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UCLA 24: Meier vs Spaticus PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Okan Topal (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sonny Ramos (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Ramos has chosen Champion as his entrance music. Sonny Ramos has the eye of the tiger tonight.
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154 lbs
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145 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
Counter striker
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Okan Topal!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Sonny Ramos!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, and .
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Horrible takedown by Topal or perhaps it was just good defense by Ramos which made him look bad.
Ramos swinging wildly here.
Ramos misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ramos misses with a body kick.
Good shot there by Ramos.
Topal fails to land the takedown.
Topal takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ramos swinging wildly here.
Ramos throws a one two combo.
Topal is rocked!
It looks like Okan Topal has been cut.
Topal seems to be squinting his left eye. Perhaps he got a poke in that previous exchange. Ramos shows no mercy and swarms him with a barage of strikes! Topal is backing up but Ramos catches him with a final right hook that drops him! Topal covers up and the referee steps in to end the fight! Ramos Jumps to his feet and flashes his guns to the crowd. Oh yeah, baby! How'd you like them apples?!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sonny Ramos!
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Ranta Runtiringen (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jack Fadden (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Runtiringen's entrance music is "Death cures all pain" by Suicide Commando. A fine choice. The crowd seem to be enjoying Fadden's choice of entrance music: Walk. Rumors backstage are that the fighters have been paid to keep it standing but we know that would never happen in MMA!
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163 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
Great low kicks
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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
9 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Ranta Runtiringen!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
10 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Jack Fadden!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, and Jack Bonds.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Runtiringen misses with a head kick.
Runtiringen misses with a low kick.
Runtiringen throws a nice outside leg kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Runtiringen.
Fadden is looking to clinch but Runtiringen is avoiding it.
Fadden shoots in but no luck this time.
Runtiringen throws a head kick but Fadden moves out of range.
Fadden fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Runtiringen, pushing him back against the cage.
Runtiringen landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Runtiringen is pushing Fadden up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Fadden tries to land knees in the clinch but Runtiringen avoids the damage to the body.
Fadden tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Runtiringen smiles and moves away.
Runtiringen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A solid leg kick lands there for Runtiringen.
Fadden looks gassed!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fadden checks a low kick from Runtiringen.
Fadden blocks a head kick by Runtiringen.
Runtiringen swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Fadden blocks a head kick by Runtiringen.
Fadden moves into the clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fadden drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ranta Runtiringen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Fadden.
Fadden is looking to control Runtiringen's arms but Runtiringen gets an underhook and turns him. Now Fadden has his back to the cage.
Fadden is trying to break free.
A knee to the head by Runtiringen.
It looks like Jack Fadden has been cut.
Fadden is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Runtiringen pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Runtiringen putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Fadden in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Runtiringen lands a knee to the body.
Runtiringen putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Fadden in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Runtiringen leaning against his opponent.
Runtiringen using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Runtiringen landing knees to the body.
Runtiringen gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Runtiringen putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Fadden in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Runtiringen.
Runtiringen scores a nice knee to the body.
Runtiringen stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Runtiringen tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Fadden avoids it.
Runtiringen landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Runtiringen slows down the pace here.
Runtiringen with a knee to the head.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Runtiringen trying to land knees to the body.
The referee is keeping an eye on Runtiringen - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Runtiringen wants to stall.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Ranta Runtiringen.
Runtiringen has Fadden up against the cage in a clinch.
Fadden fails to pull guard.
Runtiringen is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Fadden is keeping busy.
Fadden managing to block the knees to the body from Runtiringen.
Runtiringen looking to slow down the pace here.
Fadden drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Runtiringen using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Fadden has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Runtiringen keeps control of Fadden as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Runtiringen avoiding damage as Fadden throws knees to the body.
Runtiringen connects with a knee to the head.
Fadden is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Runtiringen gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Fadden.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Runtiringen tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Runtiringen stalling in the clinch but Fadden improves position.
Fadden on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Fadden has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Runtiringen is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Knees in the clinch landing for Fadden.
Fadden tries to pull guard but Runtiringen holds him up against the cage and eventually Fadden drops back down to his feet.
Runtiringen slowing the pace effectively.
Fadden has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Runtiringen avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Runtiringen displaying some good clinch control by pressing Fadden up against the cage.
Knees to the body from Runtiringen.
Runtiringen pressing his opponent against the cage.
Runtiringen using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Fadden has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Fadden jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Runtiringen walks away with a smile on his face. Fadden gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Runtiringen throws a sloppy head kick and Fadden moves out of range easily.
That's four 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.
Fadden scores with a takedown into Runtiringen's guard.
Fadden preventing the sweep.
Runtiringen not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Runtiringen has Fadden pulled in close to control his posture.
Runtiringen not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Fadden postures up and lands a big shot to Runtiringen's brow.
Runtiringen keeping full guard, as Fadden tries to pass.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Runtiringen avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
No luck for Fadden with that takedown attempt.
Runtiringen misses with an attempted mid kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ranta Runtiringen dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jack Fadden'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.
A head kick misses from Runtiringen.
Ranta Runtiringen is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Fadden avoids the head kick by Runtiringen.
Fadden moves out of range of the body kick from Runtiringen.
Fadden moves out of range as Runtiringen throws a body kick.
Runtiringen swats away the attempt to clinch by Fadden.
Fadden avoids the head kick by Runtiringen.
Ranta Runtiringen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Runtiringen throws a head kick that misses.
Runtiringen throws a leg kick but Fadden moved away.
Runtiringen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Fadden looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Runtiringen throws a sloppy head kick and Fadden moves out of range easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Runtiringen throws a quick inside leg kick.
Fadden scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Fadden 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.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Runtiringen can't do much from the bottom here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
An elbow from Fadden crashes against the mat.
Fadden 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.
Fadden trying to control the position but Runtiringen is working away.
Fadden connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Runtiringen some visible discomfort.
Fadden wants to control but Runtiringen is keeping him busy.
Fadden is trying to get an arm triangle but Runtiringen is defending well.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Runtiringen throws a head kick but Fadden moves out of range.
Runtiringen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Runtiringen tries to land a front kick but Fadden steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Runtiringen throws a leg kick but Fadden checks it.
Fadden has closed the distance and engaged Runtiringen in a clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Runtiringen is pushing Fadden up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Runtiringen looking to throw knees to the head but Fadden is blocking nicely.
Runtiringen trying to land knees to the body.
Fadden lands a good knee to the midsection. Runtiringen won't want to take too many of those.
Fadden jumps guard but Runtiringen stands there with Fadden around his waist. Fadden gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Fadden misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Runtiringen.
Fadden wants the takedown. Runtiringen is fighting it off but Fadden persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Runtiringen's guard against the cage.
Fadden throws a big right hand that misses.
Runtiringen controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Runtiringen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Runtiringen is pulling down on Fadden's head to control his posture.
Fadden trying to control the position from guard on top but Runtiringen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fadden throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Runtiringen works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Runtiringen is pulling down on Fadden's head to control his posture.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fadden trying to control the position from guard on top but Runtiringen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Runtiringen is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Fadden accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Runtiringen pulls Fadden in close to his closed guard and prevents Fadden from doing any damage or advancing position.
Fadden distracts Runtiringen with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Runtiringen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Fadden working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Fadden postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fadden thows a big elbow that misses.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
An inside leg kick lands from Runtiringen.
Fadden avoids the head kick by Runtiringen.
Ranta Runtiringen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Runtiringen tries a head kick but it misses.
Fadden checks a leg kick.
Runtiringen lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Fadden lands a slapping body shot.
Nice takedown defense from Runtiringen. No joy for Fadden on that attempt.
Runtiringen connects with a solid leg kick.
Runtiringen tries to close the distance and clinch up but Fadden swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Runtiringen throws a quick inside leg kick.
Fadden on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Runtiringen. Runtiringen obviously looking to wear him down.
The fight stays on the outside here - Fadden looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Fadden gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Jack Fadden will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Jack Fadden'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.
Runtiringen throws a sloppy head kick and Fadden moves out of range easily.
Runtiringen throws the kick towards the body but Fadden avoids it.
Runtiringen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Fadden gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Ranta Runtiringen has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Fadden on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Fadden managing to block the knees to the body from Runtiringen.
Fadden being controlled against the cage.
Runtiringen lands an elbow inside that Fadden shrugs off.
Runtiringen tries to land knees in the clinch but Fadden avoids the damage to the body.
Runtiringen misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Fadden.
Runtiringen throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Runtiringen has Fadden pressed against the cage, preventing Fadden from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Fadden landing knees to the body.
Fadden tries to pull guard but Runtiringen won't allow it.
Fadden tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Fadden tries to land knees in the clinch but Runtiringen avoids the damage to the body.
Fadden avoiding damage as Runtiringen throws knees to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Fadden tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Ranta Runtiringen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Fadden.
Fadden fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Fadden fails to pull guard.
Fadden is trying to break the clinch but Runtiringen has him pressed against the cage.
Fadden has had enough of the clinch but Runtiringen keeps him there for the moment.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fadden jumps guard and drags Runtiringen to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Fadden has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Runtiringen is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Fadden is looking for a triangle but Runtiringen pushes his legs off easily.
Runtiringen postures up.
Fadden bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Runtiringen's guard.
Fadden stops Runtiringen from standing up.
Runtiringen controlling Fadden's posture.
Fadden trying to control the position from guard on top but Runtiringen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fadden throwing strikes from guard but Runtiringen blocks nicely.
Fadden preventing the sweep.
Fadden throws a big right hand that misses.
Runtiringen lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Fadden!
Runtiringen looking to control and managing it successfully.
Runtiringen moves to his opponent's back but Fadden bucks him off and ends up in guard. A bit of a disaster there for Runtiringen.
Fadden scoring with some ground and pound.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Runtiringen manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Fadden manages to get himself to full guard.
Runtiringen slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Runtiringen trying to control the action but Fadden is working from the bottom.
Runtiringen in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Runtiringen's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Runtiringen has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The referee stands the fighters back up. Ranta Runtiringen just wasn't active enough from the dominant position.
Fadden fails with an attempt to clinch.
Fadden's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Runtiringen throws a head kick that misses.
Fadden moves out of range as Runtiringen throws a body kick.
Runtiringen throws a head kick but Fadden moves out of range.
Fadden moves in looking to clinch but Runtiringen pushes him off.
Fadden wants to clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Ranta Runtiringen.
I think Runtiringen has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ranta Runtiringen!
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Dan Morgan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Danny Vista (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.
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204 lbs
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Counter striker
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Counter striker
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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
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Dan Morgan!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Danny Vista!
The judges for this bout are , Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A combination from Vista does no damage.
Danny Vista seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vista looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Morgan lands a slapping body shot.
Morgan motions for Vista to come forward. Morgan throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Morgan misses with a double jab
and Vista counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Vista is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Morgan has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Vista is looking to defend but Morgan has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Vista! Morgan pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Vista taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Dan Morgan!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Robert Jones (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and David Jones (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). David Jones has chosen Purple Haze by Jimi Hendrix as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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270 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
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Robert Jones!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, David Jones!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Jack Bonds and .
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
David Jones misses with the combination.
Robert Jones misses with a combination
and David Jones counters with a nice uppercut.
David Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Robert Jones is just out of range.
David Jones misses with a hook. Robert Jones ducked under it nicely.
David Jones falls off balance throwing a combination
and Robert Jones counters with a nice uppercut.
Robert Jones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from David Jones.
David Jones throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Robert Jones throws a combination that misses
and David Jones counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The crowd cheers as David Jones lands an impressive looking overhand right. Robert Jones doesn't seem phased though.
It looks like Robert Jones has been cut.
A punch combination from Robert Jones misses.
David Jones scores with a jab to the body.
Robert Jones is breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Robert Jones on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
David Jones misses with a body shot.
David Jones 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.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Robert Jones takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
David Jones connects with a good straight punch right through the guard and follows up with a right hook and a left hook! That last one sent Robert Jones tumbling to the canvas! David Jones pours on the pressure with more strikes and the referee has no hesitation diving in to stop the fight! Robert Jones was done - good stoppage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). David Jones!
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Hong Xueijin (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Damiano Jacara (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Xueijin comes to the cage accompanied by AK-47 - 出发. Damiano Jacara has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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196 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
6 - 3 - 1, fighting out of Los Angeles, Hong Xueijin!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Damiano Jacara!
The judges for this bout are , Timothy Bukovac and Jack Bonds.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jacara shoots in but Xueijin avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Xueijin drops Jacara with a beautiful combination! Jacara stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Xueijin is looking for the KO!
It looks like Damiano Jacara has been cut.
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!
Jacara fails with the takedown.
Some wild striking there from Xueijin.
Xueijin lands a hook that stumbles Jacara back into the cage. Xueijin follows up with a straight and another hook that land right on the button, dropping Jacara to the canvas! Xueijin pounces and lands several unanswered shots - Jacara has had enough and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Hong Xueijin!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Albert Albertson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and TheMegaMan GameMaster (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Albert Albertson could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to TheMegaMan GameMaster's chin.
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163 lbs
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154 lbs
7 - 7 - 0 |
BJJ Purple Belt
Excellent boxer
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Brawler
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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
3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Albert Albertson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
7 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, TheMegaMan GameMaster!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Albertson works the jab nicely.
GameMaster closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Albertson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by GameMaster.
GameMaster tries for a takedown but Albertson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
The fighters circle momentarily. Albertson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
GameMaster looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
GameMaster prevents Albertson from improving his position.
GameMaster is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
GameMaster throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
GameMaster is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
GameMaster seems to be working for a kimura but Albertson defends the submission attempt.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Albertson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
GameMaster has gone for a leg lock! Albertson slips out almost immediately though and dives into GameMaster's guard.
GameMaster looks gassed!
GameMaster can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Albertson controls the pace.
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.
GameMaster escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Albertson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Albertson stands and throws GameMaster's legs to the side, diving into side control.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
GameMaster tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Albertson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
GameMaster is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
GameMaster trying to remain calm as Albertson controls from the top position.
Albertson has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
GameMaster tries to buck Albertson off but Albertson is having none of it.
Albertson in side control, just content to control the action for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The referee stands the fighters back up. Albert Albertson just wasn't active enough from the dominant position.
GameMaster avoids a kick to the body.
GameMaster takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
GameMaster shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Albertson napping and manages to drive through into side control!
GameMaster passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Albertson!
GameMaster goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Albertson is on top in guard.
GameMaster looking for subs off his back but Albertson has passed one foot through into half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Albertson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
GameMaster is looking to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Albert Albertson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
No luck with that takedown attempt from GameMaster.
Albertson connects with a nice looking jab.
GameMaster shoots in but Albertson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Nice takedown defense from Albertson. No joy for GameMaster on that attempt.
Albert Albertson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of TheMegaMan GameMaster.
GameMaster walks into a jab.
Albertson lands with a straight right. GameMaster didn't see that one coming.
It looks like TheMegaMan GameMaster has been cut.
Albertson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Albertson drops GameMaster with a beautiful combination! GameMaster stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Albertson is looking for the KO!
GameMaster is rocked!
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!
GameMaster is holding his hands too far apart here. Albertson throws a hard, straight punch right down the pipe and BOOM! GameMaster is out! That punch landed square on the jaw - what a shot!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Albert Albertson!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between dan the tank (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kublai Konn (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). the tank kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is ready to fight. Konn has chosen The Bloodhound Gang - Dirty Touch as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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240 lbs
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280 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
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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
6 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, dan the tank!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Kublai Konn!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, and Timothy Bukovac.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from the tank.
the tank shoots for a takedown but Konn saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
the tank shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for dan the tank. That's going to take a lot out of him.
the tank is trying hard to land a takedown here. Konn sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Konn drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Konn wants to control but the tank is keeping him busy.
Konn stands up.
dan the tank seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
the tank with a lazy takedown attempt
and Konn counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Konn is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, the tank has managed to free his arm - good work.
Konn seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but the tank does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Konn is thwarting the tank's attempts to control the position.
Konn working the head and body with strikes.
the tank is trying to maintain the position but Konn is very close to passing his half guard.
the tank is breathing heavily.
Konn lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Konn is trying to work for a kimura but the tank is defending well.
Konn is working for a kimura but the tank is defending it quite comfortably.
the tank blocking the ground and pound attempt from Konn.
Konn is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and the tank defends it well.
Konn is controlling the pace.
the tank wants to control but Konn is keeping busy and won't allow it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
the tank keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
the tank might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Konn is taking a breather. the tank says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Konn decides to return to a standing position.
Konn changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. the tank looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
the tank can't do much from the bottom here.
the tank is looking for a sweep.
Konn tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
the tank regains half guard.
Konn is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Konn is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
the tank trying to control but Konn postures up.
the tank gets full guard.
the tank has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Konn can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
the tank working a defensive guard here.
Konn working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of the tank's head.
the tank looking for subs off his back but Konn has passed one foot through into half guard.
Konn wants to pass to mount but the tank is defending the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Konn uses his free foot to push down on the tank's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for the tank.
Konn looking for a guillotine from mount but the tank is having none of it.
the tank takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Konn is standing up out of mount! Strange tactic there - he must really want this one on the feet!
Konn is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Konn darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Konn scoring with strikes to the body and head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
the tank won't allow Konn to pass to mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kublai Konn 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.
Konn connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
the tank looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Kublai Konn has got the better of the ground game so far.
Konn is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. the tank is aware though and is defending well.
the tank is in close to Konn's body, working some short punches and elbows.
the tank keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Konn's head.
the tank throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
the tank prevents Konn from getting back to his feet.
Konn preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
the tank scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
the tank looking to pass the guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as the tank accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
the tank in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Konn lands with a hook. the tank tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Konn connects with a good right hand that stumbles the tank. the tank circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
the tank gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Konn counters with a stiff right hand.
Konn scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
the tank is not content to let Konn control the position.
Konn not landing any meaningful shots this time.
the tank gets back to full guard.
the tank looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Konn lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Konn accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Konn lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Konn forces his way into half guard.
Konn is thwarting the tank's attempts to control the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Konn seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Konn looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
the tank is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Konn pulls his head out easily.
Konn thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Konn is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
the tank wants to control but Konn is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Konn is taking a breather. the tank says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
the tank wants to improve his position but Konn is controlling well.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Konn is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, the tank has managed to free his arm - good work.
Konn is looking for a kimura but the tank is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Konn to get the leverage.
the tank is positioning himself well to prevent Konn advancing to mount.
the tank is trying to get back to full guard.
Konn is trying to control. the tank wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
the tank trying to hold on to Konn's head to control him but Konn postures up.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
the tank moves out of range of the leg kick from Konn.
That's four 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.
the tank keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
the tank tries for a takedown but Konn circles away easily
and Konn counters with a nice uppercut.
the tank shoots and misses
and Konn counters with a straight right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for dan the tank. That's going to take a lot out of him.
the tank misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Konn to counter with a crisp jab.
Konn shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Konn showed some decent athleticism there.
the tank makes his way to full guard. A much better position for the tank.
the tank working for a triangle but Konn defends it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
the tank wants to improve his position but instead Konn has moved into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kublai Konn showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
Konn dips to his left and cracks the tank with an uppercut!
Horrible takedown by Konn or perhaps it was just good defense by the tank which made him look bad.
the tank misses with a takedown
and Konn counters with a takedown into full mount! That could mean trouble for the tank!
Konn looking to finish the tank with some ground and pound. This is bad for the tank!
the tank has given up his back. Will we see Konn going for some submissions?
Oooh a big shot gets through from Konn. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
Konn keeps control of the position as the tank tries to break free.
Konn working for the choke.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
the tank tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Konn looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
the tank defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Konn.
the tank sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Konn working the head and body with strikes.
Konn has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Konn wants to take a breather but the tank is having none of it.
Konn is controlling the pace.
the tank is trying to control but can't.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Konn seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Konn not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
the tank has his takedown stuffed
and Konn counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps the tank thinking.
dan the tank is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A jab from Konn finds it's way through the tank's defenses.
the tank with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Konn to score with a decent uppercut.
the tank walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
the tank doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Konn counters with a nice double leg into guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for dan the tank. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
the tank is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
the tank keeping moving, preventing Konn from controlling successfully.
the tank not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
the tank wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Konn is now in half guard.
Konn is trying to work for a kimura but the tank is defending well.
Konn is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
the tank is trying to control but can't.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Konn is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
the tank regains full guard. Nicely done.
the tank keeping moving, preventing Konn from controlling successfully.
the tank wants to sweep but no luck.
Kublai Konn is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Konn passes into half guard.
the tank is staying active underneath Konn, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kublai Konn comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Konn 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 26:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kublai Konn!
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Co-main event
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Aaron Lee (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jack Hass (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Hass has chosen Boats N Hoes as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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205 lbs
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218 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
Counter striker
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Brawler
Powerful |
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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
6 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Aaron Lee!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 2 - 1, fighting out of Los Angeles, Jack Hass!
The judges for this bout are , Jack Bonds and Timothy Bukovac.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hass shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Hass 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.
Hass trying to control but Lee is working from the bottom.
Lee is looking to stand up but Hass isn't so interested in that idea.
Hass drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Lee manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Hass has Lee in his guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hass is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lee won't allow Hass to sweep him here.
Lee wants to control from the top but Hass keeps moving.
Hass is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Hass is looking for a triangle but Lee pushes his legs off easily.
Lee trying to control the position from guard on top but Hass is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hass working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lee.
Lee wants to control from the top but Hass keeps moving.
Lee stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hass swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hass looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lee is one step ahead there.
Hass looking for a guillotine here but Lee defends easily.
Hass looks gassed!
Hass tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lee in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hass.
Lee closes the distance and clinches.
Hass is working for takedown but Lee is calmly controlling the position for now.
Hass stops a takedown attempt from Lee.
Hass is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Aaron Lee has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Hass.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hass tries to score a body lock takedown but Lee shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Lee manages to pull guard.
Hass tries to free his leg and advance position but Lee is retaining full guard.
Hass trying to control but Lee is working from the bottom.
Hass is looking to advance position but Lee has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
Lee dominating with strikes here.
Lee is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Hass is surviving well by controlling Lee's body position as best he can.
Lee lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Hass is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hass looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight.
Hass manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Hass is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lee pulls his head out easily.
Hass looking for submissions off his back.
Hass taking some punishment here, with Lee in his half guard.
Lee wants to take a breather but Hass is having none of it.
Hass looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jack Hass dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
Lee misses with a takedown attempt
and Hass counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Hass seems to be looking for submissions.
Lee trying to hold on to Hass's head to control him but Hass postures up.
Lee won't allow Hass to pass to mount.
Hass wants to take a breather but Lee is having none of it.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Hass is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lee defends it well.
Hass seems to be working for a kimura but Lee defends the submission attempt.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hass is working for a kimura but Lee is defending it quite comfortably.
Hass is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lee sees it coming and defends easily.
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.
Hass is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lee doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hass.
Hass wants to work for an arm triangle but Lee is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lee trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Hass manages to pass to mount!
Hass working for a guillotine from mount but Lee is in no mood to give up.
Hass looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Lee is squirming around, avoiding Hass's attempts to control the action.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hass content just to control the position here.
Hass can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lee is looking to escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jack Hass showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. And we move into the final round!
Hass shoots and misses
and Lee decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Hass's guard.
Lee got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hass has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lee has managed to get both his arms back between Hass's legs - danger averted.
Hass working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lee doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lee manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lee stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Hass gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Hass trying to keep a closed guard but Lee is proving a slippery customer.
Lee has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Lee got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hass has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lee has managed to get both his arms back between Hass's legs - danger averted.
Hass escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lee gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hass is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lee is aware though and is defending well.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hass had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lee defends it easily.
Lee distracts Hass with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Hass is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Jack Hass has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hass has his foot on Lee's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lee works his way back into a safe position though.
Lee preventing the sweep.
Hass looking for a guillotine here but Lee defends easily.
Hass looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lee is one step ahead there.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hass manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lee manages to get himself to full guard.
Hass 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.
Hass pushes down on Lee's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Hass is trying to control. Lee wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hass passes to side control.
Hass has hold of Lee's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Lee tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Hass cranks the arm and Lee screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Lee, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Jack Hass!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Leonidas Spaticus (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Franziskus Meier (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Spaticus comes to the cage accompanied by Invaders Must Die. There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
7 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Leonidas Spaticus!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Franziskus Meier!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, and Timothy Bukovac.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Meier will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Meier thows a left - swing and a miss!
Spaticus clinches up against the cage.
Spaticus tries to break the clinch but Meier is controlling the position.
Spaticus breaks from the clinch.
Meier circles away from the clinch attempt.
Spaticus tries to clinch but Meier moves out of range.
Meier throws a jab but it's blocked by Spaticus.
Spaticus fails in his attempt to clinch.
Spaticus rushes Meier and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Meier escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Meier jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Spaticus is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Meier paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Meier takes a swing at Spaticus's ribcage but misses.
Spaticus drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Meier lands with an overhand left.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Spaticus moves out of range as Meier strikes.
Spaticus takes the fight into the clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Meier wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Meier pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Spaticus has closed the distance and engaged Meier in a clinch.
Meier breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Franziskus Meier is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Spaticus clinches up with Meier and pushes him back against the cage.
Spaticus wants to break free but Meier has control.
Spaticus breaks from the clinch.
Spaticus misses with a hook.
Spaticus is looking to clinch.
Spaticus tries to clinch up but Meier circles away and keeps his distance.
Meier circles away from the clinch attempt.
Spaticus steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Meier.
Spaticus falls off balance throwing a combination
and Meier counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Spaticus shoots in and bounces Meier off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Spaticus might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Meier is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Meier keeping moving, preventing Spaticus from controlling successfully.
Meier avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Spaticus stops Meier from standing up.
Spaticus postures up in Meier's guard and throws a big left but Meier blocks it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Spaticus looking to pass the guard.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Spaticus tries to clinch but Meier moves away
and Meier cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Meier swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Spaticus throws a series of punches but Meier avoids them all with ease.
Meier scores with a nice head shot.
Meier throws a hook but Spaticus blocks it.
Spaticus wants to clinch
and Meier counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Meier throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Spaticus is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Meier lands a nice hook to Spaticus's body. Spaticus takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Spaticus wants to clinch
and Meier counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Meier has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Meier swinging wildly here.
Meier slips a jab and a cross from Spaticus.
Meier might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Horrible takedown by Spaticus or perhaps it was just good defense by Meier which made him look bad.
Meier throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Meier misses with a looping left.
Spaticus throws a series of punches but Meier avoids them all with ease.
Spaticus is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Meier throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Spaticus counters by clinching up.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Meier has had enough of the clinch but Spaticus keeps him there for the moment.
Spaticus tries to pull guard but Meier holds him up against the cage and eventually Spaticus drops back down to his feet.
Meier breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Meier is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Spaticus is looking to clinch but Meier is avoiding it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Franziskus Meier 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.
Spaticus slips under a jab.
Meier is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Spaticus.
Spaticus uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Meier.
Spaticus throws a combination that misses
and Meier counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Spaticus wants to clinch up but Meier keeps it at a distance.
Meier throws a chopping leg kick but Spaticus manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Meier tries a head kick but it misses.
Spaticus defending well as Meier loads up on a big left hand.
Meier misses with an attempted mid kick.
Meier fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Spaticus looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Spaticus throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Meier was covering up waiting for the punch and Spaticus finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Meier keeping full guard, as Spaticus tries to pass.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Meier pushes Spaticus off and gets back to his feet.
Meier misses with a hook.
Spaticus is looking to clinch.
Spaticus wants to clinch
and Meier counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Spaticus tries to clinch
and Meier counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Spaticus takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Franziskus Meier seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Meier lands with a hook. Spaticus tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Spaticus displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Meier throws out the jab.
Meier misses with an uppercut.
Meier fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Spaticus.
Good shot there by Meier.
Meier throws out a loose jab but Spaticus uses good head movement to avoid it.
Meier fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Spaticus on the side of the head.
Meier throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Spaticus counters with a series of strikes. Meier will be more careful next time no doubt.
Meier is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Spaticus.
Meier throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Spaticus tries to grapple but his opponent circles
enabling Meier to counter with a crisp jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Meier. Spaticus does a little dance to reset his feet.
Spaticus uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Meier.
Meier tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Spaticus was well out of range. Poor timing from Meier.
Spaticus swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Spaticus tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Meier throws a shot from downtown. Spaticus moves away and avoids it.
Spaticus tries to clinch but Meier moves away
and Meier counters with a good low kick that Spaticus was not able to check.
Spaticus uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Meier.
Spaticus throws a shot from downtown. Meier moves away and avoids it.
Spaticus wants to clinch
and Meier counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Meier scores with a decent looking hook.
Spaticus looks to clinch
and Meier counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Meier stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Spaticus defending well as Meier loads up on a big left hand.
Meier misses with an uppercut.
The fight stays on the outside here - Spaticus looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Spaticus tries for a takedown but Meier sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Spaticus clinches.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Spaticus is looking to break free of the clinch but Meier has double underhooks.
Spaticus blocking some punches.
Meier breaks from the clinch.
Spaticus clinches but Meier breaks the clinch
and Meier counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nice shot by Meier.
Meier throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Spaticus counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Spaticus.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spaticus's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Leonidas Spaticus is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Spaticus is looking to clinch but Meier is avoiding it.
Spaticus shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Spaticus tries to free his leg and advance position but Meier is retaining full guard.
Meier is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Franziskus Meier showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Meier throws a jab but it's blocked by Spaticus.
Spaticus clinches but Meier breaks the clinch
and Meier counters with a nice body shot.
Spaticus takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Spaticus wants to clinch but Meier slips to the side
and Meier connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Spaticus throws a left and a right that both miss
and Meier counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Meier ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Meier misses with a wild combination.
Meier connects with a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Meier circles away from the clinch attempt
and Meier counters with a nice uppercut.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Meier!
Some wild striking there from Meier.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A swing and a miss from Meier.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Spaticus clinches but Meier breaks the clinch
and Meier counters with a stiff right hand.
Spaticus gets a clinch.
Meier is looking to break free of the clinch but Spaticus has double underhooks.
Spaticus breaks from the clinch.
Meier missing with a left hand there. Spaticus was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Meier keeps the fight on the outside.
Meier circles away from the clinch attempt.
Spaticus moves into the clinch successfully.
Spaticus has had enough of the clinch but Meier keeps him there for the moment.
Spaticus breaks from the clinch.
Spaticus throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Spaticus looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Meier looks to throw the jab but Spaticus is out of range.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Spaticus tries to clinch but Meier moves out of range.
Spaticus tries to score a power double leg takedown but Meier sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Spaticus somewhat.
Spaticus moves in looking to clinch but Meier pushes him off.
Spaticus misses with a series of wild punches.
Meier fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Spaticus looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Spaticus slips a jab and a cross from Meier.
Spaticus throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Meier counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Meier lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Spaticus at a distance.
Meier works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Meier lands with an overhand left.
Spaticus on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Meier pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Spaticus closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Meier misses with a wild combination.
Meier stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Meier wants it to stay on the feet.
Spaticus wants to clinch
and Meier counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Meier missing with a left hand there. Spaticus was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Spaticus misses with a few strikes there.
Spaticus looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Meier takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Spaticus tries to clinch but Meier moves away
and Meier counters with a stiff right hand.
Spaticus tries to clinch but Meier moves out of range.
Spaticus staying out of range there.
Spaticus clinches but Meier breaks the clinch
and Meier counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Spaticus lands with a nice combination. Meier backs away looking to recover.
Meier has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A swing and a miss from Meier.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Spaticus ducks under a wild hook from Meier.
Spaticus tries to clinch up
and Meier counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Spaticus ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Spaticus tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Meier fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Spaticus manages to avoid it.
Meier avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Spaticus lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Meier backs up against the cage.
Meier takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Spaticus rushes Meier and presses him up against the cage.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Meier wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Spaticus is looking to break free of the clinch but Meier has double underhooks.
Spaticus wants to break the clinch but can't.
Meier breaks the clinch.
Spaticus tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Meier paws at him with a jab and circles away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Franziskus Meier really dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Spaticus has Meier up against the cage in a clinch.
Meier has Spaticus pressed against the cage, preventing Spaticus from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Meier's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Meier looks to throw the jab but Spaticus is out of range.
Spaticus closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Spaticus tries to pull guard but Meier holds him up against the cage and eventually Spaticus drops back down to his feet.
Meier tries to break the clinch but Spaticus is controlling the position.
Meier breaks from the clinch.
Spaticus tries to clinch up
and Meier counters with a two punch combo.
Meier tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Spaticus tries to clinch but Meier moves away
and Spaticus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Meier is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Spaticus moves in looking to clinch but Meier pushes him off.
Spaticus tries to clinch up
and Meier counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Spaticus tries to clinch up
and Meier cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Spaticus wants to clinch but Meier slips to the side
and Meier counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Spaticus is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Meier lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Spaticus tries to clinch but Meier moves away
letting Meier counter with a right hand.
Spaticus wants to clinch but Meier slips to the side
and Meier counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Meier circles away from the clinch attempt.
Meier swings away with a body shot that misses
and Spaticus moves into the clinch.
Spaticus tries to stall but Meier uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Meier can't break the clinch.
Spaticus is trying to force a seperation but Meier has the dominant position.
Meier is looking to break free of the clinch but Spaticus has double underhooks.
Spaticus is trying to break the clinch but Meier has him pressed against the cage.
Spaticus tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Meier just stands there and leans against the cage.
Spaticus keeps control of Meier as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Spaticus tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leonidas Spaticus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Spaticus has Meier pressed against the cage, preventing Meier from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Spaticus breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Spaticus tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Meier paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Meier lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Spaticus circles away quickly and effectively.
Spaticus throws a nice looking combination but Meier bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Meier avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Spaticus defending well as Meier loads up on a big left hand.
Nice defenses there by Spaticus.
Spaticus tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Meier paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Spaticus is looking to clinch but Meier is avoiding it.
Spaticus tries to close the distance and clinch but Meier swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Meier misses with a two punch combination.
Spaticus rushes Meier and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Spaticus pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Left hook, right uppercut from Spaticus.
Spaticus tries to close the distance and clinch up but Meier swats him away and circles back towards the center.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Spaticus wants to clinch but Meier slips to the side
and Meier counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Spaticus wants to clinch up but Meier keeps it at a distance.
Spaticus closes the distance looking to clinch
and Meier counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Spaticus wants to clinch but Meier slips to the side
and Meier counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Meier motions for Spaticus to come forward. Meier throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Spaticus moves into the clinch.
Spaticus jumps into guard, dragging Meier to the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Meier won't allow Spaticus to sweep him here.
Meier is fighting to break Spaticus's control of his arms but Spaticus is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Meier not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Meier won't allow Spaticus to sweep him here.
Meier is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Spaticus looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Meier gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Franziskus Meier dominated that fourth 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. And we move into the final round!
Spaticus wants to clinch up but Meier keeps it at a distance.
Meier looks to throw the jab but Spaticus is out of range.
Meier throws a hook to the side of Spaticus's head but Spaticus sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Spaticus bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Spaticus rushes Meier and presses him up against the cage.
Meier tries to circle away but Spaticus has him pinned against the cage.
Meier breaks the clinch.
Spaticus tries to clinch but Meier moves out of range.
Donk. Meier catches Spaticus right on the button with a cross.
Meier throws a looping overhand right but Spaticus ducks down to avoid it.
Meier takes a swing at Spaticus's ribcage but misses.
Spaticus takes the fight into the clinch.
Meier's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spaticus tries to clinch but Meier is having none of it.
Meier is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Meier throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Spaticus counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Spaticus keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Meier's head.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Spaticus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Meier is keeping the position for now.
Spaticus won't allow Meier to get back to his feet.
Spaticus slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Meier wants to get back to his feet but Spaticus drags him back down.
Spaticus is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Meier knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Spaticus working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Meier tries to bench press Spaticus off him but Spaticus keeps the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Spaticus gets to mount! Meier was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Spaticus has hold of Meier's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Meier manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Spaticus goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Meier turns into him and now he's in Spaticus's guard.
Leonidas Spaticus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Spaticus escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Meier gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Meier seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Meier stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Spaticus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Leonidas Spaticus showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Meier 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 46:49
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 46:49
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 46:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Franziskus Meier!
Franziskus Meier is the new heavyweight champion!
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