 0 - 1

181 cm
25
205 lbs
1 - 1 - 0

Decent wrestler
Brawler
Intelligent

BJJ Purple Belt
Basic striking
Determined

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 1, fighting out of Hilo, Jorma Kultane!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Walter White!
The judges for this bout are Micheangelo Fripello, Paul Gruel and Ryoma Takatsuka.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
White tries to clinch up.
White tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kultane sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten White somewhat.

Kultane scores with a takedown into White's guard.
White looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Kultane throwing strikes from guard but White blocks nicely.
Kultane throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as White works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kultane prevents White from getting back to his feet.
Kultane in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kultane throwing strikes from guard but White blocks nicely.
Kultane is looking to work some ground and pound but White has wrist control.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kultane stands up over White, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.

White working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kultane doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kultane manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
White preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kultane throws a big right hand that misses.
Kultane pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. White is keeping the position for now.
Kultane is working hard here to advance position.
Kultane working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
White preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kultane wants to control from the top but White keeps moving.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kultane is fighting to break White's control of his arms but White is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Kultane throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.

Kultane postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! White is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Kultane, into his guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Kultane wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
White makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Kultane's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
White missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
White postures up and lands a big shot to Kultane's brow.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kultane is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kultane on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Kultane tries to get out of the position.
Kultane is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw White working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
White works over Kultane with some ground and pound from guard.
White passes easily into side control. Nice work.
White working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Kultane is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, White asserts his dominance and retains side control.

White tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The ground and pound from White seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
White working away.

White is trying to get an arm triangle but Kultane is defending well.
You can see the frustration on Kultane's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kultane manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Walter White will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!

White dives in for a single leg takedown but Kultane sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
White wants a takedown.
White misses with the head strike.

White has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Kultane uses from the top position.
Kultane is looking to work some ground and pound but White has wrist control.
White working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kultane.
White wants to sweep here but Kultane controlling him for the moment.
White controls Kultane momentarily but Kultane frees himself.
Kultane looking to sit in guard and control but White gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Kultane not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.

That's one minute gone in the round.
White tries to free his leg and advance position but Kultane is retaining full guard.
White throws a big right hand that misses.
White is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
White postures up in Kultane's guard and throws a big left but Kultane blocks it.
White trying to control the position from guard on top but Kultane is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kultane looking to hit a scissor sweep but White is one step ahead there.

White gets to his feet - Kultane follows without any prompting.

White drives through with a takedown into Kultane's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kultane looking for a sweep. Not yet Kultane, not yet.
White wants to stand and escape but instead Kultane has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kultane stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. White swivels though and keeps the full guard.
White trying to keep a closed guard but Kultane is proving a slippery customer.
Kultane trying to control the position from guard on top but White is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
White working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kultane.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kultane trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
White wants to stand and escape but Kultane is having none of it.
Kultane stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. White swivels though and keeps the full guard.
White is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Kultane is looking for a sweep. White is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
White seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
White is looking to advance position but Kultane won't allow it.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kultane is trying to stand back up but White is controlling him
Kultane trying to hold on to White's head to control him but White postures up.
Kultane is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because White is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Kultane manages to get to full guard.
White throwing strikes from guard but Kultane blocks nicely.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
White trying to stand up but can't free himself from Kultane's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Walter White showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

White fails miserably with a takedown attempt.

Kultane drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Kultane in side control, throwing shots but White defends.
White struggling a bit here.
Kultane prevents White from escaping the position.
Kultane wants to stand but White has his arm trapped.
Kultane is putting a hurting on White here, landing some big shots from side control.
White trying his best to control but Kultane has mounted him.

That's one minute gone in the round.
White tries to hold on but Kultane postures up.
White in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Kultane in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
White working to try and regain half guard.
White takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Jorma Kultane overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kultane lands a big elbow.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kultane connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
White keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
White takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
White takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Kultane is landing with some decent strikes but White is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.

White is rocked!
A big strike lands for Kultane! That's really hurt White and he's turned his back - Kultane keeps firing away and the ref dives in to stop the fight! Kultane jumps to his feet to celebrate the victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:36 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jorma Kultane!
In defeat, Walter White stepped up to the mic, saying ' You clearly don’t know who you’re talking to, so let me clue you in. I am not in danger. I am the danger. A guy opens his door and gets shot, and you think that of me? No! I am the one who knocks! Fuck you.'.

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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 John Smith (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sam Wangu (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). John Smith has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Smith
vs
Wangu

195 cm
25
265 lbs
2 - 1 - 0

225 cm
24
277 lbs
2 - 2 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Counter fighter
Granite chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid Muay Thai
Determined

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 2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, John Smith!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Sam Wangu!
The judges for this bout are Ryoma Takatsuka, Micheangelo Fripello and Colin Fray.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Wangu goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Wangu misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.

Smith rushes Wangu and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Wangu looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.

Smith is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Wangu can't fight it off and eventually Smith manages to take the fight to the floor. Wangu looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.

Wangu working for a triangle but Smith defends it easily.
Smith pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wangu is keeping the position for now.
Smith makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Wangu trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Smith preventing the sweep.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Smith chips away with some ground and pound.
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.
Smith trying to control the position from guard on top but Wangu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Smith looking to sit in guard and control but Wangu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.

Smith is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Wangu rolls with it to try and escape but Smith cranks on the arm and Wangu is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). John Smith!

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C
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energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
51%

Undercard bout

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

Lee
vs
Plights

189 cm
21
275 lbs
2 - 1 - 0

206 cm
26
268 lbs
4 - 4 - 0

Abu Dhabi Champ
Counter fighter
Cardio machine

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Determined

Pirates Powder
Vandal Fight Boutique & Laundry

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 2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Freddy Lee!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Thumbo Plights!
The judges for this bout are Paul Gruel, Colin Fray and Chris Saunders.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Horrible takedown by Plights or perhaps it was just good defense by Lee which made him look bad.

Lee throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Plights tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Lee is in Plights's guard.
Lee slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Lee got a little sloppy there for a moment and Plights has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lee has managed to get both his arms back between Plights's legs - danger averted.
Lee sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Plights's guard.
Lee not doing much here.
Lee has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.

Lee looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Lee wants to take a breather but Plights is having none of it.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Lee is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Lee perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Lee working Plights over with strikes.
Lee uses his free foot to push down on Plights's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Plights.
Plights can't escape the position.
Lee sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Lee trying to control but Plights is having none of it.
Plights really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Lee. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Lee looking to secure an arm triangle but Plights defends it well.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!

Lee is controlling this nicely and is looking to make no mistakes. Plights is trying to wiggle out of this horrible position. Plights flips to his side and attempts to get a leg in for half guard. Lee anticipates the leg and manages to get behind Plights and secures both hooks! This could be bad! Lee slips an arm under Plights chin and tries to position for a rear naked choke. Lee has worked the choke in now and it looks tight. Lee is squeezing on Plights like an anaconda would it's prey. Plights fails to tap and has fallen unconscious! We've got ourselves a winner by way of a rear naked choke!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Freddy Lee!
An out of breath Freddy Lee thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

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C
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energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
48%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Dev Vasilios (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Josiah Bartlet (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Vasilios might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Cant be touched!. Dev Vasilios is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.

Vasilios
vs
Bartlet

160 cm
28
138 lbs
7 - 1 - 0

170 cm
21
145 lbs
4 - 3 - 0

BJJ Brown Belt
Counter fighter
Very quick

Good wrestler
Good kicks
Powerful

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 7 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Dev Vasilios!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Josiah Bartlet!
The judges for this bout are Jeff Smith, Josh West and Paul Gruel.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Vasilios is looking to clinch but Bartlet is avoiding it.
Bartlet pivots, looking for a leg kick but Vasilios is out of range and Bartlet settles back down.
An inside leg kick lands from Bartlet.
Bartlet connects with a leg kick. Vasilios looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Vasilios fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bartlet manages to avoid it.

Bartlet has closed the distance and engaged Vasilios in a clinch.
I was talking to Vasilios's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Vasilios blocks the elbow strike.

Bartlet gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Vasilios regains guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Bartlet postures up in Vasilios's guard and throws a big left but Vasilios blocks it.
Bartlet throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Bartlet must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Vasilios not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Vasilios tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bartlet works over Vasilios with some ground and pound from guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bartlet landing some decent shots from guard.
Vasilios preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Bartlet throwing strikes but missing.
Bartlet with a nice head shot there.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bartlet connects with a couple of short punches.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bartlet throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Bartlet missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Bartlet cracks Vasilios with a solid left hand.
Bartlet keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Vasilios's head.
Bartlet lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Bartlet throws a big right hand that misses.
Bartlet trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Vasilios controls Bartlet momentarily but Bartlet frees himself.
Bartlet loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Bartlet postures up.
Bartlet missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Bartlet throws a big elbow that misses.
Vasilios is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vasilios looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bartlet is one step ahead there.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bartlet chips away with some ground and pound.
Bartlet throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Vasilios looking for a sweep. Not yet Vasilios, not yet.
Bartlet throwing strikes from guard but Vasilios blocks nicely.
Vasilios working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bartlet.
Vasilios has momentary wrist control but Bartlet slips an elbow through the middle.
Vasilios wants to sweep but no luck.
Bartlet throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Vasilios pulls Bartlet in to control the position.
Bartlet stands up over Vasilios, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Bartlet lands a couple of elbows.
Bartlet postures up and lands a big shot to Vasilios's brow.
Bartlet keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Vasilios's head.
Bartlet working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Bartlet's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Bartlet throwing strikes from guard but Vasilios blocks nicely.
Bartlet trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Vasilios trying to control the position.
Bartlet won't allow Vasilios to sweep him here.
Bartlet throws a big elbow that misses.

Vasilios looking for a guillotine here but Bartlet defends easily.
Vasilios trying to keep a closed guard but Bartlet is proving a slippery customer.
Bartlet with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Bartlet scoring with some ground and pound.
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.
Bartlet throwing strikes from guard but Vasilios blocks nicely.
Bartlet stands up over Vasilios, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vasilios managing to control the position.
Bartlet is looking to work some ground and pound but Vasilios has wrist control.
Bartlet throws an elbow that misses. Vasilios uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Bartlet's guard. Nice move by Vasilios!
Vasilios won't allow Bartlet to get back to his feet.
Vasilios pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bartlet is keeping the position for now.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Vasilios prevents Bartlet from getting back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Josiah Bartlet dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.

Bartlet fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Vasilios is out of range.

Bartlet takes the fight into the clinch.
Vasilios takes an elbow to the temple.
Bartlet lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Vasilios takes an elbow to the forehead.

Bartlet gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Vasilios avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Bartlet.
Vasilios trying to control but Bartlet postures up.
Bartlet lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Nice strikes from Bartlet there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vasilios is pressing down on Bartlet's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Bartlet postures up in Vasilios's guard and throws a big left but Vasilios blocks it.
Bartlet with a flurry of punches that miss.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bartlet is looking to work some ground and pound but Vasilios has wrist control.
Bartlet throwing strikes from guard but Vasilios blocks nicely.
Vasilios preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Vasilios tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bartlet postures up.
Vasilios preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Vasilios is trying to control the position but Bartlet postures up.
Bartlet missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Bartlet postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Bartlet postures up in Vasilios's guard and throws a big left but Vasilios blocks it.
Bartlet working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Bartlet postures up in Vasilios's guard and throws a big left but Vasilios blocks it.
Bartlet postures up in Vasilios's guard and throws a big left but Vasilios blocks it.
Bartlet is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Vasilios has momentary wrist control but Bartlet slips an elbow through the middle.
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!
Vasilios is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vasilios preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Bartlet postures up in Vasilios's guard and throws a big left but Vasilios blocks it.
Bartlet makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Bartlet throws a big elbow that misses.
Vasilios controls Bartlet momentarily but Bartlet frees himself.
Bartlet won't allow Vasilios to sweep him here.
Bartlet chips away with some ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Bartlet's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Bartlet throws a big right hand that misses.
Bartlet with a flurry of punches that miss.
Bartlet working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Vasilios controls Bartlet momentarily but Bartlet frees himself.
Bartlet postures up in Vasilios's guard and throws a big left but Vasilios blocks it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bartlet throws a big elbow that misses.
Vasilios is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bartlet throws a big elbow that misses.
Bartlet content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Bartlet's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Bartlet in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bartlet throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Vasilios works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Vasilios wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Vasilios avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Josiah Bartlet has got the better of the ground game so far.
Vasilios controls Bartlet momentarily but Bartlet frees himself.
Vasilios is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Bartlet is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bartlet stopping the sweep attempt from Vasilios.
Bartlet trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!

Bartlet got a little sloppy there for a moment and Vasilios has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bartlet has managed to get both his arms back between Vasilios's legs - danger averted.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Bartlet in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bartlet is looking to work some ground and pound but Vasilios has wrist control.
Bartlet distracts Vasilios with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Bartlet throws a strike but Vasilios rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Vasilios throws a strike but Bartlet rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Josiah Bartlet showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

Bartlet fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bartlet throws a leg kick which misses Vasilios's front leg but catches the back leg as Vasilios tries to avoid it.
Bartlet pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Vasilios takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Crunch! Bartlet slams his shin into Vasilios's torso.
Bartlet throws a leg kick but Vasilios sees it coming and moves out of range.

Bartlet lands a big head kick that sends Vasilios tumbling to the mat! Bartlet takes a step backwards and waves Vasilios back to his feet - he wants the finish!

Vasilios is rocked!

It looks like Dev Vasilios has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bartlet. That's going to slow Vasilios down.
Oh Vasilios is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bartlet and Vasilios are patiently standing in front of each other looking for an opening. Bartlet throws a head kick. It's landed, knocking Vasilios into next week! Ooooh that was huge! Bartlet knows it - he's on the cage flexing is biceps. That's a bit weird considering he won by kick but whatever.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Josiah Bartlet!

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 light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Ian Connell (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Shelby Toe (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Connell comes to the cage accompanied by Ain't No Sunshine. Toe has chosen Here Comes the Boom! as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Connell
vs
Toe

193 cm
26
220 lbs
3 - 0 - 0

195 cm
28
221 lbs
8 - 3 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
Very quick

Good wrestler
Counter fighter
Powerful

The Dark Side
Pirates Powder

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 3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Ian Connell!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 8 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Shelby Toe!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fray, Jeff Smith and Josh West.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Connell lands a lovely overhand right.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Toe has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Connell throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Toe sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice defenses there by Toe.
Connell misses with a few strikes there.
Connell throws a jab when Toe was well out of range.
Nice shot lands for Connell.
Toe misses with a takedown attempt - Connell sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Toe's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Connell connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Toe scrambles back to his feet.
Toe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A slow jab from Connell misses its intended target.
Connell throws a series of strikes that have Toe backpedaling.

Toe is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Toe slips under a jab.
Toe is still on wobbly legs! Can Connell finish him?
Connell closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Toe! Connell dives in looking to finish! Toe is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ian Connell!
An out of breath and clearly excited Ian Connell thanked The Dark Side for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).