UFP40: REVENGE PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between kenny davies (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Lance Jones (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

davies
vs
Jones

195 cm
23
265 lbs
5 - 3 - 0

200 cm
24
270 lbs
7 - 5 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
KO power

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent boxer
Powerful

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 5 - 3 - 0, fighting out of London, kenny davies!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 7 - 5 - 0, fighting out of London, Lance Jones!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, James Ackerman and Andrew Berry.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
davies shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Jones as he avoids it easily.
Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
davies misses with a head kick.
davies dives in and grabs Jones's left leg, looking for a takedown. Jones pushes down on davies's head and hops out.
Jones misses with a wild combination.
Lance Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones throws a right hand that davies ducks under and follows up with a left that davies also avoids with ease.
A decent looking body kick lands there for davies.

davies closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Jones looks gassed!
Jones looks like he's trying to stand up.
davies working over Jones with some ground and pound. Jones looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
davies wants to take a breather but Jones is having none of it.
davies could do with loosing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
davies scores with a couple of good hammerfists.

That's one minute gone in the round.
davies is pressing down on Jones's thigh, looking to free his foot. Jones is holding on for now.
davies with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
davies wants to take a breather but Jones is having none of it.
Jones looks like he's trying to stand up.
davies is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Jones is staying active underneath davies, who seems content to just control the action from this position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
davies missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
davies keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
davies is just content to waste time from the top position. Jones takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
davies trying to control but Jones is working from the bottom.

The referee stands the fighters back up. kenny davies just wasn't active enough from the dominant position.
No joy there for Jones, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
davies throws a nice looking combination but Jones bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.

davies decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
davies is keen to just control but Jones is a slippery customer.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jones is trying to stand.
davies thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Jones's head.

davies decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
davies lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.

Jones closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. davies did well to prevent Jones getting side control.
Jones lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Jones sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. davies defending well though.
davies is trying to maintain the position but Jones is very close to passing his half guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Jones gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
davies keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.

davies clinches.
Jones goes for a takedown attempt but davies pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
davies stuns Jones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by davies.

davies has Jones up against the cage in a clinch.
Jones is trying to drag davies to the mat but davies just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
davies connects with a knee to the head.

davies breaks the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

kenny davies dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!

A telegraphed right hand from Jones misses the target.
davies fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Jones avoids it really well and circles away.

davies scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Jones prevents davies from improving position.
Jones is not content to let davies control the position.
Jones is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
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.
Jones is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Jones pushes davies away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, davies gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
You can see the frustration on Jones's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
davies tries to score with some ground and pound. Jones controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
davies wants to control but Jones is keeping him busy.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Jones throws a hook but davies avoids it easily.
Jones misses with an uppercut. davies saw that one coming.
davies tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Jones swivels and escapes.
Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jones swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
davies bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jones fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.

davies shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Jones napping and manages to drive through into side control!

davies stands up.
davies shoots for a double leg takedown but Jones sprawls well. He's pushed davies's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for kenny davies. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jones closes this distance looking for a takedown but davies circles away.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jones throws a predictable looking body shot

and davies holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Jones prevents the takedown attempt.
Jones goes for a takedown attempt but davies pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
davies avoids a punch combination nicely.
Nice shot by davies.
Jones misses with a takedown attempt

and davies counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by davies.

davies pulls guard.
davies is trying to keep Jones in close.
davies thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
davies looking to control.

Jones gets to his feet - davies follows without any prompting.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

davies gets a clinch.
Jones tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. davies smiles and moves away.
A shot to de liver by Jones. Beautiful body shot.
Jones lands with a shot to the body.
Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but davies was well out of range. Poor timing from Jones.
Jones missing with a left hand there. davies was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
davies scores with a kick to the midsection.
Jones throws out a powerful jab.

davies closes the distance and clinches.

davies breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
davies rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Jones moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Jones misses with a straight left.
Jones lands an overhand right.
Jones scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. davies doesn't seem bothered though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

kenny davies dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!

Jones throws the left hand but davies avoids the punch easily.
Jones avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
davies goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
davies swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jones lands a really nice looking cross but davies seems unphased.

It looks like kenny davies has been cut.
kenny davies is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.

davies closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
davies thows a huge punch but Jones dodges it nicely.
davies is trying to control the action in half guard but Jones is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.

Jones is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but davies pulls his head out easily.
Jones tries to get to full guard but davies has control of the leg.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
davies is trying to control. Jones wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Jones wants to get back to his feet.
davies is stalling here. Jones is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! davies seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Jones has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Jones working the ground and pound from side control.

Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Jones throws an overhand right that lands on davies's shoulder, as davies tries to avoid the shot.
Jones stuffs the takedown.
Jones scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
davies lands a head kick!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.

Jones feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Jones stands up over davies, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.

davies has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Jones can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Jones postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Jones throwing strikes from guard but davies blocks nicely.
davies not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Jones postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
kenny davies overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Jones scoring with punches to the head and body.
davies will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
davies is trying to control the position but Jones postures up.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Jones throws a big shot that misses.
Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. davies sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jones displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
davies misses with a head kick.
Jones throws a right and a left that davies avoids nicely.
Jones falls off balance throwing a combination

so davies counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.

Jones is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
davies trying to control but Jones is working from the bottom.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jones tries to strike from the bottom.
davies trying to control the position from guard on top but Jones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Jones is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a tringle but davies frees his head nicely. Oh but Jones has switched to an armbar! davies is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Lance Jones!

C
A

C
B

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 Diego James Ndui Gambitinoa Jr (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jan Blachowicz (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Gambitinoa Jr's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Gorillaz - Feel Good Incorporated . Jan Blachowicz told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!

James Ndui Gambitinoa Jr
vs
Blachowicz

218 cm
24
264 lbs
5 - 4 - 0

220 cm
18
220 lbs
3 - 8 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Basic striking
Granite chin

BJJ Purple Belt
Good kicks
Knockout power

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 5 - 4 - 0, fighting out of London, Diego James Ndui Gambitinoa Jr!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 8 - 0, fighting out of London, Jan Blachowicz!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, James Glass and Colin Fotheringham.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Gambitinoa Jr shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Blachowicz's guard.

Blachowicz looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Gambitinoa Jr passes into half guard.
Gambitinoa Jr trying to control from half guard but Blachowicz is working away.
Gambitinoa Jr looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.

Gambitinoa Jr is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Blachowicz is looking to improve his position.
Blachowicz regains full guard. Nicely done.

Blachowicz is looking for a triangle but Gambitinoa Jr pushes his legs off easily.

Blachowicz throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Gambitinoa Jr escapes and throws Blachowicz's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Blachowicz struggling a bit here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Gambitinoa Jr in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Gambitinoa Jr cracks Blachowicz with a big elbow.
Check out the look on Gambitinoa Jr's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Blachowicz tries to bench press Gambitinoa Jr off him but Gambitinoa Jr keeps the position.

Gambitinoa Jr tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Gambitinoa Jr has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Blachowicz can't do much from the bottom here.

Gambitinoa Jr is trying to get an arm triangle but Blachowicz is defending well.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Blachowicz can't do much from the bottom here.
Blachowicz looks gassed!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blachowicz tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Gambitinoa Jr presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Blachowicz is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Blachowicz gets back to half guard.
Still in half guard, Gambitinoa Jr seems content to control.

Gambitinoa Jr is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Gambitinoa Jr seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Blachowicz does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Blachowicz tries to get to full guard but Gambitinoa Jr has control of the leg.
Blachowicz is in trouble now - Gambitinoa Jr has advanced to mount!
Blachowicz tries to buck Gambitinoa Jr off but he can't manage it.

Gambitinoa Jr looking to secure an arm triangle but Blachowicz defends it well.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Gambitinoa Jr looking to secure an arm triangle but Blachowicz defends it well.

Gambitinoa Jr wants to finish this one by submission but Blachowicz is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Gambitinoa Jr.
Gambitinoa Jr blocks Blachowicz's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Blachowicz sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Gambitinoa Jr trying to mount his opponent but Blachowicz defends it.
Blachowicz is looking for a sweep. Gambitinoa Jr is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Gambitinoa Jr wants to work for an arm triangle but Blachowicz is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Blachowicz looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Blachowicz gets back to full guard.
Gambitinoa Jr postures up in Blachowicz's guard and throws a big left but Blachowicz blocks it.

Gambitinoa Jr is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Blachowicz not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.

Gambitinoa Jr drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Gambitinoa Jr jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Blachowicz thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Blachowicz doesn't succeed with the takedown

and Gambitinoa Jr counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Gambitinoa Jr wants to free his trapped foot but Blachowicz is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gambitinoa Jr scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Gambitinoa Jr is nestled in close to Blachowicz, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.

Gambitinoa Jr seems to be looking for submissions.
Gambitinoa Jr thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Gambitinoa Jr landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Blachowicz is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Gambitinoa Jr's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Gambitinoa Jr's back!

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

Gambitinoa Jr showing good submission defense here.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Gambitinoa Jr breaks Blachowicz's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.

Gambitinoa Jr drops back looking for a leg! Blachowicz is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Blachowicz manages to kick Gambitinoa Jr off! Gambitinoa Jr jumps back into Blachowicz's guard.
Gambitinoa Jr is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Blachowicz tries to strike from the bottom.
Gambitinoa Jr not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Gambitinoa Jr wants to control from the top but Blachowicz keeps moving.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.

Blachowicz is looking for a triangle but Gambitinoa Jr pushes his legs off easily.

Blachowicz looking for a guillotine here but Gambitinoa Jr defends easily.

Gambitinoa Jr avoids a guillotine attempt easily.

The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.

Gambitinoa Jr gets a takedown into half guard.

Gambitinoa Jr is looking for a kimura here.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

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

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

Blachowicz looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Blachowicz tries to roll over but Gambitinoa Jr keeps him under control.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Gambitinoa Jr has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Gambitinoa Jr is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Blachowicz is desperately trying to improve his position but Gambitinoa Jr has a good base and remains in mount.

Gambitinoa Jr is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Blachowicz has managed to escape the submission attempt.

Gambitinoa Jr swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Blachowicz is now in Gambitinoa Jr's guard. A big mistake from Gambitinoa Jr there, giving up the dominant position!
Blachowicz would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Diego James Ndui Gambitinoa Jr dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!

Gambitinoa Jr shoots in and bounces Blachowicz off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Gambitinoa Jr wants to control from the top but Blachowicz keeps moving.

Blachowicz is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gambitinoa Jr defends well.

Gambitinoa Jr is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Diego James Ndui Gambitinoa Jr overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Blachowicz striking off his back but it's not causing Gambitinoa Jr any problems.
Gambitinoa Jr prevents Blachowicz from getting back to his feet.
Gambitinoa Jr sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Gambitinoa Jr trying to control but Blachowicz is working from the bottom.
Gambitinoa Jr is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Gambitinoa Jr postures up and lands a big shot to Blachowicz's brow.
Gambitinoa Jr has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Gambitinoa Jr wants to control from the top but Blachowicz keeps moving.

The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.

Gambitinoa Jr closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Blachowicz did well to prevent Gambitinoa Jr getting side control.
Gambitinoa Jr is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Blachowicz reverses the position - he's now on top in Gambitinoa Jr's guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Blachowicz accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blachowicz throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.

Gambitinoa Jr throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.

Gambitinoa Jr working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Blachowicz doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Blachowicz manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.

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

Gambitinoa Jr looking for subs off his back but Blachowicz has passed one foot through into half guard.

Blachowicz is working for a submission of some sort.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Blachowicz stalling away here and it's allowed Gambitinoa Jr to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Gambitinoa Jr thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.

Blachowicz got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gambitinoa Jr has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Blachowicz has managed to get both his arms back between Gambitinoa Jr's legs - danger averted.
Jan Blachowicz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Blachowicz postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.

Gambitinoa Jr looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Blachowicz missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Blachowicz prevents Gambitinoa Jr from getting back to his feet.
Blachowicz in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.

Blachowicz postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Gambitinoa Jr is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Blachowicz, into his guard.
Blachowicz trying to control the position.

Blachowicz is looking for a triangle but Gambitinoa Jr pushes his legs off easily.
Diego James Ndui Gambitinoa Jr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.

Blachowicz isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Gambitinoa Jr stacks Blachowicz 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 Gambitinoa Jr!

And that's the end of the fight!
Diego James Ndui Gambitinoa Jr showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Gambitinoa Jr 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Diego James Ndui Gambitinoa Jr!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
43%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Daz Rawlinson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Gregg Pastora (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Pastora is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Perfect Storm by Black Iris. Daz Rawlinson has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Rawlinson
vs
Pastora

186 cm
22
177 lbs
3 - 1 - 0

192 cm
18
180 lbs
3 - 3 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid boxing
Self confident

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Determined

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Daz Rawlinson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 3 - 0, fighting out of London, Gregg Pastora!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, James Ackerman and Colin Fotheringham.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pastora shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Rawlinson but Rawlinson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Rawlinson lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Rawlinson.

Pastora tries to keep at a distance but Rawlinson has taken the fight into the clinch.
Rawlinson with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Pastora tries to pull guard but Rawlinson holds him up against the cage and eventually Pastora drops back down to his feet.
Pastora tries to pull guard but Rawlinson holds him up against the cage and eventually Pastora drops back down to his feet.
Daz Rawlinson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gregg Pastora.
Rawlinson drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Pastora gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Pastora fails to pull guard.

Pastora has hold of one of Rawlinson's legs. Rawlinson is fighting the takedown attempt but Pastora gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Pastora stopping the sweep attempt from Rawlinson.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pastora accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Rawlinson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Pastora trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Pastora throws a big right hand that misses.
Rawlinson strikes from his own guard.

Rawlinson pushes Pastora off and scrambles back to his feet.

Rawlinson has closed the distance and engaged Pastora in a clinch.

Rawlinson breaks from the clinch.
Pastora fails to land the takedown.
Rawlinson throws a head kick that half lands.
Pastora shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Rawlinson defends it nicely.

Rawlinson forces Pastora back against the cage and clinches.
Pastora fails to pull guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pastora jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Rawlinson walks away with a smile on his face. Pastora gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Pastora throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped

and Rawlinson counters with a takedown into full mount! That could mean trouble for Pastora!
Pastora is wriggling around trying to escape.
Pastora looks gassed!
Pastora is squirming around, avoiding Rawlinson's attempts to control the action.

Rawlinson is standing up out of mount! Strange tactic there - he must really want this one on the feet!
This has been an exciting period of action!

Rawlinson closes the distance and clinches.
Pastora tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Rawlinson just stands there and leans against the cage.

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

Rawlinson clinches.

Rawlinson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.

Rawlinson closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.

Rawlinson stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Pastora to get to his feet.

Rawlinson closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Pastora did well to prevent Rawlinson getting side control.

Rawlinson is working for a submission of some sort.

The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Rawlinson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pastora doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Rawlinson.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Rawlinson seems to be looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pastora moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.

Rawlinson gets to his feet - Pastora follows without any prompting.
Gregg Pastora seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.

Rawlinson feints and as Pastora raises his hands in defense, Rawlinson changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.

Pastora working for a triangle but Rawlinson defends it easily.

Rawlinson gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pastora slips a jab and a cross from Rawlinson.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Rawlinson!
Rawlinson with a body punch. A glancing blow.

Rawlinson closes the distance and clinches.

Rawlinson breaks from the clinch.

Rawlinson takes the fight into the clinch.

Rawlinson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rawlinson scores with a head kick.

Rawlinson clinches.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

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

Rawlinson shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Pastora napping and manages to drive through into side control!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!

Rawlinson stands up.
A nice combination there by Rawlinson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Pastora tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Rawlinson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.

Rawlinson clinches up against the cage.

Rawlinson manages to break the clinch.
Rawlinson throws a series of strikes that have Pastora backpedaling.

Rawlinson moves into range and clinches up with Pastora.
Pastora tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.

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

Rawlinson drives through and clinches with Pastora against the cage.
Pastora fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Pastora fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Daz Rawlinson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gregg Pastora.

Rawlinson breaks from the clinch.
Pastora looks to clinch

and Rawlinson counters with a takedown into full mount! That could mean trouble for Pastora!
Pastora really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Pastora is breathing heavily.
Rawlinson lands with some strikes.

Rawlinson has control of Pastora's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Pastora regains control of the situation pretty easily.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Rawlinson get's back to his feet.
Pastora with a lazy takedown attempt

and Rawlinson counters with a takedown into full mount! That could mean trouble for Pastora!

Rawlinson has control of Pastora's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Pastora regains control of the situation pretty easily.

Rawlinson stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet.
Pastora throws a sloppy head kick and Rawlinson moves out of range easily.

Rawlinson gets in close and instigates a clinch.

Rawlinson gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Rawlinson forces his way into half guard.
Daz Rawlinson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.

Rawlinson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pastora is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rawlinson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Rawlinson is pressing down on Pastora's thigh, looking to free his foot. Pastora is holding on for now.

Rawlinson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Rawlinson is trying to control. Pastora wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Rawlinson connects with a nice short shot to Pastora's temple.
Rawlinson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Pastora manages to regain full guard. Nice work.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rawlinson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.

Rawlinson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pastora has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rawlinson has managed to get both his arms back between Pastora's legs - danger averted.
Rawlinson looking to sit in guard and control but Pastora gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.

Pastora is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Rawlinson is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Rawlinson has escaped and now he's on top!

Rawlinson gets to his feet. Pastora looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Rawlinson has Pastora up against the cage in a clinch.

Rawlinson lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.

Rawlinson decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
Pastora misses with a takedown

and Rawlinson counters into the clinch. Nicely done.

Rawlinson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rawlinson lands a two punch combo.
A nice combination there by Rawlinson.

Rawlinson moves into the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!

Rawlinson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Pastora on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.

Rawlinson decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Rawlinson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pastora can do to turn this around?

Rawlinson decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Pastora gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Rawlinson counters with a big head kick but Pastora shrugs it off.
Rawlinson throws a one two combo.

Pastora gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Rawlinson to score an easy takedown into full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Daz Rawlinson dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!

Rawlinson throws a series of strikes that have Pastora backpedaling.
Rawlinson uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Pastora has time to react.
Pastora misses with a takedown attempt

and Rawlinson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Pastora's guard.
Rawlinson slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.

Rawlinson has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Rawlinson lands a jab to the nose.
Rawlinson scores with a jab to the head.
Rawlinson's corner calls for a 1,2 combination and Rawlinson duly obliges.
Pastora takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Rawlinson lands a jab-cross combination.

Rawlinson has managed to clinch.
Pastora tries to pull guard but Rawlinson holds him up against the cage and eventually Pastora drops back down to his feet.

Rawlinson manages to break the clinch.
Daz Rawlinson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Rawlinson connects with a nice looking jab.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Rawlinson keeps Pastora at a distance using the push kick.
Rawlinson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Pastora takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.

Rawlinson has Pastora up against the cage in a clinch.
Rawlinson connects with a knee to the head.

It looks like Gregg Pastora has been cut.

Rawlinson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Rawlinson!

Rawlinson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.

Rawlinson has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Pastora regains guard immediately.
Pastora has momentary wrist control but Rawlinson slips an elbow through the middle.

Pastora had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rawlinson defends it easily.
Rawlinson working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Pastora's head.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Rawlinson gets to his feet. Pastora looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!

Rawlinson moves into range and clinches up with Pastora.

Rawlinson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rawlinson connects with a single shot there.

Rawlinson drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.

Rawlinson decides to stand back up.

Rawlinson decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.

Rawlinson stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Pastora to get to his feet.

Rawlinson gets a takedown into half guard.
Rawlinson is trying to control. Pastora wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Pastora missing with punches from the bottom.

Rawlinson 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.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pastora is looking for a sweep. Rawlinson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gregg Pastora has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

Rawlinson escapes and gets back to his feet.
Daz Rawlinson is winning the standup battle so far.
Rawlinson works over Pastora's head and body with a nice combination.

Rawlinson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Pastora, pushing him back against the cage.

Rawlinson has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Pastora clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Pastora is in bad spot here.
Pastora trying to control the position but Rawlinson manages to sink in the hooks.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Rawlinson landing with strikes.

Rawlinson is persistently looking for the submission but Pastora is defending it well.
Rawlinson lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Rawlinson.
Rawlinson controls the action.
Pastora manages to reverse the position and now he's in Rawlinson's guard. Nice work there by Pastora.
Daz Rawlinson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Rawlinson keeping full guard, as Pastora tries to pass.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Rawlinson manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!

And that's the end of the fight!
Daz Rawlinson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Rawlinson 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 William Gold scores the fight 30:25
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:25
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:25

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Daz Rawlinson!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
98%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Damian Penn (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and tyler jackman (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Penn's entrance music is Ain't no rest for the wicked.. A fine choice. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Penn
vs
jackman

185 cm
23
195 lbs
5 - 2 - 0

186 cm
19
186 lbs
3 - 5 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Brawler
Experienced

BJJ Blue Belt
Basic striking
Solid chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, Damian Penn!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 5 - 0, fighting out of London, tyler jackman!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, James Atkins and Steven Brown.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

jackman shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Oh and he's advanced to full mount straight away.
Penn tries to hold on but jackman pushes him away.
Penn slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.

Penn looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

Penn looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Penn wants to get back to full guard.
Penn is refusing to be controlled, as jackman sits in half guard.
jackman might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Penn kaven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Penn is trying is best to control the position here.

That's one minute gone in the round.
jackman wants to control but Penn is keeping him busy.

The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Penn misses with a takedown attempt
letting jackman counter with a right hand.
Penn has his takedown stuffed

and jackman counters with a takedown into full mount! That could mean trouble for Penn!
jackman looking to control but Penn is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Penn manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Penn is breathing heavily.
Penn is pressing down on jackman's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.

jackman avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Penn keeping moving, preventing jackman from controlling successfully.
jackman postures up.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Penn keeping full guard, as jackman tries to pass.
jackman won't allow Penn to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Penn strikes from his own guard.

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

The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Penn is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. jackman is aware though and is defending well.
Penn can't keep his opponent in guard - jackman advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Penn moves into full guard.
jackman wants to control from the top but Penn keeps moving.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
jackman wants to pass the guard but Penn is keeping the position.
jackman must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Penn is trying to control the position from the bottom.

Penn working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. jackman doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. jackman manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Penn controlling jackman's posture.
Penn is trying to control the position from the bottom.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.

Penn had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. jackman defends it easily.
jackman advances position into side control!
Penn is pushing jackman's head away, looking to escape. jackman manages to hold on to the position though.
Penn tries to buck jackman off but jackman is having none of it.
jackman working away.
jackman wants to stand but Penn has his arm trapped.
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 Damian Penn will probably get the nod.
That's time! Penn's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

No luck for jackman with that takedown attempt.

Penn looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Penn seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
jackman blocking the ground and pound attempt from Penn.

Penn is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

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

Penn is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so jackman is just riding it out for now. Penn eventually gives up the hold.

Penn wants to work for an arm triangle but jackman is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

That's one minute gone in the round.
jackman tries to get to full guard but Penn has control of the leg.

Penn is trying to work for a kimura but jackman is defending well.

Penn is working for a submission of some sort.
Penn not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.

Penn is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. jackman doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Penn.

Penn wants to work for an arm triangle but jackman is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Penn trying to control from half guard but jackman is working away.
Damian Penn overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.

Penn is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Penn is working for a kimura but jackman is defending it quite comfortably.
jackman trying to control from the bottom.

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

Penn seems to be working for a kimura but jackman defends the submission attempt.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
jackman looks like he's trying to stand up.
jackman is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

Penn in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. jackman tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Penn!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Damian Penn!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
41%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between John Hathaway (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Mikail Kushkov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). John Hathaway has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Hathaway
vs
Kushkov

188 cm
18
175 lbs
4 - 2 - 0

173 cm
22
170 lbs
2 - 1 - 0

BJJ Brown Belt
Basic striking
KO power

Good takedowns
Basic striking
Determined

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, John Hathaway!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Mikail Kushkov!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, Steven Brown and Richard Clark.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hathaway tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kushkov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hathaway somewhat.
Kushkov misses with a wild combination.
Kushkov misses with an uppercut. Hathaway saw that one coming.

Kushkov gets caught flat footed, as Hathaway shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.

Kushkov has his foot on Hathaway's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hathaway works his way back into a safe position though.
Hathaway wants to control from the top but Kushkov keeps moving.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!

Kushkov has his foot on Hathaway's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hathaway works his way back into a safe position though.
Kushkov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hathaway pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kushkov is keeping the position for now.

Kushkov is looking to sinch up a triangle. Hathaway throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Kushkov's body to avoid the submission. Kushkov has instead reached around Hathaway's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Kushkov arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mikail Kushkov!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
67%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Shane Carwin (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Brock Lesnar (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). I'm sure you'll be fascinated to know that I was talking to some pointless Z list celebrity before the fight and he thought that Brock Lesnar was going to win. Let's see if he was right.

Carwin
vs
Lesnar

188 cm
20
270 lbs
3 - 2 - 0

192 cm
22
265 lbs
7 - 2 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent boxer
Cuts easily

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Powerful

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 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, Shane Carwin!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 7 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, Brock Lesnar!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Richard Clark and William Gold.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lesnar shoots in for a takedown but Carwin shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Lesnar tries to clinch up but Carwin circles away and keeps his distance.
Carwin connects with a body shot.
Carwin scores with a one two! Lesnar had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Lesnar gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Carwin wants to clinch up but Lesnar keeps it at a distance.
Lesnar shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Carwin but Carwin pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Carwin lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Nice takedown defense from Carwin. No joy for Lesnar on that attempt.
Shane Carwin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brock Lesnar.
Carwin displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lesnar.
Lesnar fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Carwin tries to clinch up.
Lesnar throws a left and a right that both miss

and Carwin counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Carwin.
Lesnar looks gassed!
Lesnar goes for a takedown attempt but Carwin pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Carwin with a nice cross.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Carwin tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Carwin.
Carwin lands with a short shot to the head.
Lesnar is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Carwin working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Lesnar looking for a takedown.
Lesnar takes a shot to the head.
Carwin tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Lesnar avoids it.
Carwin lands a right hand.
Lesnar takes a shot to the head.
Carwin tries to break free but Lesnar pushes him back against the cage.
Carwin tries to break free but Lesnar pushes him back against the cage.
Carwin lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Carwin working hard to break the clinch.
Carwin wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Lesnar has him pressed against the cage.
Carwin pressing his opponent against the cage.
Carwin gets underhooks to prevent Lesnar's takedown attempt.
Carwin is looking to break free of the clinch but Lesnar has double underhooks.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Carwin is trying to break free.
Carwin slows down the pace here.
Lesnar is trying to break the clinch but Carwin has him pressed against the cage.
Carwin works on Lesnar's body with a couple of short punches.
Good body shot from Carwin.
Carwin lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Lesnar has Carwin pressed against the cage, preventing Carwin from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Carwin is leaning against Lesnar and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A short right from Carwin on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Carwin.
Come on Carwin - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Carwin wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Lesnar has him pressed against the cage.
Carwin looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.

Carwin manages to break the clinch.

Carwin gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Carwin throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Carwin stops a takedown attempt from Lesnar.
Carwin scores with a shot to the side of Lesnar's head.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Carwin.
Carwin is trying to force a seperation but Lesnar has the dominant position.
Carwin looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.

Carwin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.

Carwin clinches up with Lesnar and pushes him back against the cage.
Carwin is trying to break free.
Carwin is looking to break free of the clinch but Lesnar has double underhooks.
Carwin lands a shot to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Carwin.
Lesnar is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Carwin pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Carwin will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Lesnar up against the cage.
Carwin wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A short uppercut from Carwin.
The referee is keeping an eye on Carwin - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Lesnar keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Carwin's efforts to push away.
Carwin wants to break free but Lesnar has control.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Lesnar pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Carwin lands with a shot to the body.
Carwin tries to clinch there but Lesnar circles away.
Jab by Lesnar.

Carwin moves into the clinch successfully.
Carwin stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Lesnar has Carwin pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Carwin manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Carwin lands a nice uppercut.

Lesnar pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Carwin misses with a jab, cross combination.
Carwin moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Shane Carwin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lesnar swats away the attempt to clinch by Carwin.
A head kick misses from Lesnar.

Carwin gets in close and instigates a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shane Carwin dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!

Lesnar keeps the fight on the outside.

Carwin gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Carwin presses Lesnar against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A frustrated look appears on Carwin's face as he tries to break the clinch.

Lesnar breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Lesnar.
Carwin scores with a hook to the body. Lesnar takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lesnar tries to clinch but Carwin is having none of it.
Lesnar takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Carwin fails in his attempt to clinch.

Carwin has closed the distance and engaged Lesnar in a clinch.
Carwin can't break the clinch.
Carwin has had enough of the clinch but Lesnar keeps him there for the moment.
Lesnar looking for a takedown.
Carwin trying to stall but Lesnar improves his position.

Carwin breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Lesnar scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Carwin is trying to stand.
Lesnar throwing shots but Carwin is blocking nicely.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Lesnar stalling away here and it's allowed Carwin to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Lesnar prevents Carwin from getting back to his feet.
Lesnar loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Lesnar stops Carwin from standing up.

It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Carwin fails with an attempt to clinch.
Brock Lesnar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lesnar with a lazy takedown attempt
and Carwin counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Shane Carwin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brock Lesnar.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lesnar takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Carwin jabs Lesnar right on the nose. Lesnar blinks but takes it well.
Lesnar shoots in for a takedown but Carwin shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.

Lesnar shoots in and bounces Carwin off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Carwin is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.

Carwin pushes Lesnar off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Shane Carwin is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Carwin throws a shot to the body.
Lesnar throws an overhand right that lands on Carwin's shoulder, as Carwin tries to avoid the shot.

Lesnar shoots in and bounces Carwin off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Carwin wants to stand but Lesnar is controlling the position.
Lesnar wants to control from the top but Carwin keeps moving.

Carwin pushes Lesnar off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Lesnar fails with a takedown attempt from distance.

Carwin has managed to clinch.
Carwin swings away with an uppercut that misses.

Lesnar breaks from the clinch.
Carwin defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lesnar.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lesnar throws a shot from downtown. Carwin moves away and avoids it.

Carwin gets a clinch.
Carwin gets underhooks to prevent Lesnar's takedown attempt.
Lesnar drops down looking for an ankle pick but Carwin pulls his leg out and moves away.
Carwin tries to clinch but Lesnar moves away

so Lesnar counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Carwin wants to stand up but Lesnar is controlling him.
Lesnar wants to control from the top but Carwin keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Carwin wants to stand and escape but Lesnar is having none of it.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lesnar trying to control the position from guard on top but Carwin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Carwin is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Lesnar is controlling him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brock Lesnar showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Carwin's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!

Carwin keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.

Carwin closes the distance and clinches.
Lesnar drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lesnar drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Carwin gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Shane Carwin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brock Lesnar.
Carwin tries to break the clinch but Lesnar is controlling the position.
Carwin wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lesnar goes for a takedown attempt but Carwin pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Lesnar takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lesnar looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Good shot there by Carwin.
Carwin keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Carwin tries to clinch but Lesnar is having none of it.
Carwin lands a two punch combo.
Carwin tries to clinch up.
Lesnar swats away the attempt to clinch by Carwin.
Carwin throws a shot to the body.
Lesnar changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Carwin tries to avoid it but Lesnar manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Carwin to the ground. Carwin escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Carwin fails with an attempt to clinch.

Carwin drives through and clinches with Lesnar against the cage.
A short right from Carwin.
Carwin working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Carwin lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Carwin wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Carwin has Lesnar pressed against the cage, preventing Lesnar from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Lesnar wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Carwin tries to break free but Lesnar pushes him back against the cage.
Lesnar keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Carwin's efforts to push away.

Lesnar has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Carwin is trying to keep an underhook but Lesnar manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Lesnar is looking to pass Carwin's guard but actually Carwin recovers to full guard.

Carwin uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Lesnar throws a combination that misses
and Carwin counters with a stiff right hand.
Lesnar fails with a takedown attempt.
Good standup being displayed there by Carwin as he connects with a hook.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lesnar takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Lesnar swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Carwin makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Carwin tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Carwin tries to clinch but Lesnar is having none of it.
Lesnar takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Carwin is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Carwin stuffs the takedown attempt from Lesnar. Lesnar gets slowly back to his feet.
Lesnar tries for a takedown but Carwin circles away easily
and Carwin makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Carwin scores with a three punch combo!
Lesnar fails with the takedown
and Carwin counters with a left and a right that stings Lesnar.

Lesnar fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Carwin sprawls well initially but Lesnar persists and gets the takedown into half guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lesnar wants to take a breather but Carwin is having none of it.
Lesnar is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Well, if Lesnar is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Carwin is looking to escape.
Lesnar thows a huge punch but Carwin dodges it nicely.
Lesnar seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Carwin wants to get back to his feet.
Lesnar frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Lesnar trying to control but Carwin is having none of it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shane Carwin!

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FIGHT
RATING
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Co-main event

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Daniel Masajada (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Omar Makhdoom (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Makhdoom has chosen The Rocky Theme as his entrance music. These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.

Masajada
vs
Makhdoom

179 cm
21
180 lbs
6 - 3 - 0

186 cm
24
180 lbs
6 - 3 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Good chin

BJJ Purple Belt
Decent boxing
Powerful

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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 6 - 3 - 0, fighting out of London, Daniel Masajada!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 6 - 3 - 0, fighting out of London, Omar Makhdoom!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, Steven Brown and James Glass.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
No joy there for Makhdoom, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Makhdoom scores with a hook to the body. Masajada takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Makhdoom stuns Masajada with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Makhdoom rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Masajada moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Makhdoom closes this distance looking for a takedown but Masajada circles away.
Makhdoom tries a head kick but it misses.
Makhdoom takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Masajada takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Makhdoom misses with a wild combination.
Makhdoom moves out of range as Masajada strikes.
Masajada goes for a high kick. It partially lands.

It looks like Omar Makhdoom has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Makhdoom throws out a loose jab but Masajada uses good head movement to avoid it.
Makhdoom is looking to chop away at Masajada's legs.
Masajada loads up on a big right hand but Makhdoom slips the punch.
Makhdoom fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Makhdoom blocks the body kick.
Masajada throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Makhdoom.
Masajada misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Makhdoom connects with a solid leg kick.
Masajada checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Makhdoom takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Makhdoom keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Masajada blocks a head kick by Makhdoom.
Masajada scoring well with a low kick there.
Makhdoom looks gassed!
A punch lands to the side of Masajada 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Makhdoom shoots in for a double leg but Masajada sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Masajada throws a push kick but Makhdoom slaps the foot to one side.
Masajada will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Makhdoom.
Daniel Masajada has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Omar Makhdoom.
Makhdoom looks to throw the jab but Masajada is out of range.
Masajada throws the kick towards the body but Makhdoom avoids it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Makhdoom.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Makhdoom.
Masajada plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Masajada pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Masajada showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Makhdoom.
Makhdoom thows a body shot but no joy.
Masajada throws a body kick that misses.
Masajada lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Makhdoom backs up against the cage.
Masajada is looking to score with low kicks.
Masajada tries a low kick but Makhdoom avoids it.
Masajada misses with the combination.
Masajada blocks the body kick.
Masajada takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Omar Makhdoom seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Masajada misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Makhdoom slips under a jab.
Makhdoom ducks under a wild hook from Masajada.
Makhdoom has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
The fighters circle momentarily. Makhdoom darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.

Makhdoom closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Masajada to the mat! Masajada manages to get full guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Masajada is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Masajada is adopting a defensive guard.
Makhdoom pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Masajada is keeping the position for now.
Makhdoom wants to control from the top but Masajada keeps moving.
Masajada is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Makhdoom is controlling him.
Makhdoom passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Masajada manages to work his way to half guard, despite Makhdoom's best efforts.
Masajada knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Makhdoom on the ground.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Makhdoom perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Makhdoom trying to mount his opponent but Masajada defends it.
Makhdoom trying to control from half guard but Masajada is working away.
Masajada trying to hold on to Makhdoom's head to control him but Makhdoom postures up.
Makhdoom is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Makhdoom postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Masajada controlling the position.
Masajada looking to control.
Makhdoom trying to control but Masajada is working from the bottom.

It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Masajada lands with a nice body kick.
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 Daniel Masajada will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Omar Makhdoom's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!

Makhdoom throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Masajada counters with a solid body kick.
Makhdoom tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Masajada was well out of range. Poor timing from Makhdoom.
Masajada on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Masajada throws a left and a right that both miss
and Makhdoom counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Masajada throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A low kick from Makhdoom misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Masajada. Makhdoom shrugs it off though.
Masajada explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Masajada throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Masajada fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Makhdoom.
Masajada throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Makhdoom lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Masajada throws a wild body kick that Makhdoom sees coming a mile off.
Makhdoom keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Makhdoom blocks a head kick by Masajada.
Masajada connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Masajada lands with a shot to the body.
Masajada pulls out of a head kick attempt.

That's one minute gone in the round.
A left and a right from Makhdoom both land. Nice combination.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Masajada.
Daniel Masajada is winning the standup battle so far.
Masajada throws a front kick that sends Makhdoom stumbling back into the cage.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Makhdoom is defended easily by Masajada.
Masajada looks to land a body kick but Makhdoom moved away.
Nice takedown defense from Masajada. No joy for Makhdoom on that attempt.
Masajada looks for the body kick but Makhdoom saw that one coming.
Makhdoom throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Makhdoom. Masajada does a little dance to reset his feet.
Masajada pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Masajada tries a head kick but it misses.
A combination from Masajada does no damage.
Makhdoom throws a combination that misses
and Masajada counters with a good low kick that Makhdoom was not able to check.
Masajada throws a head kick that Makhdoom semi-blocks.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Masajada misses with an attempted mid kick.

Makhdoom gets the takedown into side control.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Makhdoom prevents Masajada from escaping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Makhdoom is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Masajada has escaped the position, nice work there.
Makhdoom working away.
Makhdoom tries to score with some ground and pound. Masajada controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Makhdoom landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Makhdoom working the ground and pound.
Makhdoom tries to advance to mount but Masajada denies him.
Makhdoom trying to control the action but Masajada is working from the bottom.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Masajada - that will leave a mark!
Masajada throws a right hand that Makhdoom ducks under and follows up with a left that Makhdoom also avoids with ease.
Masajada lets loose with a powerful body kick. Makhdoom will feel that in the morning.
Masajada falls off balance throwing a combination
and Makhdoom counters with a two punch combo.
Masajada will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Daniel Masajada is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Masajada checks a leg kick.
Masajada misses with the combination.
Makhdoom connects with a looping right hand.
Makhdoom swinging wildly here.
A big left from Masajada misses.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Makhdoom throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Makhdoom misses with a shot to the body
and Masajada counters with a nice low kick that buckles Makhdoom's knee momentarily.
Makhdoom slips a jab from Masajada.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Masajada, right into the meat.
A low kick from Makhdoom misses
and Masajada counters with a left and a right that stings Makhdoom.
Masajada throws a hook but Makhdoom blocks it.
Makhdoom lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Masajada misses with an attempted mid kick.
Masajada is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Makhdoom's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Masajada throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Makhdoom's head.
Daniel Masajada is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Masajada moves out of range of the body kick.
Masajada defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Makhdoom.
Daniel Masajada has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Omar Makhdoom.
A big left from Masajada misses.
Masajada throws a half hearted mid kick.
Makhdoom lands a right hook to the body.
Makhdoom takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Makhdoom lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Masajada at a distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Daniel Masajada dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Omar Makhdoom's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!

Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Masajada.
Masajada misses with a kick to the body.
Masajada goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.

Makhdoom shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Makhdoom not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Masajada wants to improve his position but Makhdoom is controlling well.
Masajada taking some punishment here, with Makhdoom in his half guard.
Still in half guard, Makhdoom seems content to control.
Makhdoom prevents Masajada from standing back up.
Makhdoom keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Masajada wants to get back to his feet.
Makhdoom landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Makhdoom wants to pass to mount but Masajada is defending the position.
Makhdoom is keen to just control but Masajada is a slippery customer.
Makhdoom has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Makhdoom trying to control from Masajada's half guard. Masajada has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Masajada is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Masajada gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Makhdoom counters with a nice uppercut.
Masajada throws a big shot that misses.
Makhdoom misses with a leg kick.
Makhdoom throws a head kick that Masajada semi-blocks.
Masajada throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Masajada misses with a double jab.
Masajada throws a hard body shot but it just misses.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Makhdoom shoots for a double leg takedown but Masajada sprawls well. He's pushed Makhdoom's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Masajada lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Makhdoom dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Makhdoom will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Masajada closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Makhdoom throws out a leg kick but Masajada moves out of range and Makhdoom only half commits.
Masajada throws a hook but Makhdoom blocks it.
Masajada misses with a double jab.
Makhdoom looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Makhdoom thows a body shot but no joy.
Masajada scoring well with a low kick there.
Masajada throws a series of punches but Makhdoom moves out of range.
Makhdoom keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Masajada misses with a low kick as Makhdoom jumps back.
Makhdoom throws a head kick but Masajada moves out of range.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Makhdoom looks to land a combination but Masajada avoids it well.
Masajada throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Masajada scores with a kick to the body.
Masajada takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Masajada ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Makhdoom throws a leg kick
and Masajada counters with a series of strikes. Makhdoom will be more careful next time no doubt.
Makhdoom thows a leg kick but Masajada checks it
and Masajada counters with a head kick. That will keep Makhdoom thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Omar Makhdoom has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Makhdoom connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Masajada momentarily.
Masajada misses with a wild combination.
Makhdoom wants to land a leg kick but Masajada is out of range.
Makhdoom blocks the body kick.
Makhdoom shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Makhdoom thows a leg kick but Masajada checks it
and Masajada counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Masajada chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Makhdoom fails to land the takedown.
Daniel Masajada has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Omar Makhdoom.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Masajada lands with a shot to the body.
A punch combination from Masajada misses.
Masajada misses with a jab, cross combination.
Makhdoom ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Makhdoom has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Masajada.
Makhdoom looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Masajada misses with a body kick.
Makhdoom's corner calls for a 1,2 combination and Makhdoom duly obliges.
Masajada thows a body kick. Makhdoom tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Masajada throws a leg kick which misses Makhdoom's front leg but catches the back leg as Makhdoom tries to avoid it.
Makhdoom lands a nice looking body shot.
Masajada misses with a few strikes there.
Makhdoom throws a chopping leg kick but Masajada manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Makhdoom shoots in but Masajada avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Daniel Masajada is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Masajada lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Masajada.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Omar Makhdoom.
I think Masajada has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Daniel Masajada!

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pop
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mgr
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FIGHT
RATING
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Richard Rogers (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Gray Hunter (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Hunter has chosen Bon Jovi - Blaze of Glory as his entrance music. These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.

Rogers
vs
Hunter

200 cm
19
200 lbs
6 - 2 - 0

186 cm
23
219 lbs
6 - 1 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid boxing
KO power

BJJ Purple Belt
Decent boxing
Powerful

Control Nutrition
Fight Club Clothing Helsinki™

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 6 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, Richard Rogers!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 6 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Gray Hunter!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Andrew Berry and James Glass.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
No joy there for Rogers, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Rogers throws a right hand that Hunter ducks under and follows up with a left that Hunter also avoids with ease.
A punch combination from Rogers misses.
Rogers throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Hunter blocks a leg kick.
Rogers misses with a low kick.
Rogers swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Hunter jabs Rogers right on the nose. Rogers blinks but takes it well.
Rogers throws a low kick but Hunter avoids it.
Richard Rogers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rogers throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hunter.
Hunter just misses with a punch to the body.
Rogers missing with a left hand there. Hunter was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hunter misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Rogers throws a left and a right that both miss
and Hunter counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Rogers has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Hunter finds it's way round the side to connect with Rogers's head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hunter slips a jab and a cross from Rogers.

Hunter shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Rogers is trying to defend but Hunter finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.

Rogers is rocked!
Rogers is breathing heavily.
Hunter not doing much here.
Oh Rogers is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!

That's one minute gone in the round.
Hunter works his way into side control.
Rogers seems to have got his legs back now.

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

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

Hunter tries for a kimura but Rogers is defending well.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Hunter working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.

Hunter goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Rogers rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Hunter's guard! Nice work there by Rogers!
Rogers preventing the sweep.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hunter wants to control but Rogers passes easily into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hunter is trying to get back to full guard.

Hunter actively working from the bottom here.
Rogers wants to get back to his feet.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Hunter trying to control but Rogers postures up.
Rogers will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rogers tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Rogers trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.

It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Rogers steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hunter.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Rogers throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hunter.

Hunter drives through with a takedown into guard.
Hunter is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hunter advances to half guard.

Hunter is looking for a kimura but Rogers is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hunter to get the leverage.
Hunter is trying to control the action in half guard but Rogers is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hunter looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hunter wants to advance to full mount but Rogers doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Rogers is trying to keep Hunter in close.
Hunter wants to control from the top but Rogers keeps moving.

Hunter drops back, looking for a kneebar! Rogers looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Rogers looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Rogers!
Hunter is breathing heavily.
Hunter gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.

Rogers decides to stand and escape the position.
Richard Rogers is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rogers swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Rogers throws a hook but Hunter blocks it.
Rogers attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Rogers swinging wildly here.
Rogers throws an overhand right that lands on Hunter's shoulder, as Hunter tries to avoid the shot.
Nice sprawl there from Rogers as Hunter shoots in.
Hunter throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rogers sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rogers throws a shot from downtown. Hunter moves away and avoids it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rogers falls off balance throwing a combination
and Hunter counters with a left to the body.
Rogers misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hunter checks a leg kick nicely.
Rogers slips under a jab from Hunter.
Hunter throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Rogers.
Hunter displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rogers throws out the jab.
A right-left combo lands from Rogers.
Rogers walks into a straight right hand from Hunter.
Rogers avoids the body shot from Hunter.
Hunter misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rogers.
Rogers looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.

Hunter closes the distance and clinches.
Hunter lands a body shot.
Rogers is trying to break free.
Come on Hunter - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.

Rogers pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
No joy there for Rogers, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Hunter shoots in for a takedown but Rogers shows good takedown defense.

Hunter shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hunter trying to control the action but Rogers is working from the bottom.
Rogers wants to control but Hunter is keeping busy.
Hunter moves nicely into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gray Hunter showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.

Rogers misses with a double jab

so Hunter counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.

Hunter postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Rogers is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Hunter, into his guard.

Hunter is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Rogers would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Hunter takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Hunter is trying to hold Rogers in close to prevent damage but Rogers has managed to pass into half guard.
Hunter tries to roll over but Rogers keeps him under control.
Hunter moves into full guard.
Hunter trying to keep a closed guard but Rogers is proving a slippery customer.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Rogers wants to stand but Hunter is controlling his posture from full guard.
Hunter has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Rogers has passed into side control.
Hunter manages to work his way to half guard, despite Rogers's best efforts.

Hunter looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hunter wants to improve his position but Rogers is controlling well.
Rogers seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Hunter wants to control but Rogers is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hunter tries to roll over but Rogers keeps him under control.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Rogers seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.

It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Rogers ducks under a wild hook from Hunter.
Rogers throws a combination that misses

and Hunter decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Rogers's guard.

Hunter is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Rogers is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Rogers has escaped and now he's on top!
Rogers would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Rogers throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped

and Hunter counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Hunter is working Rogers over against the cage.
Hunter stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Hunter lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Hunter tries for a takedown but Rogers manages to get underhooks.
Rogers stops a takedown attempt from Hunter.
Hunter lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rogers backwards.
Hunter is struggling to control the position.
Rogers has had enough of the clinch but Hunter keeps him there for the moment.

Rogers breaks the clinch.
A nice combination there by Rogers.
Rogers throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Hunter scores with a crisp jab that stopped Rogers in his tracks.
Richard Rogers is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hunter lands with a shot to the body.
Hunter misses with a body shot.
Hunter throws a nice looking combination but Rogers bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Hunter throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rogers falls off balance throwing a combination

and Hunter counters by moving into the clinch.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Hunter is stalling here.
Rogers wants to break free but Hunter has control.
Hunter misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A frustrated look appears on Rogers's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Hunter.
Hunter has Rogers pressed against the cage, preventing Rogers from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Rogers wants to break free but Hunter has control.
Hunter lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Rogers or not.
Hunter goes for a takedown in the clinch but Rogers prevents it.
Richard Rogers has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gray Hunter.
Hunter scores with a hook to the body.
Hunter prevents Rogers from breaking the clinch.

Rogers breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
No joy there for Rogers, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Rogers lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hunter circles away quickly and effectively.
Hunter misses with a two punch combination.
Rogers swings wildly with a couple of big hooks

so Hunter counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Hunter stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rogers swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hunter passes Rogers's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rogers won't allow Hunter to pass to mount.
Rogers wants to get back to his feet.
Hunter is keen to just control but Rogers is a slippery customer.

Hunter is working for a submission of some sort.
Hunter is pressing down on Rogers's thigh, looking to free his foot. Rogers is holding on for now.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hunter is keen to just control but Rogers is a slippery customer.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Hunter throws a body punch but Rogers moves out of range.
Hunter moves away from the strike by Rogers.
Hunter has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Rogers attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Rogers thumps Hunter with a low kick.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Rogers misses with a few strikes there.
Gray Hunter seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rogers falls off balance throwing a combination
and Hunter counters with a series of strikes. Rogers will be more careful next time no doubt.
Rogers throws a combination that misses
letting Hunter counter with a right hand.
Rogers throws a combination that misses
and Hunter counters with a nice uppercut.
Hunter throws a head kick that misses.
Rogers jabs at Hunter's body.
Rogers throws a leg kick that is checked

and Hunter counters by moving into the clinch.
A short left from Hunter.
Rogers is trying to break the clinch but Hunter is controlling him.

Rogers breaks the clinch.

Hunter feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.

Hunter thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Hunter trying to control but Rogers is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gray Hunter dominated that fourth round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!

Rogers fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A punch combination from Rogers misses.
Hunter fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.

Hunter shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Hunter keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Let's hope that Hunter has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - an gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Hunter seems to be looking for submissions.
Rogers is staying active underneath Hunter, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hunter is taking a breather. Rogers says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.

Hunter is looking for a kimura but Rogers is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hunter to get the leverage.
Hunter wants to pass to mount but Rogers is defending the position.
Richard Rogers has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Rogers throws a nice outside leg kick.
Rogers misses with a jab, cross combination.
Hunter checks a low kick from Rogers.
Rogers wants to slow Hunter down by chopping away at his legs.
Hunter shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rogers misses with a double jab

and Hunter counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Rogers has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Rogers can't find room to land a body shot as Hunter controls the action.
Rogers tries to break free but Hunter pushes him back against the cage.

Hunter turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!

Hunter is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Rogers is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Rogers can't do much from the bottom here.

Hunter goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Rogers rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Hunter's guard! Nice work there by Rogers!

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Rogers gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Gray Hunter is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Rogers.
Hunter throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rogers lands a jab-cross combination.

It looks like Gray Hunter has been cut.
Rogers fails to land with a series of punches.
Rogers fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Hunter is out of range.
Rogers misses with a series of wild punches.
Rogers takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Rogers has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Hunter finds it's way round the side to connect with Rogers's head.
Some wild striking there from Rogers.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Gray Hunter.
Well Hunter has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 45:50
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 45:50
Judge James Glass scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gray Hunter!
Gray Hunter is the new light heavyweight champion!