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TTFC Lester Vs Donzel PPV PBP Commentary |
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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Frankie Pep (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kevin Bishop (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Pep comes into the arena with Iron Theme Song (Here Comes The Boom - Nelly) blaring out of the sound system. Both fighters really staring each other down here, as Kevin Bishop enters the cage!
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145 lbs
35 - 21 - 0 |
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149 lbs
17 - 10 - 1 |
Good wrestling
World class boxer
Insanely flexible |
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Olympic wrestler
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
35 - 21 - 0, fighting out of New York, Frankie Pep!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
17 - 10 - 1, fighting out of Hilo, Kevin Bishop!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, Chad Campbell and Lou da Vinci.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pep fails in his attempt to clinch.
Pep tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Pep fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bishop has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Pep misses with a double jab
and Bishop counters with a takedown into side control.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Bishop working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Bishop in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Bishop prevents Pep from escaping the position.
Bishop is looking to take a break and control but Pep is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Pep is pushing Bishop's head away, looking to escape. Bishop manages to hold on to the position though.
Bishop working the ground and pound but Pep is defending the strikes.
Pep is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at MMA Warrior (1000$ / 15 Elite Coaches) that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Pep bucks up and tries to throw Bishop off but instead Bishop has got his back!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pep wants to get back to his feet.
Bishop trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Pep doesn't escape.
Pep is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bishop connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Pep to escape the position.
Bishop throwing wild punches that miss their target.
Pep wants to get back to his feet.
Bishop throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage.
Pep is trying to stand back up.
Bishop trying to control.
Bishop lands a punch to the side of the head from the back.
Pep holding both Bishop 's hands and preventing any damage.
Bishop has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Pep staying busy and making it hard for Bishop to control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pep grimaces as he takes a shot to the body.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pep is covering up but some of the strikes from Bishop are getting through and doing damage.
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!
Pep takes a big shot to the side of the head.
Pep is trying to get back to his feet but Bishop has full control of the position and if anything, Pep has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Bishop struggling to land strikes to the head as Pep covers up.
Pep has the hand control, trying to stop the rear naked choke.
Bishop is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Even with his hooks in, Bishop manages to miss with strikes from the back.
Pep takes a big shot to the side of the head.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bishop punches the canvas rather than the man.
Pep trying to get back to his feet but Bishop is in full control for now.
Will Bishop go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Pep wants to get back to his feet.
Bishop scores with punches and elbows.
Pep holding both Bishop 's hands and preventing any damage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bishop trying to control momentarily.
Bishop connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Pep to escape the position.
Pep looking to stop the rear naked choke attempt by controlling the hands.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bishop scores with punches from the back.
Pep takes a big shot to the side of the head.
Pep holding both Bishop 's hands and preventing any damage.
Pep takes a big shot to the side of the head.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Good control from Bishop.
Bishop missing with punches from the back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kevin Bishop dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Pep throws a leg kick
and Bishop counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Pep is refusing to be controlled, as Bishop sits in half guard.
Pep keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Bishop wants to take a breather but Pep is having none of it.
Bishop is nestled in close to Pep, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Pep wants to get back to his feet.
Kevin Bishop has got the better of the ground game so far.
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. Bishop connects with a nice short shot to Pep's temple.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pep is trying to stand.
Pep taking some punishment here, with Bishop in his half guard.
Bishop missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Bishop controlling the action here.
Bishop trying to mount his opponent but Pep defends it.
Bishop prevents Pep from standing back up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Pep is staying active underneath Bishop, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
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. Bishop connects with a nice short shot to Pep's temple.
Bishop seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Pep pushes Bishop off looking to stand but Bishop dives back in and keeps control.
Bishop wants to take a breather but Pep is having none of it.
Bishop stops Pep from getting back to his feet.
Bishop throwing shots but Pep is blocking nicely.
Pep on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Pep is trying to stand.
Bishop tries to pass to full mount but Pep defends it.
Pep tries to kick Bishop off but Bishop keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pep has hold of Bishop's hands but Bishop slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Bishop sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Pep defending well though.
Bishop is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bishop thows a huge punch but Pep dodges it nicely.
Pep pushes Bishop off looking to stand but Bishop dives back in and keeps control.
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. Bishop connects with a nice short shot to Pep's temple.
Bishop is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Bishop seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Pep is refusing to be controlled, as Bishop sits in half guard.
Pep tries to kick Bishop off but Bishop keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Bishop seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Pep does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Bishop stalling.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pep won't allow Bishop to pass to mount.
The ref calls for a clean break and stands the fighters back up. Kevin Bishop wasn't active enough on the ground.
Pep looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Frankie Pep seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pep throws a push kick but Bishop slaps the foot to one side.
Bishop goes for a double leg but Pep avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Pep continues to drive forward.
Bishop has Pep pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Pep manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Pep tries to throw a body punch but Bishop avoids it by throwing Pep back against the cage.
Pep breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A punch combination from Pep misses.
Bishop avoids the body shot from Pep.
Bishop lands a nice hook to Pep's body. Pep takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bishop slips a straight right by Pep.
Bishop takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bishop fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Pep on the side of the head.
Bishop takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Pep throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bishop counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A slow jab from Pep misses its intended target.
Pep buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Pep stalks Bishop and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Bishop's face. Bishop staggers backwards, shaken.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pep looks to clinch
and Bishop counters with a nice single leg takedown and he's in Pep's guard now.
Pep is looking to stand up but Bishop isn't so interested in that idea.
Bishop loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Bishop trying to control the position from guard on top but Pep is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bishop is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Bishop prevents Pep from getting back to his feet.
Bishop showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Kevin Bishop.
Pep throws a leg kick
and Bishop counters with a nice uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kevin Bishop 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. This is the final round!
Bishop throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Pep stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Pep tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Bishop counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Pep is trying to stand.
Bishop throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Pep tries to kick Bishop off but Bishop keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Pep blocking the ground and pound attempt from Bishop.
Bishop missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Bishop takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Ground and pound from Bishop.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bishop sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Pep defending well though.
Pep tries to kick Bishop off but Bishop keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Bishop is looking to take a break and control but Pep is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Pep tries to kick Bishop off but Bishop keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bishop is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Pep wants to get back to his feet.
Bishop trying to mount his opponent but Pep defends it.
Bishop working over Pep with some ground and pound. Pep looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Bishop is trying to control the action in half guard but Pep is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Pep looks like he's trying to stand up.
Bishop not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Pep pushes Bishop off looking to stand but Bishop dives back in and keeps control.
Bishop thows a huge punch but Pep dodges it nicely.
Bishop content to control rather than advance.
Pep is looking to escape.
Bishop thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Bishop winds up and cracks Pep with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bishop working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Bishop prevents Pep from standing back up.
Bishop lands with a punch from half guard.
Frankie Pep has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bishop keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Bishop is keen to just control but Pep is a slippery customer.
Pep looks like he's trying to stand up.
Bishop lands with a punch from half guard.
Bishop stops Pep from getting back to his feet.
Bishop not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Pep looks like he's trying to stand up.
Pep avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Bishop.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pep is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Bishop scores with a couple of nice shots.
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. Bishop connects with a nice short shot to Pep's temple.
Bishop stops Pep from getting back to his feet.
Nice strikes from Bishop there.
Bishop sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Bishop lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Bishop trying to mount his opponent but Pep defends it.
Pep wants to get back to his feet.
Bishop has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pep is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bishop pulls his head out easily.
Bishop working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bishop missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Pep tries to kick Bishop off but Bishop keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Bishop wants to control but Pep is keeping him busy.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bishop thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Bishop is nestled in close to Pep, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Bishop trying to control the pace.
Bishop seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Bishop missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Bishop not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Bishop prevents Pep from standing back up.
Pep on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Pep misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Bishop scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kevin Bishop comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bishop winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kevin Bishop!
Kevin Bishop was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Eric Laak (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kevin Garnett (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Laak comes to the cage accompanied by Pain - Shut your mouth. I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!
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193 lbs
21 - 11 - 0 |
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182 lbs
27 - 14 - 2 |
Good wrestling
World class boxer
Insanely flexible |
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World class MT
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
21 - 11 - 0, fighting out of New York, Eric Laak!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
27 - 14 - 2, fighting out of Helsinki, Kevin Garnett!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, Reed Andrews and Bruno Lombardi.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Laak comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Garnett throws a shot from downtown. Laak moves away and avoids it.
Laak's jab looks to have found its range, popping Garnett under the eye.
Laak ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Laak looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Garnett throws a head kick that misses.
Garnett blocks a head kick by Laak.
This has been an exciting period of action!
No joy there for Laak, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Laak checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Laak throws a leg kick which misses Garnett's front leg but catches the back leg as Garnett tries to avoid it.
Garnett scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Laak doesn't seem bothered though.
Laak misses the jab.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Garnett dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Laak. That did some damage!
A telegraphed right hand from Garnett misses the target.
Laak connects with a high kick.
Garnett moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Garnett takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Garnett throws a body kick that misses.
Garnett throws an off balance right hand
and Laak connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Garnett moves into range and connects with a jab.
It looks like Eric Laak has been cut.
Laak staying out of range there.
Laak avoids the body shot from Garnett.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Garnett comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Garnett thows a leg kick but Laak checks it
and Laak counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Garnett works the jab nicely.
Garnett throws a solid leg kick but Laak takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Garnett.
Garnett tries a head kick but it misses.
Laak misses with a kick to the body.
Laak jabs Garnett to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Garnett misses with a low kick as Laak jumps back.
Garnett misses with a low kick.
Garnett throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A looping hook to the body misses from Laak. Garnett does a little dance to reset his feet.
Garnett looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Garnett misses with a straight right.
Garnett misses the shot to the body.
Laak slips a jab from Garnett.
Garnett thumps Laak with a low kick.
Garnett chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Laak throws a sloppy head kick
and Garnett counters with a leg kick.
Laak misses with an attempted mid kick.
Garnett scoring well with a low kick there.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Laak throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Laak ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A punch combination from Laak misses.
Garnett pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Garnett connects with a looping right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Garnett dips to his left and cracks Laak with an uppercut!
A swing and a miss from Laak.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Garnett takes one to the chin there.
Laak takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Laak slips under a jab from Garnett.
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 Eric Laak will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Eric Laak'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.
Laak throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Laak is looking to chop away at Garnett's legs.
Laak bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Garnett throws a leg kick but Laak moved away.
Garnett thows a left - swing and a miss!
Laak looks to land a left hand but Garnett moved out of range nicely.
Garnett lands a right hook to the body.
Garnett paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Garnett ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Laak moves away.
Laak looks to land a right hand but Garnett moved out of range.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Laak moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Garnett checks a leg kick.
Kevin Garnett seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Laak blocks a jab.
Garnett lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Garnett scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Garnett throws a nice inside leg kick.
Laak stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Garnett.
Laak moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Garnett buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Garnett throws a nice inside leg kick.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Laak dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Garnett. That did some damage!
Laak throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Laak throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Garnett counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Laak on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Garnett. Garnett obviously looking to wear him down.
Laak throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Garnett jabs at Laak's body.
Garnett looks to score with a jab to the body but Laak is just out of range.
Garnett thuds a left hand into Laak's body.
Garnett walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Laak checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Laak throws a leg kick which misses Garnett's front leg but catches the back leg as Garnett tries to avoid it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Garnett lands with a kick to the temple. Laak shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Garnett takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Garnett lands with a kick to the temple. Laak shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Laak is rocked!
Laak on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
The fighters circling - Garnett throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Laak tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A good leg kick by Garnett.
Crunch! Laak slams his shin into Garnett's torso.
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!
Garnett dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Laak. That did some damage!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Laak cracks Garnett with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Laak drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Garnett misses with a low kick.
Kevin Garnett seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Garnett throws a low kick but Laak moves out of range easily.
Laak is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A combination from Laak does no damage.
Laak loads up on a big right hand but Garnett slips the punch.
Laak scores with a nice head shot.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Laak avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A slow jab from Garnett misses its intended target.
Garnett tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Laak was well out of range. Poor timing from Garnett.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kevin Garnett showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Eric Laak's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
Laak moves away from the strike by Garnett.
Garnett fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Garnett slips a straight right by Laak.
Laak misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Garnett throws a leg kick
and Laak counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Garnett darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Garnett lands a nice hook to Laak's body. Laak takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Garnett lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Nice straight punches there by Garnett. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Garnett.
Laak uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Garnett.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Garnett tries a low kick but Laak avoids it.
Garnett looks for the body kick but Laak saw that one coming.
Laak misses with a head kick.
Laak catches Garnett with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A jab lands there for Garnett.
A solid leg kick lands there for Garnett.
Laak ducks under a wild hook from Garnett.
Garnett looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Garnett with a hook.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Garnett buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Garnett lands with a thumping leg kick.
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!
Laak pushes Garnett away with a front kick.
Garnett scores with a jab.
Laak tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Garnett bobbing and weaving well here. And he's unloaded with a massive right hand that drops Laak! He dives into his guard looking to finish!
Oh Laak is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Garnett slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Garnett's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Garnett trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Laak wants to sweep but no luck.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Garnett forces his way into half guard.
Garnett controlling the action here.
Laak seems to have got his legs back now.
Garnett tries to pass to full mount but Laak defends it.
Garnett is trying to control the action in half guard but Laak is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Garnett wants to advance to full mount but Laak doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Laak looking to hit a scissor sweep but Garnett is one step ahead there.
Garnett trying to control but Laak is working from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Laak wants to stand and escape but Garnett is having none of it.
Garnett wants to pass the guard but Laak is keeping the position.
Garnett trying to control the position from guard on top but Laak is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Kevin Garnett.
Garnett connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Garnett throws a big shot that misses.
Garnett throws a half hearted mid kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kevin Garnett comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Garnett has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 28:30
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kevin Garnett!
During a confident post fight interview, Kevin Garnett thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Tyson Gauge (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kenshiro Kasumi (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Kasumi has chosen Ai Wo Torimodose aka Song of Manliness as his entrance music. Kenshiro Kasumi has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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220 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
37 - 18 - 0, fighting out of New York, Tyson Gauge!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
16 - 14 - 1, fighting out of Tokyo, Kenshiro Kasumi!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, Jonathan Paton and Joseph Jones.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nice defenses there by Gauge.
Gauge dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kasumi. That did some damage!
We've been told by Gauge's head coaches at Rutgers Athletic Club that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kasumi, as that shot connected.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Kasumi has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Kasumi throws a looping overhand right but Gauge ducks down to avoid it.
Kasumi looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Gauge is fending him off so far but Kasumi persists. Nope, Gauge circles away and we're back to standing.
Gauge lands with a good body shot.
An inside leg kick from Gauge misses.
Kasumi lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kasumi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Gauge takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
It looks like Kenshiro Kasumi has been cut.
Kasumi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gauge was well out of range. Poor timing from Kasumi.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gauge ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kasumi avoids the body shot from Gauge.
Gauge blocks a low kick nicely.
Kasumi misses with a hook.
Kasumi thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Gauge if he has to take too many more of those.
Gauge throws a hook but Kasumi blocks it.
Kasumi cracks Gauge with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Gauge throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kasumi.
Gauge takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kasumi. Gauge does a little dance to reset his feet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kasumi throws a head kick that misses
and Gauge counters with a good low kick that Kasumi was not able to check.
Gauge moves out of range of the body kick from Kasumi.
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!
Gauge ducks right into an uppercut from Kasumi.
Nice defenses there by Gauge.
Kasumi misses with a double jab.
Jab, jab by Gauge - just one landing.
Kasumi is looking to chop away at Gauge's legs.
Kenshiro Kasumi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kasumi slips a jab from Gauge.
Kasumi wants to stay close but Gauge steps back to make room for something. Kasumi seems frozen to the spot and bam! huge swing of the leg from Gauge and Kasumi drops like he has been shot! A huge head kick and it's all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Tyson Gauge!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Kearney McGarrity (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Dean Anderson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). McGarrity comes into the arena with Payback-Slayer blaring out of the sound system. Kearney McGarrity has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
23 - 11 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Kearney McGarrity!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
7 - 2 - 0, fighting out of New York, Dean Anderson!
The judges for this bout are Russell Pearce, Bruno Lombardi and Chad Campbell.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Anderson dodges the punch combination from McGarrity.
A momentary lapse in concentration from McGarrity enables Anderson to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. McGarrity manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Anderson landing some decent shots from guard.
McGarrity working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Anderson.
Anderson wants to pass the guard but McGarrity is keeping the position.
Anderson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Anderson lands a couple of elbows.
McGarrity is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Anderson looking to pass the guard.
McGarrity is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
That's one minute gone in the round.
McGarrity bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Anderson's guard.
Anderson looking for a sweep. Not yet Anderson, not yet.
Anderson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
McGarrity trying to control but Anderson is working from the bottom.
Anderson working for a triangle but McGarrity defends it easily.
Anderson is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
McGarrity got a little sloppy there for a moment and Anderson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, McGarrity has managed to get both his arms back between Anderson's legs - danger averted.
Anderson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McGarrity defends well.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
McGarrity working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Anderson keeping full guard, as McGarrity tries to pass.
McGarrity has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
McGarrity connects with a couple of short punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McGarrity with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
McGarrity trying to control the position from guard on top but Anderson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Anderson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Anderson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McGarrity loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Anderson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McGarrity defends well.
Anderson keeping moving, preventing McGarrity from controlling successfully.
Anderson is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Anderson looking for a guillotine here but McGarrity defends easily.
Anderson wants to sweep here but McGarrity controlling him for the moment.
McGarrity working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Anderson's head.
McGarrity throws an elbow that misses. Anderson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in McGarrity's guard. Nice move by Anderson!
Anderson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
McGarrity trying to control the position here.
McGarrity looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Anderson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McGarrity had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Anderson defends it easily.
McGarrity tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McGarrity is trying to control the position but Anderson postures up.
McGarrity utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
McGarrity working a defensive guard here.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
McGarrity pulls Anderson in close to prevent any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Dean Anderson will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
McGarrity throws out a loose jab but Anderson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Anderson shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has McGarrity pinned against the cage. McGarrity gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Anderson darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Anderson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
McGarrity has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Anderson is working away from the top position though.
McGarrity is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
McGarrity regains full guard. Nicely done.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Anderson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
That's one minute gone in the round.
McGarrity avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Anderson throwing strikes but missing.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Anderson throws a strike but McGarrity rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Anderson is looking for a triangle but McGarrity pushes his legs off easily.
Anderson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Anderson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
McGarrity lands a couple of digs.
Anderson controls McGarrity momentarily but McGarrity frees himself.
Anderson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
McGarrity pushes down on Anderson's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Anderson works his way to full guard. Good work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Anderson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. McGarrity is aware though and is defending well.
McGarrity with a nice head shot there.
McGarrity trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
McGarrity stopping the sweep attempt from Anderson.
We've been hearing good reports from McGarrity's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McGarrity accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Anderson looking for a sweep. Not yet Anderson, not yet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Anderson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in McGarrity's guard.
McGarrity has his foot on Anderson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Anderson works his way back into a safe position though.
Anderson postures up in McGarrity's guard and throws a big left but McGarrity blocks it.
Anderson wants to control from the top but McGarrity keeps moving.
Anderson looking to pass the guard.
McGarrity has control of Anderson's left arm, preventing Anderson from doing any damage.
Anderson throws an elbow that misses. McGarrity uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Anderson's guard. Nice move by McGarrity!
Anderson controls McGarrity momentarily but McGarrity frees himself.
Anderson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McGarrity doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McGarrity manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
McGarrity lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Anderson keeping moving, preventing McGarrity from controlling successfully.
McGarrity is looking to work some ground and pound but Anderson has wrist control.
McGarrity working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Anderson lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for McGarrity!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McGarrity tries to get back to half guard but can't.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
McGarrity tries to lock up and control but Anderson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Dean Anderson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
McGarrity throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Anderson moves into the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McGarrity.
McGarrity pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
McGarrity scores with a body shot.
Anderson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Anderson is defended easily by McGarrity.
A nice leg kick lands there from McGarrity.
Anderson with a poor takedown
and Anderson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McGarrity throws a head kick that misses.
Anderson looks to land a body kick but McGarrity moved away.
McGarrity throws a sloppy head kick and Anderson moves out of range easily.
McGarrity throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Anderson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Anderson throws a body kick that misses.
Anderson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McGarrity.
Anderson misses with a leg kick.
That's one minute gone in the round.
McGarrity throws a hook but Anderson blocks it.
Anderson throws a wild body kick that McGarrity sees coming a mile off.
McGarrity throws a hook but Anderson blocks it.
Anderson takes a swing at McGarrity's ribcage but misses.
McGarrity throws a push kick but Anderson slaps the foot to one side.
McGarrity scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Anderson goes for a double leg but McGarrity avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as McGarrity continues to drive forward.
Kearney McGarrity has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dean Anderson.
Anderson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Anderson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
McGarrity working aggressively here.
McGarrity manages to break the clinch.
McGarrity moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
McGarrity connects with a body shot that sends Anderson's belly button to the back.
McGarrity slips under a jab.
Anderson lands with a shot to the body.
Kearney McGarrity has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Anderson takes one on the chin but seems OK.
It looks like Dean Anderson has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McGarrity throws a head kick that half lands.
McGarrity jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kearney McGarrity is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McGarrity checks a low kick from Anderson.
Anderson ducks under a wild hook from McGarrity.
Kearney McGarrity seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Anderson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Anderson moves out of range of the body kick from McGarrity.
Anderson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. McGarrity defends it nicely.
Anderson misses with a body kick.
The fighters circling - McGarrity throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kearney McGarrity is winning the standup battle so far.
McGarrity dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Anderson blocks a head kick by McGarrity.
Anderson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McGarrity looks to land a right hand but Anderson moved out of range.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Anderson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McGarrity throws a solid leg kick but Anderson takes the impact on his shin and smiles at McGarrity.
Anderson just misses with a punch to the body.
McGarrity lands with a thumping leg kick.
Anderson connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Anderson goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
McGarrity with a jab.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by McGarrity.
McGarrity throws a series of punches but Anderson moves out of range.
McGarrity throws a right hand that misses
and Anderson counters with a nice double leg into side control. McGarrity won't be happy with that.
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!
McGarrity is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Anderson off and has taken his back!
McGarrity is punishing Anderson with some ground and pound.
Anderson is trying to break free.
McGarrity scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Anderson is looking for a way out.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Anderson is covering up but some of the strikes from McGarrity are getting through and doing damage.
Anderson manages to reverse the position and now he's in McGarrity's guard. Nice work there by Anderson.
McGarrity keeping moving, preventing Anderson from controlling successfully.
McGarrity looking to hit a scissor sweep but Anderson is one step ahead there.
Anderson postures up.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
McGarrity looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dean Anderson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Anderson working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of McGarrity's head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kearney McGarrity showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Anderson has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 28:29
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 29:29
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Dean Anderson!
Dean Anderson took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Fury Nutrition Inc. for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Cain Colbert (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Frank Bellator (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Bellator has chosen A Lesson Never Learned as his entrance music. I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!
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291 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
32 - 20 - 0, fighting out of New York, Cain Colbert!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
16 - 11 - 0, fighting out of New York, Frank Bellator!
The judges for this bout are David Schapiro, Anthony Taglia and Lou da Vinci.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Colbert stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Colbert wants it to stay on the feet.
A jab from Colbert misses.
Bellator shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Colbert sprawls well. Colbert wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bellator gets slowly back to his feet.
Colbert lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bellator takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bellator ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Left hook, right uppercut from Colbert.
It looks like Frank Bellator has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bellator has a takedown stuffed.
Cain Colbert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Bellator.
Bellator throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Colbert's waist but Colbert gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Bellator off to one side.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bellator. Colbert does a little dance to reset his feet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bellator throws a hook to the side of Colbert's head but Colbert sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Colbert misses the shot to the body.
Colbert misses with a looping right.
Colbert scores with a decent looking hook.
Bellator dives in and scores a takedown into Colbert's guard.
Colbert has Bellator pulled in close to control his posture.
Bellator loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Bellator stops Colbert from standing up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Colbert manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bellator tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Colbert wants to control the pace but Bellator is squirming around nicely.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Colbert controlling the pace for now.
Colbert stands up from mount. Strange move.
Bellator fails with a takedown attempt.
We've been told by Colbert's head coaches at Philly Dawgz MMA - PIT Inc that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Colbert lands with a hook. Bellator tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Colbert throws a head kick but Bellator moves out of range.
Colbert misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
No luck for Bellator with that takedown attempt.
Colbert lands with an overhand left.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bellator shoots in and gets a takedown into Colbert's guard.
Bellator stopping the sweep attempt from Colbert.
Colbert looking to control.
Bellator loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Bellator scoring with punches to the head and body.
Bellator wants to pass the guard but Colbert is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bellator stopping the sweep attempt from Colbert.
Colbert is trying to control the position but Bellator postures up.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Colbert is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Bellator sitting in guard here, content to control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The ref stands the fighters back up. Cain Colbert wasn't doing enough on the ground.
Colbert lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Bellator closes this distance looking for a takedown but Colbert circles away.
Colbert scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Colbert.
Colbert connects with a looping right hand.
Bellator misses with a body punch
and Colbert counters with a solid body kick.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Colbert takes one on the button.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Bellator.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cain Colbert dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Frank Bellator's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Colbert shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Colbert scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bellator looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bellator.
Colbert tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bellator was well out of range. Poor timing from Colbert.
Bellator shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Colbert as he avoids it easily.
Colbert throws a low kick, looking for Bellator's leg but Bellator calmly moves out of range.
Colbert misses with a head kick.
Colbert takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Colbert misses with a body shot
and Bellator counters with a nice double leg into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Colbert wants to stand up but Bellator is controlling him.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bellator is looking to work some ground and pound but Colbert has wrist control.
Bellator has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Bellator throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Colbert not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Colbert wants to stand up but Bellator is controlling him.
Bellator lands a couple of digs.
Bellator working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Bellator throwing strikes from guard but Colbert blocks nicely.
Bellator won't allow Colbert to get back to his feet.
Colbert has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Bellator off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Bellator slips a straight right by Colbert.
Bellator jabbing away but nothing is landing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Colbert thows a body shot but no joy.
Bellator jabs Colbert right on the nose. Colbert blinks but takes it well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bellator throws a leg kick but Colbert checks it.
Bellator shoots in and drives through. Colbert sprawls well.
Cain Colbert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Bellator.
Colbert lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Bellator drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Colbert avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Bellator.
Colbert is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Bellator is controlling him well.
Colbert is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Bellator scoring with punches from side control.
Colbert is looking for a sweep.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bellator in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Bellator scores with a couple of short elbows.
Bellator cracks Colbert with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Colbert is looking for a sweep.
Bellator tries to score with some ground and pound. Colbert controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Colbert is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Bellator is controlling him well.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Colbert struggling a bit here.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bellator throws an elbow but Colbert slips to the side and avoids it well.
Bellator is putting a hurting on Colbert here, landing some big shots from side control.
Bellator trying to control the position but Colbert is working away.
Colbert sneaks out the side door and pushes Bellator away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bellator shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Colbert's guard.
Bellator lands a couple of elbows.
Bellator in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bellator lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Colbert is looking to stand up but Bellator isn't so interested in that idea.
Bellator trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bellator prevents Colbert from getting back to his feet.
Colbert not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Bellator prevents Colbert from getting back to his feet.
Colbert looking for a sweep. Not yet Colbert, not yet.
Colbert wants to stand and escape but Bellator is having none of it.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Bellator pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Colbert is keeping the position for now.
Colbert wants to improve his position but instead Bellator has moved into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Frank Bellator showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Frank Bellator's cut.
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!
Nice defenses there by Colbert.
Bellator lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Colbert at a distance.
Bellator shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Colbert pinned against the cage. Colbert gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Bellator swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Colbert misses with a wild combination.
Bellator throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Colbert's waist but Colbert gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Bellator off to one side.
Colbert throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Frank Bellator seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Colbert walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Bellator checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Bellator uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Colbert.
Bellator shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Bellator showed some decent athleticism there.
Colbert is trying to get back to full guard.
Bellator seems to be working for a kimura but Colbert defends the submission attempt.
Bellator wants to control but Colbert is keeping him busy.
Bellator keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Colbert is trying to stand up here but Bellator is controlling him well.
Colbert has one foot on Bellator's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A jab from Colbert misses.
Colbert ducks under a wild hook from Bellator.
Cain Colbert is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bellator with a nice cross.
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!
Bellator looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Cain Colbert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Bellator.
Bellator takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Colbert tries a low kick but Bellator avoids it.
Bellator looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Colbert!
Bellator tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Colbert is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Bellator has just dragged him back down to the mat.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bellator misses with the ground and pound.
Bellator wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Colbert, who protects the arm well.
Bellator is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Colbert knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Bellator takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Colbert can't do much from the bottom here.
Colbert is trying to buck Bellator off.
Colbert can't do much from the bottom here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Colbert avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Bellator.
Colbert throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Colbert gets caught napping as Bellator dives in and scores a takedown. Colbert manages to retain guard.
Bellator with a flurry of punches that miss.
Colbert will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Bellator trying to control the position from guard on top but Colbert is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Colbert is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Colbert utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Colbert is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bellator scoring with some ground and pound.
And that's the end of the fight!
Frank Bellator comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bellator has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 28:29
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frank Bellator!
A very excited looking Frank Bellator made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Stan Van Gundy (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Scott Spade (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
22 - 7 - 1, fighting out of New York, Stan Van Gundy!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
37 - 15 - 2, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Scott Spade!
The judges for this bout are Franklyn Lucas, John Roberts and Chad Campbell.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Spade pivots, looking for a leg kick but Van Gundy is out of range and Spade settles back down.
Van Gundy takes one on the button.
A head kick by Spade misses
and Van Gundy counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Scott Spade seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Spade rushes Van Gundy and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Spade misses with some punches.
Van Gundy can't find room to land a body shot as Spade controls the action.
Van Gundy trying to land knees to the body.
Spade lands a left hand.
Spade blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Spade blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Van Gundy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Van Gundy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Van Gundy misses with the head strike.
A short left from Spade.
Van Gundy can't find room to land a body shot as Spade controls the action.
Spade throws a punch but it's blocked by Van Gundy.
Spade misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Van Gundy is working Spade over against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spade managing to block the knees to the body from Van Gundy.
Spade tries to throw a body punch but Van Gundy avoids it by throwing Spade back against the cage.
Van Gundy working Spade over with knees to the body.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Van Gundy working aggressively here.
Van Gundy lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Van Gundy.
Van Gundy misses with a punch to the body.
Spade tries to work over Van Gundy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A shot in the inside from Spade.
Spade misses with a short punch on the inside.
Spade's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Van Gundy.
Spade has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Van Gundy seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Spade can turn it around.
Van Gundy works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Van Gundy lands a shoulder strike.
A short right from Van Gundy on the inside.
Van Gundy is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Spade is keeping busy.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Van Gundy misses with the head strike.
Van Gundy blocking some punches.
Van Gundy lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Spade misses with a body punch.
A right handed body shot lands from Van Gundy.
Van Gundy lands with a short shot to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Spade.
Van Gundy misses with a body punch.
Spade prevents a body shot from Van Gundy.
Spade tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Van Gundy's elbow.
Spade avoids a wild elbow strike from Van Gundy.
Van Gundy misses with some punches.
Spade swings wildly with an uppercut but Van Gundy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Spade lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Spade lands a nice uppercut.
Van Gundy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Van Gundy throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Spade blocks it with crossed arms.
Spade working aggressively here.
Van Gundy working aggressively here.
Van Gundy lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Van Gundy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Van Gundy can't find room to land a body shot as Spade controls the action.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Van Gundy lands a right hand.
Van Gundy struggles to land a body shot inside as Spade controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from Van Gundy fails to land.
A body shot lands from Spade.
Spade blocks the elbow strike.
Spade pushes Van Gundy back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Van Gundy fails to land.
Van Gundy stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Spade misses with a hook from the clinch.
A knee to the head by Van Gundy.
A short right from Spade on the inside.
Spade misses with a hook to the ribs.
I was talking to Van Gundy's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Spade is trying to stall.
Van Gundy misses with a knee to the head.
Van Gundy taking a breather.
Van Gundy goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Van Gundy missing with knees to the body.
Van Gundy lands an uppercut.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Van Gundy tries to stall but Spade uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Spade blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice left hand lands by Van Gundy.
Spade stalling against the cage.
Van Gundy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Spade's elbow.
Nice body punch from Spade.
Van Gundy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Spade's elbow.
Spade fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Spade swings wildly with an uppercut but Van Gundy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Spade lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Knees in the clinch landing for Van Gundy.
With the fighters up against the cage, Van Gundy throws an elbow but misses.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Van Gundy misses with some punches.
Van Gundy lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Van Gundy misses with some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Stan Van Gundy 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.
A telegraphed right hand from Spade misses the target.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Spade.
Van Gundy tries to clinch but Spade moves out of range.
That kick from Spade tenderised Van Gundy's leg. Van Gundy is trying to keep his angry face on.
Spade throws a lazy right hand but Van Gundy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Van Gundy buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Spade thows a body shot but no joy.
Crunch! Van Gundy slams his shin into Spade's torso.
Jab by Spade.
Van Gundy scores with a three punch combo!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Spade scores with a body shot.
Van Gundy bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Spade's head backwards.
Van Gundy takes one on the chin but seems OK.
That's one minute gone in the round.
An inside leg kick from Spade misses.
Spade takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Van Gundy tries to keep at a distance but Spade has taken the fight into the clinch.
Van Gundy looking to stall.
Spade tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Van Gundy blocks an uppercut.
Spade misses with some punches.
Spade lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Van Gundy misses with a body punch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Spade lands a right hand.
Van Gundy tries a body shot but Spade blocks it.
Van Gundy lands a left hand that snaps the head of Spade backwards.
Van Gundy lands a right hand that snaps the head of Spade backwards.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Van Gundy landing some nice looking knees to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spade has a couple of punches blocked by Van Gundy.
Van Gundy lands a good knee to the midsection. Spade won't want to take too many of those.
Van Gundy unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Spade is breathing heavily.
Van Gundy lands a shoulder strike.
Spade swings wildly with an uppercut but Van Gundy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Van Gundy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Van Gundy misses with a hook to the ribs.
Van Gundy lands a body shot.
Van Gundy lands a hook that snaps the head of Spade backwards.
Spade tries a body shot but Van Gundy blocks it.
Van Gundy lands an elbow that stopped Spade in his tracks for a moment.
A shot in the inside from Van Gundy.
Spade struggles to land a body shot inside as Van Gundy controls his hands.
Van Gundy tries to land a knee to the head but Spade blocks with his arms.
Spade cracks Van Gundy with a nice body shot.
Van Gundy taking a breather.
Stan Van Gundy has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Van Gundy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Spade throws a head punch that misses.
Spade throws a head punch that misses.
Van Gundy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Spade misses with the head strike.
Spade lands a body punch.
A shot in the inside from Van Gundy.
Spade doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Van Gundy.
Spade has Van Gundy pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Van Gundy manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
A hook to the body from Van Gundy.
Van Gundy lands a nice knee to the body.
A knee to the head by Van Gundy.
It looks like Scott Spade 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!
Van Gundy lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Van Gundy.
Van Gundy lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Spade backwards.
Spade prevents a body shot from Van Gundy.
Van Gundy gets through Spade's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Van Gundy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Van Gundy blocking some punches.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Spade swings wildly with an uppercut but Van Gundy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Van Gundy lands a body shot in the clinch.
Van Gundy struggles to land a body shot inside as Spade controls his hands.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Still in the clinch, Van Gundy scores with a nice short uppercut.
Spade managing to block the knees to the body from Van Gundy.
Van Gundy landing knees to the head.
Good body shot from Van Gundy.
Spade stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Spade tries a body shot but Van Gundy blocks it.
Van Gundy connects with a knee to the head.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Van Gundy lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Spade backwards.
Spade fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Van Gundy tries a body shot but Spade blocks it.
Van Gundy lands with a light punch inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Stan Van Gundy dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Scott Spade's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
Van Gundy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Spade.
Spade has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Spade scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Van Gundy doesn't seem bothered though.
A slow jab from Spade misses its intended target.
A nice inside leg kick there by Van Gundy. That's going to slow Spade down.
Spade throws a hook but Van Gundy blocks it.
A big right from Spade misses.
Van Gundy avoids a kick to the body.
Spade throws a right and a left that Van Gundy avoids nicely.
Spade waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Van Gundy.
Spade clinches with his opponent.
Van Gundy lands with a short shot to the head.
Spade takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Spade misses with a hook from the clinch.
Spade goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A head punch on the inside from Van Gundy fails to land.
Van Gundy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A right hand to the body from Van Gundy.
Van Gundy lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Van Gundy is pushing Spade up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Van Gundy trying to land knees to the body.
Van Gundy lands with a left to the head.
Still in the clinch, Van Gundy scores with a nice short uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Van Gundy.
Van Gundy slowing the pace effectively.
Van Gundy misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Spade.
Van Gundy scores with a hook to the body.
A body shot lands from Van Gundy.
Van Gundy putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Spade in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Nice body punch from Van Gundy.
Van Gundy throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Spades head.
Van Gundy is leaning against Spade and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Spade takes a shot to the head.
A short right from Van Gundy.
Spade is rocked!
Spade prevents a body shot from Van Gundy.
Spade is still on wobbly legs! Can Van Gundy finish him?
Spade's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Van Gundy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Spade's elbow.
Van Gundy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Stan Van Gundy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Spade gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Van Gundy lands a right hand that snaps the head of Spade backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Van Gundy.
Spade tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Van Gundy's elbow.
Van Gundy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Van Gundy misses with a punch to the body.
Scott Spade has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Van Gundy trying to land knees to the body.
Spade seems to have recovered his senses.
Van Gundy lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Van Gundy cracks Spade with a nice body shot.
Spade breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Spade.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Van Gundy bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
A good leg kick by Van Gundy.
Van Gundy keeps Spade at a distance using the push kick.
Van Gundy throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Van Gundy throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Spade steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Van Gundy. That one must have hurt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Van Gundy throws a nice outside leg kick.
Stan Van Gundy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Van Gundy fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Spade.
Van Gundy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A nice combination there by Van Gundy.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Spade has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Van Gundy.
Van Gundy cracks a nice hook into Spade's ribs.
Van Gundy is looking to clinch but Spade is avoiding it.
Spade rushes Van Gundy and presses him up against the cage.
Spade misses with some punches.
A body shot lands from Van Gundy.
Spade lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Van Gundy is trying to stall.
Spade throws a head punch that misses.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Spade blocks a body shot from Van Gundy.
Spade tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Van Gundy lands a hook that snaps the head of Spade backwards.
Van Gundy with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Spade misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that's the end of the fight!
Stan Van Gundy showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Van Gundy 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Stan Van Gundy!
After the big win, Stan Van Gundy made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors //buriedALIVE// Fight Gear and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Rex Tremendous (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and King Marvin (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Tremendous's entrance music is Rex Tremendae. A fine choice. Marvin has chosen King of Kings by Motorhead as his entrance music. Both these guys have really solid chins. Will we see a standup war or will they both decide that a knockout is unlikely and try to win the fight elsewhere?
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
23 - 9 - 0, fighting out of New York, Rex Tremendous!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
33 - 15 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, King Marvin!
The judges for this bout are Dean Styles, John Roberts and Jonathan Paton.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tremendous tries to land a front kick but Marvin steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tremendous throws a wild body kick that Marvin sees coming a mile off.
Tremendous misses with a few strikes there.
Marvin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tremendous doesn't manage to clinch there - Marvin circles away.
Marvin drives through and clinches with Tremendous against the cage.
Marvin has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Tremendous clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Tremendous rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Tremendous trying to control here.
Tremendous wants to get back to full guard.
Tremendous's coaches at The Sweat Lodge have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Tremendous is not content to let Marvin control the position.
Tremendous is looking for a sweep. Marvin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Marvin is trying to control. Tremendous wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Marvin tries to pass to full mount but Tremendous defends it.
Nice strikes from Marvin there.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Marvin missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Marvin lands a nice short elbow.
Tremendous is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Marvin scores with a couple of nice shots.
Tremendous regains full guard. Nicely done.
Marvin wants to pass the guard but Tremendous is keeping the position.
Marvin slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Marvin trying to control the position from guard on top but Tremendous is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tremendous bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Marvin's guard.
Marvin has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Tremendous doesn't defend quickly enough and Marvin has managed to lock this one up! Can Tremendous escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Marvin on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). King Marvin!
King Marvin decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Busta Rhymes (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sluggo Brott (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Rhymes's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Winter Warz. Brott has chosen So What as his entrance music. Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!
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World class boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the light heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
36 - 18 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Busta Rhymes!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
27 - 18 - 0, fighting out of New York, Sluggo Brott!
The judges for this bout are Anthony Taglia, Steve Montenegro and Bruno Lombardi.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rhymes buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Brott misses with a leg kick
and Rhymes counters with a left and a right that stings Brott.
Brott blocks the body kick.
Rhymes looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Brott gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Brott swings wildly with an uppercut but Rhymes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Brott blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Rhymes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rhymes wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Rhymes lands a right hand that snaps the head of Brott backwards.
Rhymes gets through Brott's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Rhymes tries to work over Brott's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rhymes tries to work over Brott's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Brott swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rhymes lands a shoulder strike.
Rhymes scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rhymes blocks an uppercut.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Brott tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rhymes dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Rhymes throws a head punch that misses.
Brott stalling in the clinch but Rhymes improves position.
Brott doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rhymes has a couple of punches blocked by Brott.
Rhymes wants to get back to striking at distance but Brott won't allow it.
Brott can't find room to land a body shot as Rhymes controls the action.
A short uppercut from Brott.
Brott tries to work over Rhymes's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rhymes blocks an uppercut.
Brott prevents a body shot from Rhymes.
Rhymes swings wildly with an uppercut but Brott uses good head movement to avoid it.
Brott is looking for a takedown.
Rhymes looking to stall.
Brott throws a head punch that misses.
Rhymes escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've been told by Rhymes's head coaches at Philly Dawgz MMA - PIT Inc that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Brott takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rhymes lands with an uppercut that bounces Brott off the cage and back into range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rhymes throws a left and a right that both miss
and Brott counters by moving into the clinch.
Rhymes misses with the head strike.
Brott keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Rhymes's efforts to push away.
Rhymes misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rhymes is trying to break the clinch but Brott is controlling him.
Rhymes throws a head punch that misses.
Brott lands a nice uppercut.
Rhymes trying to stall but Brott improves his position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rhymes.
Brott blocks an uppercut.
Rhymes throws a head punch that misses.
Brott stalling the fight.
Brott lands an uppercut.
Brott slowing the pace effectively.
Brott prevents a body shot from Rhymes.
Brott gets through Rhymes's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Brott looking to slow down the pace here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rhymes has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rhymes.
Rhymes doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Brott swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Rhymes blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Brott blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rhymes doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rhymes has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Rhymes is looking to control Brott's arms but Brott gets an underhook and turns him. Now Rhymes has his back to the cage.
Brott misses with a punch to the body.
A short left from Brott.
Rhymes takes a shot to the head.
Brott prevents a body shot from Rhymes.
Rhymes blocks an uppercut.
Brott lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Brott has hold of one of Rhymes's legs. Rhymes is fighting the takedown attempt but Brott gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Rhymes avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Brott throws a big right hand that misses.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Brott lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Rhymes utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Brott landing some decent shots from guard.
Rhymes looking to hit a scissor sweep but Brott is one step ahead there.
Brott trying to control the position from guard on top but Rhymes is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rhymes wants to sweep but no luck.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rhymes is on top in guard.
Rhymes in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Rhymes accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rhymes stopping the sweep attempt from Brott.
Brott manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
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 Busta Rhymes will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Rhymes misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A jab from Rhymes does it's job there.
Brott scores with a jab to the body.
Rhymes throws a sloppy head kick
and Brott counters with a takedown into side control.
Rhymes struggling a bit here.
Rhymes is looking for a sweep.
Rhymes is trying to buck Brott off.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rhymes is looking for a sweep.
Rhymes is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Rhymes tries to improve position but can't.
Sloppy strikes there by Brott.
Brott postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
An elbow from Brott crashes against the mat.
Rhymes is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brott in side control, throwing shots but Rhymes defends.
The ground and pound from Brott seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Brott scoring with punches from side control.
Brott wants to control but Rhymes is keeping him busy.
Rhymes is looking to regain half guard here but Brott keeps moving and retains side control.
Rhymes avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Brott.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rhymes is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The strikes coming from Brott are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Rhymes tries to improve position but can't.
Rhymes is working hard here to advance position.
Brott wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rhymes keeps working.
Brott works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Brott tries to score with some ground and pound. Rhymes controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Rhymes is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Brott misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Brott is chipping away with strikes.
Brott has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Rhymes takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Rhymes trying to remain calm as Brott controls from the top position.
Sluggo Brott has got the better of the ground game so far.
Brott lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Rhymes managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Brott.
Rhymes sneaks back into half guard.
Rhymes is trying to control but can't.
Brott trying to control the action but Rhymes is working from the bottom.
Rhymes wants to get back to his feet.
Rhymes has his hands clasped together around Brott's back. He's all about the action.
Rhymes on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brott is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Brott is trying to control the action in half guard but Rhymes is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Rhymes gets full guard.
Rhymes avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Rhymes is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Brott is controlling him.
Rhymes preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Rhymes seems keen to control Brott's posture.
Brott postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Rhymes looking to hit a scissor sweep but Brott is one step ahead there.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Rhymes controlling the position.
Brott throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Rhymes works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sluggo Brott showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action!
Rhymes looks to score with a jab to the body but Brott is just out of range.
Brott lands with a kick to the ribs.
Brott getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Busta Rhymes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rhymes misses the jab.
Brott looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Brott looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Brott lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Rhymes is rocked!
Busta Rhymes is winning the standup battle so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Brott ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Rhymes's jaw. Rhymes's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Brott does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sluggo Brott!
Sluggo Brott is the new light heavyweight champion!
Our winner, Sluggo Brott, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Ramses Dinkin (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Brock Samson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Samson has chosen The Venture Brothers Opening Theme as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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300 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the super heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
21 - 10 - 0, fighting out of New York, Ramses Dinkin!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
23 - 12 - 0, fighting out of New York, Brock Samson!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, John Kavanagh and Alyssa Summers.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dinkin will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Dinkin fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Dinkin throws a big shot that misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Samson.
Dinkin has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Rutgers Athletic Club in the buildup to the fight.
Dinkin fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A solid body kick from Samson.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dinkin misses the shot to the body.
Dinkin bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Samson jabs Dinkin to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Samson connects with a leg kick. Dinkin looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Samson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dinkin.
Samson avoids the body shot from Dinkin.
Samson misses with a right hand
and Dinkin cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dinkin misses with a wild body shot.
Samson closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Dinkin did well to prevent Samson getting side control.
Samson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Dinkin doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Samson.
Samson 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 one minute gone in the round.
Samson seems to be looking for submissions.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Dinkin moves into full guard.
Dinkin keeping full guard, as Samson tries to pass.
Samson drops back, looking for a kneebar! Dinkin looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Dinkin looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Dinkin!
Dinkin trying to control the position but Samson is working away.
Samson is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Dinkin's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dinkin with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Samson tries to get to full guard but Dinkin has control of the leg.
Samson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dinkin thows a huge punch but Samson dodges it nicely.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Dinkin tries to pass the half guard into mount. Samson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Samson is looking to improve his position.
Dinkin is controlling the pace.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Ramses Dinkin wasn't doing enough on the ground.
Samson throws a leg kick which misses Dinkin's front leg but catches the back leg as Dinkin tries to avoid it.
Dinkin throws a big shot that misses.
Samson throws a hook but Dinkin avoids it easily.
Dinkin throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Samson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dinkin is looking to wear down Samson with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Samson feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Dinkin's calf.
Samson throws a hook but Dinkin avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dinkin. Samson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dinkin lands a slapping body shot.
Dinkin throws a sloppy head kick and Samson moves out of range easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Samson. Dinkin does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Samson throws a body punch but Dinkin moves out of range.
Dinkin dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Samson cracks Dinkin with a good jab.
Samson misses with a hook.
Samson scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brock Samson dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Samson lands a front kick.
Jab by Dinkin.
Samson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dinkin.
Samson scores with a leg kick.
Samson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dinkin cracks a nice hook into Samson's ribs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dinkin takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Samson cracks Dinkin with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Samson has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Dinkin to stand back up!
Dinkin is rocked!
It looks like Ramses Dinkin has been cut.
Brock Samson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Samson drops a shoulder and throws a monster hook that connects perfectly to the side of Dinkin's head, knocking him out cold! Samson is extatic as he celebrates with his cornermen.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Brock Samson! Brock Samson retains his super heavyweight title!
An out of breath and clearly excited Brock Samson thanked Firebird Designs for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Lester Cockenschtuff (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Donzel Fortunado (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Cockenschtuff comes to the cage accompanied by Wynona's Big Brown Beaver by Primus. The crowd seem to be enjoying Fortunado's choice of entrance music: Bob Dylan-Knockin' on Heaven's Door . Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
23 - 10 - 1, fighting out of New York, Lester Cockenschtuff!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
32 - 10 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Donzel Fortunado!
The judges for this bout are John Kavanagh, David Schapiro and Franklyn Lucas.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Fortunado gets a clinch.
Fortunado lands an elbow that stopped Cockenschtuff in his tracks for a moment.
It looks like Lester Cockenschtuff has been cut.
Cockenschtuff lands on the inside with an uppercut.
It looks like Donzel Fortunado has been cut.
Cockenschtuff has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Cockenschtuff dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Cockenschtuff swings wildly with an uppercut but Fortunado uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cockenschtuff with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Fortunado blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A short body shot lands from Cockenschtuff as the two fighters clinch.
Fortunado lands a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cockenschtuff unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Fortunado looks winded!
Cockenschtuff using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Fortunado has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Cockenschtuff displaying some good clinch control by pressing Fortunado up against the cage.
Cockenschtuff tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Fortunado avoids it.
Fortunado connects with a knee to the head.
Cockenschtuff lands a left hand that snaps the head of Fortunado backwards.
Fortunado swings wildly with an uppercut but Cockenschtuff uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fortunado taking a breather.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fortunado breaks the clinch.
Fortunado throws a front kick aimed at Cockenschtuff's knee but Cockenschtuff avoids it well.
Fortunado tries for a takedown but Cockenschtuff sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Fortunado feints and as Cockenschtuff raises his hands in defense, Fortunado changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Cockenschtuff wants to get back to his feet but Fortunado is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Cockenschtuff is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Cockenschtuff keeping moving, preventing Fortunado from controlling successfully.
Fortunado won't allow Cockenschtuff to sweep him here.
Cockenschtuff is working hard here to advance position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Donzel Fortunado has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Fortunado throws a low kick, looking for Cockenschtuff's leg but Cockenschtuff calmly moves out of range.
Cockenschtuff dips to his left and cracks Fortunado with an uppercut!
Cockenschtuff fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cockenschtuff clinches.
Fortunado tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Cockenschtuff scores a nice knee to the body.
Fortunado lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Fortunado can't find room to land a body shot as Cockenschtuff controls the action.
Cockenschtuff stalling the fight.
Fortunado misses with a body punch.
Cockenschtuff lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Cockenschtuff throws an elbow but misses.
Fortunado lands a right hand that snaps the head of Cockenschtuff backwards.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Fortunado tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Cockenschtuff stalling in the clinch but Fortunado improves position.
Fortunado has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Cockenschtuff seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Fortunado can turn it around.
Fortunado has a couple of punches blocked by Cockenschtuff.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fortunado blocks an elbow strike from Cockenschtuff.
Fortunado tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cockenschtuff lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Fortunado or not.
Fortunado tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fortunado trying to control the position but instead, Cockenschtuff has worked for underhooks and has pushed Fortunado into the cage.
Cockenschtuff scores with a nice hook to the head.
Cockenschtuff misses with some punches.
Fortunado takes a knee right on the jaw!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fortunado lands with a right to the head.
Fortunado tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Cockenschtuff's elbow.
Cockenschtuff avoiding damage as Fortunado throws knees to the body.
Cockenschtuff lands a body shot.
Cockenschtuff tries to throw a body punch but Fortunado avoids it by throwing Cockenschtuff back against the cage.
Fortunado wants to break the clinch but can't.
Cockenschtuff blocks an uppercut.
Fortunado using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Cockenschtuff has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Fortunado trying to land knees to the body.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Cockenschtuff can't find room to land a body shot as Fortunado controls the action.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The referee is keeping an eye on Cockenschtuff - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Fortunado's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A right hand to the body from Cockenschtuff.
Fortunado wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Cockenschtuff misses with a knee strike.
Cockenschtuff lands a left hand.
Cockenschtuff lands a shoulder strike.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Cockenschtuff.
Fortunado is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Cockenschtuff.
Cockenschtuff lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Cockenschtuff obliges.
Fortunado takes an elbow to the temple.
Cockenschtuff displaying some good clinch control by pressing Fortunado up against the cage.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Cockenschtuff softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Cockenschtuff lands a right hand that snaps the head of Fortunado backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lester Cockenschtuff dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Cockenschtuff's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Cockenschtuff tries to close the distance and clinch up but Fortunado swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Fortunado has a takedown stuffed.
Fortunado is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cockenschtuff.
Fortunado misses with a leg kick.
Fortunado throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cockenschtuff keeps the fight on the outside.
Nice cross by Fortunado.
Fortunado is looking to clinch but Cockenschtuff is avoiding it.
Cockenschtuff looks to land a body kick but Fortunado moved away.
Fortunado wants to clinch.
Fortunado scores with a push kick.
Cockenschtuff avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Fortunado uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Cockenschtuff has time to react.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fortunado throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Cockenschtuff throws a low kick but it's checked well by Fortunado.
Cockenschtuff thuds his right hand into Fortunado's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A telegraphed right hand from Cockenschtuff misses the target.
Cockenschtuff has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Cockenschtuff ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fortunado misses with a leg kick.
Donzel Fortunado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fortunado. Cockenschtuff does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fortunado lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Cockenschtuff circles away quickly and effectively.
Cockenschtuff has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Cockenschtuff there as he acknowledges the shot.
Fortunado changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Cockenschtuff tries to avoid it but Fortunado manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Cockenschtuff to the ground. Cockenschtuff escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Cockenschtuff just misses with a punch to the body.
Fortunado misses with a right hand
and Cockenschtuff counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Fortunado thinking.
Fortunado is breathing heavily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cockenschtuff avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Cockenschtuff comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Cockenschtuff fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Cockenschtuff cracks the inside of Fortunado's front leg.
Cockenschtuff is looking to slow Fortunado down with leg kicks.
That kick from Cockenschtuff tenderised Fortunado's leg. Fortunado is trying to keep his angry face on.
Cockenschtuff jabs Fortunado right on the nose. Fortunado blinks but takes it well.
Cockenschtuff looks for the body kick but Fortunado saw that one coming.
Fortunado throws a right hand that Cockenschtuff ducks under and follows up with a left that Cockenschtuff also avoids with ease.
Fortunado shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Cockenschtuff uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fortunado.
Fortunado misses with a leg kick
and Cockenschtuff counters with a good low kick that Fortunado was not able to check.
Fortunado takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Fortunado takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Fortunado avoids the body shot from Cockenschtuff.
Cockenschtuff throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fortunado throws a head kick that misses.
Cockenschtuff ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Cockenschtuff lands a really nice looking cross but Fortunado seems unphased.
That has opened up Donzel Fortunado's cut even more.
Donzel Fortunado is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Cockenschtuff gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Cockenschtuff lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Cockenschtuff tries to throw a body punch but Fortunado avoids it by throwing Cockenschtuff back against the cage.
Cockenschtuff taking a breather.
Lester Cockenschtuff has scored more points in the clinch so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A knee to the head by Fortunado.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Cockenschtuff takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Cockenschtuff utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Cockenschtuff.
Cockenschtuff tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fortunado's elbow.
Cockenschtuff pressing his opponent against the cage.
Knees in the clinch landing for Cockenschtuff.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Cockenschtuff with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Cockenschtuff lands a hook to the side of the head.
The cut above Donzel Fortunado's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Cockenschtuff lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fortunado swings wildly with an uppercut but Cockenschtuff uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cockenschtuff throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Fortunado blocks it with crossed arms.
Fortunado with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Cockenschtuff swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Cockenschtuff blocks a body shot from Fortunado.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Cockenschtuff creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Fortunado throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Cockenschtuff blocks it with crossed arms.
Cockenschtuff lands an elbow that stopped Fortunado in his tracks for a moment.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Cockenschtuff gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fortunado.
Cockenschtuff blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Cockenschtuff.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lester Cockenschtuff dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Cockenschtuff's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Fortunado fails to land the takedown.
Cockenschtuff is looking to wear down Fortunado with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Cockenschtuff checks the leg kick nicely there.
Fortunado misses with a straight left.
Fortunado is looking to score with low kicks.
Fortunado looks to score with a jab to the body but Cockenschtuff is just out of range.
Cockenschtuff chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Fortunado gets tackled into the cage by Cockenschtuff. Cockenschtuff maintains the clinch.
Cockenschtuff effectively controlling the action here.
Cockenschtuff tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fortunado's elbow.
Cockenschtuff throws an elbow but it misses.
Fortunado prevents a body shot from Cockenschtuff.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fortunado.
Cockenschtuff works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Fortunado takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Cockenschtuff is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
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!
Fortunado with an attempt at a knee that misses.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Cockenschtuff lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Cockenschtuff lands a body shot in the clinch.
Cockenschtuff scores with a hook to the body.
Cockenschtuff is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Fortunado is defending well for now.
Cockenschtuff lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Donzel Fortunado's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Nice body punch from Cockenschtuff.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cockenschtuff softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Cockenschtuff is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Fortunado can do to turn this around?
Cockenschtuff is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Cockenschtuff tries to work over Fortunado's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Cockenschtuff lands a body punch.
A left hand lands to the body for Cockenschtuff.
Cockenschtuff lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Cockenschtuff scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Cockenschtuff lands a body punch in the clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fortunado tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Cockenschtuff lands a shoulder strike.
Cockenschtuff gets through Fortunado's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fortunado is rocked!
Cockenschtuff lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Cockenschtuff landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Cockenschtuff lands an elbow just above Fortunado 's eye.
Fortunado is still on wobbly legs! Can Cockenschtuff finish him?
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Donzel Fortunado's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Lester Cockenschtuff!
A relieved looking Lester Cockenschtuff thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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