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Syn' 300: 4th Time's the Charm PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Viserys Targaryen (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Holden James (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying James's choice of entrance music: Aerials. 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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184 lbs
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184 lbs
27 - 20 - 1 |
Abu Dhabi Champ
Lethal high kicks
Cardio machine |
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Good wrestler
World class MT
Granite chin |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
20 - 11 - 1, fighting out of Las Vegas, Viserys Targaryen!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
27 - 20 - 1, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Holden James!
The judges for this bout are , Frank Antenori and Don Winkell.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Targaryen misses with a low kick.
Targaryen shoots for a double leg takedown but James sprawls well. He's pushed Targaryen's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Targaryen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
James misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Targaryen throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent James stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
James on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Targaryen throws a leg kick
and James cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Targaryen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but James moves away.
Targaryen takes a swing at James's ribcage but misses.
Targaryen misses with a body shot.
Targaryen connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
James is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Targaryen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Targaryen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Targaryen misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting James counter with a right hand.
Targaryen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but James was well out of range. Poor timing from Targaryen.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Targaryen moves out of range of the body kick.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Targaryen moves out of range of the strikes.
Targaryen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but James manages to avoid it.
Targaryen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but James was well out of range. Poor timing from Targaryen.
Targaryen cracks a nice hook into James's ribs.
Nice shot lands for Targaryen.
James avoids the body shot from Targaryen.
Targaryen throws a leg kick but James sees it coming and checks it nicely.
James pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Targaryen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from James.
James tries a head kick but it misses.
Targaryen moves out of range of the body kick from James.
Targaryen takes a swing at James's ribcage but misses.
James doesn't manage to clinch there - Targaryen circles away.
A low kick from Targaryen is predictable there
and James counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Targaryen shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Targaryen will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
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!
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Targaryen won't allow James to sweep him here.
James utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
James pulls Targaryen in close to his closed guard and prevents Targaryen from doing any damage or advancing position.
Targaryen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. James is keeping the position for now.
Targaryen throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Targaryen accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
James avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
James looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
James keeping moving, preventing Targaryen from controlling successfully.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Targaryen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but James moves away.
Targaryen swings for the body but James moves out of range.
Targaryen uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before James has time to react.
Targaryen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Targaryen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from James.
Targaryen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but James was well out of range. Poor timing from Targaryen.
Targaryen thows a body shot but no joy.
Targaryen throws a looping overhand right but James ducks down to avoid it.
Targaryen throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
James stuffs the takedown.
James lands a nice looking body kick.
James uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Targaryen.
Targaryen jabs James right on the nose. James blinks but takes it well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Targaryen swings and misses with a shot to the body
and James counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Targaryen fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Targaryen takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
James misses with a hook.
Targaryen misses with a hook to the body
and James counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A jab lands there for Targaryen.
James keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Viserys Targaryen 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.
Targaryen changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Targaryen lands with a good body shot.
James throws a big shot that misses.
Targaryen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
James looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Targaryen throws a sloppy body shot
enabling James to counter with a crisp jab.
James takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
James cracks Targaryen with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
James on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Targaryen. Targaryen obviously looking to wear him down.
Targaryen walks into a jab.
Viserys Targaryen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Targaryen tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
James misses with a hook.
James throws a push kick but Targaryen slaps the foot to one side.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
A nice leg kick lands there from James.
James tries to clinch but Targaryen moves out of range.
Targaryen thows a body shot but no joy.
That's one minute gone in the round.
James slips a jab from Targaryen.
Targaryen is looking to wear down James with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Targaryen shoots for a double leg takedown but James sprawls well. He's pushed Targaryen's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Targaryen thows a body shot but no joy.
A chopping leg kick lands by Targaryen.
Targaryen throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck James on the side of the head.
Targaryen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
James throws a right hand that Targaryen ducks under and follows up with a left that Targaryen also avoids with ease.
Targaryen comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Targaryen throws a leg kick
and James counters by clinching up.
Targaryen struggles to land a body shot inside as James controls his hands.
Targaryen is trying to work for a single leg takedown but James pulls him back up using the underhooks.
James's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Targaryen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
James struggles to land a body shot inside as Targaryen controls his hands.
Targaryen doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Targaryen displaying some good clinch control by pressing James up against the cage.
Targaryen misses with some punches.
Targaryen scores with a hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
James swings away with an uppercut that misses.
James lands a left hand.
James is trying to push Targaryen away but Targaryen has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Targaryen makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
James is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Targaryen misses with a hook from the clinch.
Targaryen lands a nice shot to the body.
Targaryen blocks a punch to the side of the head.
James works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
James tries to work over Targaryen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Targaryen lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of James backwards.
James working aggressively here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
James tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Targaryen's elbow.
Targaryen can't find room to land a body shot as James controls the action.
A right hand to the body from James.
James tries to throw a body punch but Targaryen avoids it by throwing James back against the cage.
James blocks a body shot from Targaryen.
James works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Targaryen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Targaryen wants to stall.
Targaryen seems a little flustered. He's come in with the intention of controlling the clinch but James is preventing him from doing so, at least for the moment.
Targaryen blocks a body shot from James.
Targaryen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, James creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Targaryen blocks a body shot from James.
A head punch on the inside from James fails to land.
A head punch on the inside from Targaryen fails to land.
Targaryen takes an elbow to the temple.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Targaryen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Targaryen lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of James backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
James tries a body shot but Targaryen blocks it.
James breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Targaryen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but James manages to avoid it.
Targaryen loads up on a big right hand but James slips the punch.
Targaryen comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Targaryen avoids the head kick by James.
Targaryen cracks a nice hook into James's ribs.
Targaryen shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Viserys Targaryen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Targaryen fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but James is out of range.
Targaryen misses with a body shot.
James has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
James keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Targaryen walks into a jab.
Targaryen swings for the body but James moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Viserys Targaryen will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
James fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Targaryen, pushing him back against the cage.
Targaryen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
James gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Targaryen.
A short right from Targaryen.
James tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
James misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Targaryen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
James wants to break free but Targaryen has control.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Stalling in the clinch from James.
Targaryen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Targaryen prevents a body shot from James.
James doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
James doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
James lands a right hand that snaps the head of Targaryen backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by James.
That's one minute gone in the round.
James misses with a body punch.
Targaryen keeps the fight in the clinch, despite James's efforts to push away.
James breaks the clinch.
A big right from Targaryen misses.
James takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Targaryen lands a right hook to the body.
Targaryen takes a swing at James's ribcage but misses.
James keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jab from James.
Viserys Targaryen is winning the standup battle so far.
James displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Targaryen throws out the jab.
Targaryen just misses with a punch to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Targaryen. James does a little dance to reset his feet.
Targaryen misses with a body punch
and James counters with a slapping leg kick.
James looks to land a body kick but Targaryen moved away.
Holden James has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Targaryen digs a good hook to James's body.
Targaryen will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
James throws out a loose jab but Targaryen uses good head movement to avoid it.
James uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Targaryen.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Targaryen misses the body punch
and James counters with an inside leg kick.
Targaryen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
James keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Donk. James catches Targaryen right on the button with a cross.
Targaryen is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Targaryen drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Targaryen misses with a wild body shot.
Targaryen closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
James misses with an uppercut. Targaryen saw that one coming.
A combination from James does no damage.
James fails to land with a series of punches.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Targaryen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but James moves away.
James gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Targaryen.
James lands with a cross.
A shot to the body from Targaryen misses
and James counters with a left to the body.
A big right from Targaryen misses.
Targaryen thows a body shot but no joy.
James jabbing away but nothing is landing.
James misses with a wild body shot.
James connects with a solid leg kick.
James rushes Targaryen and presses him up against the cage.
Targaryen struggles to land a body shot inside as James controls his hands.
Targaryen tries to work over James's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Targaryen lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of James backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Targaryen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Viserys Targaryen is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
James tries to work over Targaryen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
James misses with an elbow strike.
James misses with a punch to the body.
Targaryen working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Holden James seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
James throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Targaryens head.
James misses with a hook to the ribs.
James misses with a body punch.
With the fighters up against the cage, James throws an elbow but misses.
James tries to work over Targaryen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
James tries to throw a body punch but Targaryen avoids it by throwing James back against the cage.
Targaryen blocks the elbow strike.
James misses with a punch to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Holden James comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Targaryen 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Viserys Targaryen!
An out of breath Viserys Targaryen thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Indica Jatlier (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Keke Pummel (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Pummel is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: renegades. Indica Jatlier could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Keke Pummel's chin.
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177 lbs
21 - 13 - 0 |
Abu Dhabi Champ
World class boxer
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World class MT
Good gas tank |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
21 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Indica Jatlier!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
21 - 13 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Keke Pummel!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Frank Antenori and Jack Bonds.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jatlier does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Crunch! Jatlier slams his shin into Pummel's torso.
Jatlier misses the shot to the body.
Jatlier thows a body shot but no joy.
A jab from Jatlier misses.
Jatlier attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Jatlier.
Pummel has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Jatlier.
Pummel stuffs the takedown attempt from Jatlier. Jatlier gets slowly back to his feet.
Jatlier throws a sloppy head kick and Pummel moves out of range easily.
Pummel misses with a body shot.
Jatlier throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pummel steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jatlier.
Jatlier lands a nice looking body shot.
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!
Jatlier misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Pummel misses with a head kick.
Jatlier throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jatlier throws a body kick that misses
and Pummel counters with a head kick.
Jatlier lands a slapping body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pummel. Jatlier does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jatlier tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pummel was well out of range. Poor timing from Jatlier.
Jatlier misses with a low kick.
Jatlier darts in and clinches Pummel up against the cage.
Jatlier can't find room to land a body shot as Pummel controls the action.
Pummel is trying to break the clinch but Jatlier is controlling him.
Jatlier misses with a hook from the clinch.
Pummel prevents a body shot from Jatlier.
Pummel throws a head punch that misses.
Pummel misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jatlier misses with a short punch on the inside.
Pummel scores with a hook to the body.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pummel lands an uppercut.
Jatlier misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Pummel has had enough of the clinch but Jatlier keeps him there for the moment.
Pummel lands a left hand.
Pummel tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jatlier's elbow.
Jatlier tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Pummel's elbow.
Jatlier misses with the head strike.
Pummel tries a body shot but Jatlier blocks it.
Jatlier tries a body shot but Pummel blocks it.
Pummel makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Pummel breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jatlier punishes Pummel's body with a nice straight punch.
Jatlier throws a head kick that misses.
Pummel takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Jatlier gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Pummel makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Pummel moves into range and connects with a jab.
Jatlier tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Pummel paws at him with a jab and circles away.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jatlier keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Indica Jatlier seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jatlier throws a leg kick which misses Pummel's front leg but catches the back leg as Pummel tries to avoid it.
Jatlier feints and then cracks Pummel's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Pummel down.
Jatlier misses with a body shot.
Pummel takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jatlier takes a swing at Pummel's ribcage but misses.
An inside leg kick lands from Pummel.
Jatlier throws a solid leg kick but Pummel takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jatlier.
Jatlier tries to land a front kick but Pummel steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jatlier misses with a wild body shot.
Jatlier throws a sloppy head kick and Pummel moves out of range easily.
Pummel throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jatlier tries to land a front kick but Pummel steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Pummel throws a head kick that misses.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jatlier misses with a jab, cross combination.
Pummel tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jatlier was well out of range. Poor timing from Pummel.
Pummel misses with a low kick as Jatlier jumps back.
Keke Pummel is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jatlier checks a leg kick.
Jatlier tries to work over Pummel's front leg with a kick but Pummel checks it.
Jatlier swings for the body but Pummel moves out of range.
Pummel lands a nice looking body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pummel misses with an uppercut. Jatlier saw that one coming.
Pummel thuds his shin into the meat of Jatlier's side.
Jatlier connects with a body shot that sends Pummel's belly button to the back.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Nice body punch from Jatlier.
Jatlier throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jatlier connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Pummel's hands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Indica Jatlier dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Pummel looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
An inside leg kick lands from Pummel.
Jatlier throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jatlier throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jatlier is looking to wear down Pummel with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Pummel throws a nice inside leg kick.
Jatlier swings widly with a right hand
and Pummel counters with an inside leg kick.
Jatlier avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Jatlier takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
It looks like Indica Jatlier has been cut.
Pummel uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jatlier.
Pummel cracks Jatlier with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pummel lands a head shot.
Jatlier misses the shot to the body.
Pummel throws a right hand that Jatlier ducks under and follows up with a left that Jatlier also avoids with ease.
Jatlier takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jatlier works Pummel's body with a nice hook.
Pummel throws a leg kick but Jatlier sees it coming and moves out of range.
Jatlier lands with a kick to the ribs.
Jatlier goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Pummel lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Pummel throws a sloppy head kick and Jatlier moves out of range easily.
Jatlier takes a swing at Pummel's ribcage but misses.
Jatlier takes a swing at Pummel's ribcage but misses.
Jatlier scores with a shot to the body.
Jatlier takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Pummel throws a low kick but Jatlier moves out of range easily.
Pummel connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Jatlier lands a nice shot to the body.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pummel clobbers Jatlier with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jatlier throws a series of punches but Pummel avoids them all with ease.
Jatlier cracks a nice hook into Pummel's ribs.
Jatlier throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Pummel.
Jatlier on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Pummel misses with a body shot.
Jatlier pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Pummel looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jatlier throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Pummel.
Jatlier throws a nice looking combination but Pummel bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Pummel slips a jab from Jatlier.
Jatlier fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pummel manages to avoid it.
Pummel has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Jatlier.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pummel throws a jab but it's blocked by Jatlier.
Jatlier is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Jatlier blocks a head kick by Pummel.
Pummel works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Jatlier moves out of range of the leg kick from Pummel.
Jatlier throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jatlier throws a lazy right hand but Pummel sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A big right from Jatlier misses.
Pummel misses with a low kick.
Jatlier looks to land a body kick but Pummel moved away.
Indica Jatlier is winning the standup battle so far.
Jatlier looks to land a left hand but Pummel moved out of range nicely.
A chopping leg kick lands by Jatlier.
Jatlier misses with a hook
enabling Pummel to counter with a crisp jab.
Jatlier throws a right and a left that Pummel avoids nicely.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pummel throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jatlier sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Pummel cracks Jatlier with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pummel just misses with a punch to the body.
Pummel throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jatlier uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pummel.
Pummel throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Pummel takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Jatlier comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jatlier shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Pummel as he jumps to the side.
Jatlier tries to land a front kick but Pummel steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
A left and a right from Pummel both land. Nice combination.
Pummel keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Keke Pummel showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Indica Jatlier's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
Pummel bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Jatlier throws a low kick but it's checked well by Pummel.
Pummel moves out of range of the body kick.
Pummel thuds a left hand into Jatlier's body.
Good work by Pummel as he checks the leg kick.
Jatlier misses with a wild body shot.
Jatlier jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jatlier looks to throw the jab but Pummel is out of range.
Jatlier is looking to land body kicks.
Jatlier throws a push kick but Pummel slaps the foot to one side.
Jatlier tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Pummel manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Jatlier misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Pummel darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Pummel throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Jatlier is rocked!
Indica Jatlier's cut is getting worse.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Pummel dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jatlier. That did some damage!
Oh Jatlier is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jatlier throws a wild body kick that Pummel sees coming a mile off.
Jatlier seems to have got his legs back now.
Pummel fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Pummel ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jatlier moves away.
Jatlier throws a body kick that misses.
Jatlier throws a leg kick that is checked
and Pummel counters with a nice uppercut.
Jatlier just misses with a punch to the body.
Jatlier throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jatlier shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Pummel napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Pummel pushes Jatlier away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Jatlier gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Jatlier misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Jatlier is looking to take a break and control but Pummel is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pummel sneaks out the side door and pushes Jatlier away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jatlier moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Jatlier throws a hook but Pummel avoids it easily.
Pummel throws a head kick that misses.
Pummel misses the shot to the body.
Pummel moves out of range of the leg kick from Jatlier.
Pummel checks a leg kick.
Jatlier misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pummel.
Pummel takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Jatlier throws a sloppy body shot
and Pummel counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A shot to the liver by Pummel. Beautiful body shot.
Danga de danga de dang - Pummel scores with a four punch combination!
Pummel uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jatlier.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jatlier drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Pummel misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Pummel bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Pummel avoids the body shot from Jatlier.
Jatlier takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Pummel plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Pummel throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Pummel takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Pummel misses with a head kick.
Jatlier tries to clinch but Pummel moves out of range.
Jatlier lands with a right hand.
Jatlier connects with a right hand. Pummel shakes it off.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pummel comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jatlier checks the leg kick nicely there.
A head kick misses from Jatlier.
Pummel throws a head kick but Jatlier moves out of range.
Jatlier drops his hands momentarily and Pummel takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Indica Jatlier's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Pummel slips a straight right by Jatlier.
Jatlier checks a leg kick nicely.
Nice body kick there by Jatlier.
Pummel misses the shot to the body.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Jatlier checks the leg kick.
Jatlier bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Jatlier lands with a good body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Keke Pummel comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Pummel 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Keke Pummel!
A victorious Keke Pummel thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Indica Jatlier spoke after the fight, saying 'Oh well, that was a pretty crappy performance.... I will have to do better next time. Well done, congrats.'.
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Rico Dominguez (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and James Mayer De Rothschild (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Dominguez kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Renegades of Funk. De Rothschild has chosen Money as his entrance music. Rico Dominguez could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to James Mayer De Rothschild's chin.
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146 lbs
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147 lbs
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World class boxer
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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
24 - 11 - 3, fighting out of New York, Rico Dominguez!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
32 - 16 - 2, fighting out of Los Angeles, James Mayer De Rothschild!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Jack Bonds and Timothy Bukovac.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
De Rothschild checks the leg kick nicely there.
De Rothschild works the jab nicely.
De Rothschild misses with a low kick.
De Rothschild swats away the attempt to clinch by Dominguez.
Dominguez leaves De Rothschild with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
De Rothschild throws a front kick aimed at Dominguez's knee but Dominguez avoids it well.
We've been told by Dominguez's head coaches at The Beast that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
De Rothschild scores with a crisp jab that stopped Dominguez in his tracks.
De Rothschild shoots in looking for a takedown. Dominguez tries to sprawl out of it but De Rothschild keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Dominguez manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
De Rothschild is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Dominguez misses with a body shot.
Dominguez pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dominguez attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
De Rothschild avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
De Rothschild ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
De Rothschild's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Dominguez connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! De Rothschild scrambles back to his feet.
De Rothschild throws out a powerful jab.
Rico Dominguez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dominguez takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
De Rothschild scores with a jab to the head.
Dominguez digs a good hook to De Rothschild's body.
Dominguez's hands are dropping dangerously low here and De Rothschild connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Dominguez scrambles back to his feet.
A chopping leg kick lands by De Rothschild.
De Rothschild lands a leg kick that knocks Dominguez off balance momentarily.
Dominguez connects with a crisp jab.
Good work by De Rothschild as he checks the leg kick.
De Rothschild pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dominguez is out of range and De Rothschild settles back down.
Dominguez takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Dominguez looks to score with a jab to the body but De Rothschild is just out of range.
A combination from De Rothschild does no damage.
A chopping leg kick lands by De Rothschild.
De Rothschild throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
De Rothschild cracks Dominguez with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Dominguez fakes the leg kick and cracks De Rothschild in the body.
De Rothschild has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
De Rothschild connects with the punch.
Dominguez doesn't manage to clinch there - De Rothschild circles away.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dominguez tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dominguez throws a head kick that misses.
Dominguez ducks down and throws a hook to the body but De Rothschild moves away.
De Rothschild takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Dominguez closes the distance and clinches.
Dominguez working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Dominguez lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
De Rothschild manages to pull guard.
De Rothschild looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dominguez trying to control but De Rothschild is working from the bottom.
De Rothschild wants to sweep but no luck.
De Rothschild has Dominguez pulled in close to control his posture.
De Rothschild tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dominguez looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Rico Dominguez.
Dominguez takes one on the chin but seems OK.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Dominguez checks a leg kick.
Dominguez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from De Rothschild.
De Rothschild attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Dominguez lands with an overhand left.
Dominguez has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from De Rothschild finds it's way round the side to connect with Dominguez's head.
Dominguez throws a leg kick but De Rothschild moved away.
A slow jab from De Rothschild misses its intended target.
Dominguez tries a head kick but it misses.
De Rothschild tries to move into range but Dominguez moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Dominguez takes a shot right to the bread basket.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Dominguez throws a hook but De Rothschild blocks it.
Dominguez looks to land a right hand but De Rothschild moved out of range.
Dominguez throws a looping overhand right but De Rothschild ducks down to avoid it.
De Rothschild attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Dominguez ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
De Rothschild lunges at Dominguez with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dominguez's hand.
Dominguez chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before De Rothschild can pounce on him.
De Rothschild shoots for a double leg takedown but Dominguez sprawls well. He's pushed De Rothschild's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Rico Dominguez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of James Mayer De Rothschild.
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!
Dominguez throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A slow jab from Dominguez misses its intended target.
Dominguez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by De Rothschild.
Nice jab there from De Rothschild.
De Rothschild thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dominguez lands a head shot.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
De Rothschild closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Dominguez thuds his right hand into De Rothschild's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A decent looking cross lands there for De Rothschild.
Dominguez misses with a double jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but James Mayer De Rothschild will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
De Rothschild jabs Dominguez to the body, keeping him at a distance.
De Rothschild jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dominguez throws an overhand right that lands on De Rothschild's shoulder, as De Rothschild tries to avoid the shot.
De Rothschild lands an overhand right.
De Rothschild keeps the fight on the outside.
Dominguez motions for De Rothschild to come forward. Dominguez throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from De Rothschild, right into the meat.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts De Rothschild, as that shot connected.
De Rothschild has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dominguez.
De Rothschild tries a head kick but it misses.
Dominguez tries to close the distance and clinch up but De Rothschild swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Dominguez walks into a straight right hand from De Rothschild.
De Rothschild stuns Dominguez with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
De Rothschild just misses with a punch to the body.
De Rothschild with a hook.
A slow jab from Dominguez misses its intended target.
Dominguez throws a hook to the side of De Rothschild's head but De Rothschild sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dominguez waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract De Rothschild.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dominguez tries to clinch up but De Rothschild circles away and keeps his distance.
De Rothschild fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dominguez looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
De Rothschild lands the left hand.
Nice shot by De Rothschild.
A chopping leg kick lands by Dominguez.
Dominguez is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Dominguez thows a left - swing and a miss!
De Rothschild fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Dominguez blocks a jab.
De Rothschild lands with a thumping leg kick.
A jab from De Rothschild does it's job there.
De Rothschild is looking to land body kicks.
Dominguez moves out of range of the leg kick from De Rothschild.
De Rothschild misses with a leg kick
and Dominguez counters with a head kick. That will keep De Rothschild thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
De Rothschild tried to score with a low kick but Dominguez checks it.
De Rothschild moves out of range of the strikes.
Dominguez doesn't manage to clinch there - De Rothschild circles away.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dominguez misses the jab.
Dominguez lands an overhand right.
James Mayer De Rothschild seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dominguez swings for the body but De Rothschild moves out of range.
Dominguez swings and misses with a shot to the body
and De Rothschild counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Dominguez!
De Rothschild landing strikes.
Dominguez can't do much from the bottom here.
De Rothschild slows the pace down.
Dominguez is trying to work for a sweep but De Rothschild has mounted him!
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw De Rothschild working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
De Rothschild tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Dominguez is trying desperately to improve position.
De Rothschild scoring with strikes but Dominguez is staying in there.
Dominguez tries to hold on but De Rothschild pushes him away.
Dominguez avoids a series of strikes thrown by De Rothschild.
De Rothschild punishing his opponent with strikes.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
De Rothschild wants to control the pace but Dominguez is squirming around nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, De Rothschild cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dominguez tries to hold on but De Rothschild postures up.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
De Rothschild in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
James Mayer De Rothschild 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! This is the final round!
De Rothschild misses with a low kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dominguez. De Rothschild does a little dance to reset his feet.
De Rothschild lands with a shot to the body.
Dominguez tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
De Rothschild takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Dominguez throws an overhand right that lands on De Rothschild's shoulder, as De Rothschild tries to avoid the shot.
De Rothschild ducks under a wild hook from Dominguez.
Dominguez moves in looking to clinch but De Rothschild pushes him off.
De Rothschild dives in and grabs Dominguez's left leg, looking for a takedown. Dominguez pushes down on De Rothschild's head and hops out.
De Rothschild fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Dominguez checks it well.
Good shot there by De Rothschild.
Dominguez tries to close the distance and clinch but De Rothschild swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Dominguez looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Dominguez stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from De Rothschild.
De Rothschild tests Dominguez's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dominguez scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. De Rothschild doesn't seem bothered though.
Dominguez moves into range and connects with a jab.
De Rothschild ducks under a wild hook from Dominguez.
That's one minute gone in the round.
The fighters circling - De Rothschild throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
De Rothschild throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Dominguez misses with a looping right.
Dominguez is looking to clinch but De Rothschild is avoiding it.
Dominguez lands a nice looking body kick.
Dominguez takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Dominguez throws a chopping leg kick but De Rothschild manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Dominguez tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dominguez doesn't manage to clinch there - De Rothschild circles away.
Dominguez stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from De Rothschild.
De Rothschild buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
De Rothschild looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
De Rothschild loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dominguez keeping full guard, as De Rothschild tries to pass.
Dominguez wants to sweep here but De Rothschild controlling him for the moment.
De Rothschild wants to pass the guard but Dominguez is keeping the position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dominguez controlling the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
De Rothschild is working Dominguez over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Dominguez trying to keep a closed guard but De Rothschild is proving a slippery customer.
Dominguez has momentary wrist control but De Rothschild slips an elbow through the middle.
De Rothschild won't allow Dominguez to sweep him here.
De Rothschild pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dominguez is keeping the position for now.
Dominguez working a defensive guard here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
We're going to have a standup here because Rico Dominguez wasn't active enough for the referee's liking.
De Rothschild connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Nice uppercut lands for De Rothschild. That snapped Dominguez's head back.
Decent striking displayed by Dominguez there.
De Rothschild connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Dominguez stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from De Rothschild.
Dominguez throws out a loose jab but De Rothschild uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jab, jab by De Rothschild - just one landing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
De Rothschild cracks the inside of Dominguez's front leg.
De Rothschild avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
De Rothschild uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dominguez.
Rico Dominguez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
De Rothschild lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
James Mayer De Rothschild is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Dominguez has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by De Rothschild.
Dominguez is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A solid leg kick lands there for De Rothschild.
De Rothschild gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
De Rothschild scores with a jab. Dominguez acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
James Mayer De Rothschild comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got De Rothschild 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... James Mayer De Rothschild!
During a confident post fight interview, James Mayer De Rothschild 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 heavyweight MMA rules bout between Cain Colbert (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jobe Nkemakolam (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!
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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
34 - 22 - 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
34 - 14 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Jobe Nkemakolam!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Don Winkell.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Colbert avoids the body shot from Nkemakolam.
Colbert lands a big head kick that sends Nkemakolam tumbling to the mat! Colbert takes a step backwards and waves Nkemakolam back to his feet - he wants the finish!
It looks like Jobe Nkemakolam has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nkemakolam shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Colbert as he jumps to the side.
Colbert scores with a sloppy right hand. Nkemakolam should have avoided that one.
Nkemakolam throws a shot to the body.
Colbert looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Colbert tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nkemakolam connects with a leg kick. Colbert looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Nkemakolam moves out of range of the strikes.
Nkemakolam punishes Colbert's body with a nice straight punch.
Nkemakolam lands with a kick to the ribs.
Nice body punch from Nkemakolam.
Colbert keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Colbert steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nkemakolam.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Colbert missing with a left hand there. Nkemakolam was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Colbert scores with the left hand. Nkemakolam knows he should have avoided that one.
Cain Colbert is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Colbert misses with an uppercut. Nkemakolam saw that one coming.
The fighters circle momentarily. Nkemakolam darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Colbert. Nkemakolam does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nkemakolam fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Colbert pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nkemakolam checks a leg kick nicely.
Nkemakolam looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nkemakolam lands a head shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nkemakolam jabs Colbert right on the nose. Colbert blinks but takes it well.
A slapping body kick lands there for Nkemakolam.
Colbert is breathing heavily.
Nkemakolam with a body punch. A glancing blow.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nkemakolam lunges at Colbert with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Colbert's hand.
Colbert takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Nkemakolam jabs away that one connects to the head of his opponent.
Nkemakolam lands a nice looking body shot.
Nkemakolam throws a quick inside leg kick.
Nkemakolam getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Nice jab there from Nkemakolam.
Nkemakolam scores with a leg kick.
Nkemakolam thumps Colbert with a low kick.
Nkemakolam fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nkemakolam drops Colbert with a straight right hand, right on the button! Nkemakolam follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jobe Nkemakolam!
A victorious Jobe Nkemakolam thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Itagaki Fukuzawa (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Chauncey Silvestre (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Fukuzawa comes to the cage accompanied by In Flames - Colony. I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!
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153 lbs
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153 lbs
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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
16 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Itagaki Fukuzawa!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
31 - 16 - 1, fighting out of Hilo, Chauncey Silvestre!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and .
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Silvestre misses with a right hand
and Fukuzawa counters with a takedown into side control.
Silvestre is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Fukuzawa 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.
Silvestre wants to control but Fukuzawa postures up.
Silvestre tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Silvestre keeps trying to improve his position.
Silvestre wants to control but Fukuzawa postures up.
Fukuzawa wants to control but Silvestre is keeping him busy.
Silvestre defending against the ground and pound.
You can see the frustration on Silvestre's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Silvestre is trying to improve his position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fukuzawa wants to lay and pray for a moment but Silvestre keeps working.
Silvestre defending against the ground and pound.
Fukuzawa has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Silvestre is looking to regain half guard here but Fukuzawa keeps moving and retains side control.
The strikes coming from Fukuzawa are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Silvestre is looking to reverse the position.
Silvestre is being controlled here.
Silvestre is looking to regain half guard here but Fukuzawa keeps moving and retains side control.
The ground and pound from Fukuzawa seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fukuzawa working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Silvestre defending against the ground and pound.
Silvestre is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Fukuzawa off and has taken his back!
Silvestre scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fukuzawa breaks Silvestre's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Fukuzawa postures up in Silvestre's guard and throws a big left but Silvestre blocks it.
Silvestre pulls Fukuzawa in close to his closed guard and prevents Fukuzawa from doing any damage or advancing position.
Silvestre wants to sweep here but Fukuzawa controlling him for the moment.
Fukuzawa lands a couple of elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silvestre seems keen to control Fukuzawa's posture.
Fukuzawa postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fukuzawa throwing strikes from guard but Silvestre blocks nicely.
Silvestre pulls Fukuzawa in close to prevent any damage.
Fukuzawa stopping the sweep attempt from Silvestre.
Fukuzawa is looking to work some ground and pound but Silvestre has wrist control.
Silvestre looking to control.
Our spies down at at Training Ground inform us that Silvestre has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Silvestre managing to control the position.
Fukuzawa content to stall in guard here.
The ref calls for a clean break and stands the fighters back up. Chauncey Silvestre wasn't active enough on the ground.
Silvestre throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Silvestre takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Nice body kick there by Fukuzawa.
Silvestre looks for the body kick but Fukuzawa saw that one coming.
Fukuzawa falls off balance throwing a combination
and Silvestre counters with a takedown into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Silvestre with the ground and pound but Fukuzawa regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Fukuzawa wants to improve his position but Silvestre is controlling well.
Silvestre thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Fukuzawa is trying to control but can't.
Nice strikes from Silvestre there.
Fukuzawa tries to roll over but Silvestre keeps him under control.
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 Itagaki Fukuzawa will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Silvestre thows a body shot but no joy.
Fukuzawa keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Silvestre misses with a low kick.
Silvestre looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Silvestre cracks a nice hook into Fukuzawa's ribs.
Jab, jab by Fukuzawa - just one landing.
Silvestre throws a lazy body kick
and Fukuzawa connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Fukuzawa moves out of range of the body kick from Silvestre.
Fukuzawa lands a nice leg kick that just misses Silvestre's sensitive parts.
Silvestre throws a wild body kick that Fukuzawa sees coming a mile off.
Fukuzawa displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Silvestre throws out the jab.
Silvestre scores with a head kick.
Silvestre throws the kick towards the body but Fukuzawa avoids it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fukuzawa moves away from the strike by Silvestre.
Silvestre moves into range and connects with a jab.
Silvestre swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Silvestre throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Silvestre throws a nice outside leg kick.
Silvestre connects with the punch.
Silvestre scores with a spinning back kick!
Silvestre misses with an uppercut
and Fukuzawa counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Silvestre trying to control from the bottom.
Silvestre keeping hold of Fukuzawa's head, controlling as best he can.
Fukuzawa throwing shots but Silvestre is blocking nicely.
Fukuzawa throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Fukuzawa wants to control but Silvestre is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fukuzawa is controlling the pace.
Silvestre is looking to improve his position.
Fukuzawa trying to control from half guard but Silvestre is working away.
Silvestre is concentrating on defense, preventing Fukuzawa from advancing position.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Silvestre walks into a left hand.
Chauncey Silvestre seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Fukuzawa checks a leg kick.
Silvestre throws out a loose jab but Fukuzawa uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fukuzawa swings for the body but Silvestre moves out of range.
Chauncey Silvestre seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Silvestre throws a solid leg kick but Fukuzawa takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Silvestre.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fukuzawa feints a jab promting Silvestre to slip. Fukuzawa then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Silvestre slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Fukuzawa throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Silvestre defending well as Fukuzawa loads up on a big left hand.
Fukuzawa swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Silvestre fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Fukuzawa misses with a body shot.
Fukuzawa connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Silvestre momentarily.
Silvestre throws a jab but it's blocked by Fukuzawa.
Silvestre avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Silvestre misses with a looping left.
Fukuzawa moves out of range of the body kick.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Silvestre misses with a hook
and Fukuzawa counters with an inside leg kick.
Fukuzawa blocks the body kick.
Fukuzawa slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Silvestre throws a left and a right that both miss
and Fukuzawa connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Silvestre blocks a jab.
Silvestre darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Silvestre lands a high kick!
Silvestre lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Silvestre pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fukuzawa lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Fukuzawa moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Fukuzawa pushes Silvestre away with a front kick.
Silvestre getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Fukuzawa cracks Silvestre with an open hand slap.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Itagaki Fukuzawa dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
Fukuzawa cracks Silvestre with a right hand to the side of the head.
Silvestre takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Fukuzawa scores with a jab. Silvestre acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Silvestre takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Silvestre throws a leg kick
and Fukuzawa counters with a low kick, right behind Silvestre 's knee.
Fukuzawa takes a kick to the side of the head.
Fukuzawa uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Silvestre.
Silvestre looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Silvestre fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Fukuzawa avoids it really well and circles away.
Silvestre avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Silvestre lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Fukuzawa backs up against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A slow jab from Silvestre misses its intended target.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fukuzawa walks into a straight right hand from Silvestre.
Silvestre throws a nice inside leg kick.
Fukuzawa throws a leg kick that misses.
Silvestre buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Silvestre gets a double leg takedown into Fukuzawa's guard.
Silvestre controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Fukuzawa pulls Silvestre in close to prevent any damage.
Fukuzawa is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Silvestre is fighting to break Fukuzawa's control of his arms but Fukuzawa is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Chauncey Silvestre has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Itagaki Fukuzawa has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Nice straight punches there by Fukuzawa. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Fukuzawa.
Silvestre throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Silvestre lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Fukuzawa has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Fukuzawa and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Silvestre throws a quick inside leg kick.
Silvestre thows a body shot but no joy.
Silvestre throws a body punch but Fukuzawa moves out of range.
Fukuzawa scores with a leg kick.
Silvestre throws a leg kick
and Fukuzawa counters with a good low kick that Silvestre was not able to check.
A shot to the body from Fukuzawa misses
and Silvestre counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Silvestre takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Silvestre trying to control the position from guard on top but Fukuzawa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fukuzawa trying to keep a closed guard but Silvestre is proving a slippery customer.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Silvestre with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Fukuzawa has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Fukuzawa manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
Silvestre tries to reverse the position but Fukuzawa maintains control.
Fukuzawa raining down shots from the mount!
Fukuzawa lands a big shot there that rocks Silvestre but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Silvestre wants to control but Fukuzawa is having none of it.
Fukuzawa scores with a couple of good head shots there.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fukuzawa lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Fukuzawa lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Fukuzawa misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Fukuzawa connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Fukuzawa pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Silvestre is rocked!
Fukuzawa drops a big elbow. That's hurt Silvestre! More shots from Fukuzawa and the ref steps in! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:45 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Itagaki Fukuzawa!
Itagaki Fukuzawa bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Patrick Mannelly (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Shawn Kronburger (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Kronburger has chosen Turn up as his entrance music. Patrick Mannelly has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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180 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
20 - 6 - 1, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Patrick Mannelly!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
37 - 19 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Shawn Kronburger!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mannelly's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kronburger connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Mannelly scrambles back to his feet.
We've been told by Mannelly's head coaches at Franklin D. Bluth Memorial Supergym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kronburger connects with a solid leg kick.
Mannelly checks the leg kick.
Kronburger takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kronburger misses with a wild body shot.
Mannelly moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kronburger throws a jab but it's blocked by Mannelly.
Kronburger is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mannelly.
Kronburger scores with a one two! Mannelly had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
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!
Mannelly needs to keep his hands up - Kronburger had a free shot at his head there.
Kronburger throws a body punch but Mannelly moves out of range.
Mannelly throws a push kick but Kronburger slaps the foot to one side.
Mannelly steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kronburger.
Mannelly loads up on a big right hand but Kronburger slips the punch.
Kronburger lands a nice looking kick to the body. Mannelly takes a step back to recover.
A left lands for Mannelly.
Kronburger throws a body punch but Mannelly moves out of range.
Mannelly slips a jab from Kronburger.
Mannelly tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kronburger paws at him with a jab and circles away.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kronburger misses with a double jab.
Mannelly throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kronburger stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Mannelly misses the shot to the body.
Mannelly throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kronburger counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mannelly tests Kronburger's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Mannelly waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kronburger.
A telegraphed right hand from Mannelly misses the target.
Mannelly avoids a punch combination nicely.
Mannelly loads up on a big right hand but Kronburger slips the punch.
Kronburger fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Mannelly checks it well.
Kronburger misses the jab.
Kronburger tries to close the distance and clinch but Mannelly swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kronburger stuns Mannelly with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Mannelly wants to land a leg kick but Kronburger is out of range.
Kronburger lands a glancing blow to the side of Mannelly's head.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mannelly swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kronburger connects with a solid leg kick.
Kronburger scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Mannelly is breathing heavily.
Mannelly walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kronburger lands a big uppercut and Mannelly crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Mannelly looks OK. Kronburger waves Mannelly back to his feet!
Mannelly is rocked!
Kronburger swings for the body but Mannelly moves out of range.
Oh Mannelly is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mannelly scores with a body shot.
Mannelly seems to have got his legs back now.
Mannelly blocks a head kick by Kronburger.
Kronburger scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kronburger throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kronburger cracks Mannelly with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Kronburger has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Mannelly to stand back up!
Mannelly bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mannelly is looking to clinch.
Kronburger keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mannelly swings for the body but Kronburger moves out of range.
Mannelly lands a nice shot that snaps Kronburger's head back.
Kronburger feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Mannelly sprawling to the canvas! Mannelly rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Kronburger finish him?!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kronburger ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kronburger cracks Mannelly with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Mannelly falls to his knees and Kronburger doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shawn Kronburger!
After winning the bout, Shawn Kronburger thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Jake Lamotta (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Frank Rizzo Jr (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Lamotta comes into the arena with yes blaring out of the sound system. Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the bantamweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
42 - 17 - 1, fighting out of Amsterdam, Jake Lamotta!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
26 - 15 - 2, fighting out of Los Angeles, Frank Rizzo Jr!
The judges for this bout are , Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lamotta throws a jab but it's blocked by Rizzo Jr.
Rizzo Jr takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Rizzo Jr thows a body shot but no joy.
Rizzo Jr throws a leg kick but Lamotta moved away.
Rizzo Jr connects with a body shot.
Rizzo Jr darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Rizzo Jr is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lamotta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rizzo Jr.
Frank Rizzo Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rizzo Jr misses with a low kick.
Rizzo Jr takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Rizzo Jr swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lamotta counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rizzo Jr tries to get to full guard but Lamotta has control of the leg.
Rizzo Jr is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Lamotta's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Lamotta's back!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rizzo Jr tries to get the hooks in deep but Lamotta pushed the leg off.
Rizzo Jr is controlling the position but Lamotta somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
Lamotta gets full guard.
Rizzo Jr wanted to stand there but Lamotta had control of the position.
Rizzo Jr stays in close to Lamotta's body and controls the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lamotta wants to sweep here but Rizzo Jr controlling him for the moment.
Rizzo Jr looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Rizzo Jr pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lamotta is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
OK we're going to have a standup here. Frank Rizzo Jr hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.
Rizzo Jr avoids the head kick by Lamotta.
Lamotta misses with a low kick.
Rizzo Jr 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.
Lamotta moves out of range of the body kick from Rizzo Jr.
A jab from Rizzo Jr does it's job there.
Lamotta throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lamotta takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Lamotta gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Rizzo Jr counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Lamotta throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lamotta misses with a wild body shot.
Lamotta misses with a hook
and Rizzo Jr counters by clinching up.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Rizzo Jr has a couple of punches blocked by Lamotta.
Rizzo Jr tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Lamotta avoids it.
Lamotta escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rizzo Jr cracks Lamotta with a right hand to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rizzo Jr finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Rizzo Jr connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
No joy there for Rizzo Jr, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Rizzo Jr is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Lamotta rather than just go for the knockout.
Rizzo Jr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rizzo Jr getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Lamotta scores with a crisp jab that stopped Rizzo Jr in his tracks.
Frank Rizzo Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lamotta tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Lamotta throws a leg kick
and Rizzo Jr counters with a leg kick.
Rizzo Jr takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Rizzo Jr moves out of range as Lamotta strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Frank Rizzo Jr will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
A solid body kick from Rizzo Jr.
Lamotta takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Rizzo Jr lands with a good body shot.
A big left from Lamotta misses.
Lamotta slips under a jab.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Rizzo Jr.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Rizzo Jr.
Lamotta on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Rizzo Jr scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lamotta in his tracks.
Lamotta blocks a jab.
Rizzo Jr throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rizzo Jr changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Rizzo Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lamotta was well out of range. Poor timing from Rizzo Jr.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lamotta avoids the body shot from Rizzo Jr.
Rizzo Jr misses with a wild body shot.
Rizzo Jr throws a hook but Lamotta avoids it easily.
Rizzo Jr jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A solid leg kick lands there for Lamotta.
Rizzo Jr looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lamotta misses with a wild body shot.
Rizzo Jr ducks right into an uppercut from Lamotta.
Rizzo Jr defending well as Lamotta loads up on a big left hand.
Rizzo Jr scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lamotta takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Rizzo Jr lands with a right hand.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rizzo Jr slips a jab from Lamotta.
Lamotta takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Rizzo Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lamotta.
Good work by Rizzo Jr as he checks the leg kick.
Rizzo Jr misses the jab.
Rizzo Jr checks a 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!
Rizzo Jr throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Lamotta avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Lamotta throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rizzo Jr bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lamotta's head.
No joy there for Rizzo Jr, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Rizzo Jr fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lamotta gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Rizzo Jr punishes Lamotta's body with a nice straight punch.
Rizzo Jr looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Rizzo Jr tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lamotta swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A combination from Lamotta does no damage.
Rizzo Jr throws a head kick that misses.
Rizzo Jr connects with a looping right hand.
Lamotta connects with a nice looking jab.
Rizzo Jr tries a head kick but it misses.
Rizzo Jr moves out of range of the body kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Rizzo Jr darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Lamotta is rocked!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Rizzo Jr swings widly with a right hand
and Lamotta counters with a single leg into guard. Rizzo Jr didn't expect that.
Oh Lamotta is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lamotta makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Lamotta is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Lamotta seems to have got his legs back now.
Rizzo Jr 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.
Lamotta wants to control from the top but Rizzo Jr keeps moving.
Rizzo Jr trying to control the position here.
Rizzo Jr had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lamotta defends it easily.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Rizzo Jr is pulling down on Lamotta's head to control his posture.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Frank Rizzo Jr 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.
Lamotta misses with a body kick.
Lamotta throws a jab when Rizzo Jr was well out of range.
Nice defenses there by Lamotta.
Lamotta goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lamotta closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Lamotta staying out of range there.
A slow jab from Lamotta misses its intended target.
Rizzo Jr is looking to score with low kicks.
Rizzo Jr lands a left and a right that send Lamotta crashing to the mat, dazed. Rizzo Jr thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rizzo Jr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Rizzo Jr fails in his attempt to clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jab by Rizzo Jr.
Rizzo Jr misses with a body shot.
Lamotta misses the shot to the body.
Both fighters circling a little - Rizzo Jr finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Rizzo Jr misses with a looping left.
Rizzo Jr misses with a kick to the body.
Lamotta lands a glancing blow to the side of Rizzo Jr's head.
Lamotta takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Rizzo Jr throws the left hand but Lamotta avoids the punch easily.
Lamotta attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Rizzo Jr cracks Lamotta with a hook to the temple - Lamotta is on wobbly legs here! Rizzo Jr swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Lamotta falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Rizzo Jr wins by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Frank Rizzo Jr!
Frank Rizzo Jr is the new bantamweight champion!
Frank Rizzo Jr thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Hamid Zaferani (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bad Idea (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Idea has chosen Boss of All Bosses as his entrance music. These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.
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145 lbs
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30
139 lbs
26 - 12 - 1 |
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World class boxer
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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
27 - 16 - 2, fighting out of Helsinki, Hamid Zaferani!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
26 - 12 - 1, fighting out of Las Vegas, Bad Idea!
The judges for this bout are , Frank Antenori and Timothy Bukovac.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Idea lands a jab to Zaferani's midsection.
Zaferani misses the shot to the body.
Zaferani throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Idea throws a leg kick but Zaferani sees it coming and moves out of range.
Idea connects with a jab.
Idea keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Idea takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Zaferani throws a half hearted mid kick.
Idea takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Idea comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Zaferani swings widly with a right hand
and Idea counters with a series of strikes. Zaferani will be more careful next time no doubt.
Zaferani chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Zaferani seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Idea lands a jab followed by a nice looking 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!
A telegraphed right hand from Idea misses the target.
Idea misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Idea tests Zaferani's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Zaferani throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Idea digs a good body shot into Zaferani's ribs.
Zaferani throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Idea connects with a body shot.
Idea misses the shot to the body.
Idea ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Zaferani moves away.
Idea tests Zaferani's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Zaferani feints and then cracks Idea's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Idea down.
Idea misses with a body shot
and Zaferani counters with a straight right hand.
Idea fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Zaferani moves out of range as Idea strikes.
Zaferani throws a body kick that misses.
Idea throws a good cross that connects.
Nice body kick from Zaferani.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Idea uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Zaferani.
Zaferani uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Idea.
Idea swings for the body but Zaferani moves out of range.
Idea lands an overhand right.
A head kick misses from Zaferani.
Zaferani clinches up with Idea and pushes him back against the cage.
Zaferani has a couple of punches blocked by Idea.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Idea.
Zaferani misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Zaferani.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Zaferani.
Idea working aggressively here.
Idea changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Zaferani fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Zaferani throws a jab but it's blocked by Idea.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Zaferani rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Idea counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Zaferani keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Idea lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Idea thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Idea passes to full mount!
Idea raining down shots from the mount!
Idea working the ground and pound effectively.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Idea sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Idea throwing strikes here but Zaferani is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Zaferani working to try and regain half guard.
Idea throws some wild stikes that Zaferani manages to avoid easily.
Zaferani gets back to half guard.
Zaferani tries to roll over but Idea keeps him under control.
Zaferani is holding on to half guard well.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Zaferani trying to control but Idea postures up.
Idea tries to pass to full mount but Zaferani defends it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bad Idea dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
Zaferani drops his hands momentarily and Idea takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Idea has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Zaferani finds it's way round the side to connect with Idea's head.
Hamid Zaferani seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A slapping leg kick lands for Idea.
Idea pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Idea swings away with a body shot that misses
and Zaferani counters with a slapping leg kick.
Idea throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Zaferani counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Idea fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Zaferani.
Idea lands a right hook to the body.
Zaferani throws a head kick but Idea moves out of range.
Idea scores with a nice strike.
Idea swings for the body but Zaferani moves out of range.
Idea throws a leg kick that is checked
and Zaferani counters with a nice body shot.
Bad Idea seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Zaferani with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Idea shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Zaferani's guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Idea trying to control but Zaferani is working from the bottom.
Idea is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Zaferani trying to control the position here.
Idea trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Idea throwing strikes from guard but Zaferani blocks nicely.
Idea postures up.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Zaferani tried to score with a low kick but Idea checks it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Zaferani scores with a punch to the head.
Zaferani jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Idea displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Zaferani throws out the jab.
Idea takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Idea has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Idea scores with a jab. Zaferani acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Some bone on bone action there as Idea checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Zaferani takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Zaferani throws a leg kick but Idea sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Zaferani thows a body kick. Idea tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Zaferani throws a jab but it's blocked by Idea.
Zaferani attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Idea uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Zaferani.
Idea throws a body punch but Zaferani moves out of range.
Idea ducks under a wild hook from Zaferani.
Zaferani keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Idea is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Zaferani rather than just go for the knockout.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Idea just misses with a punch to the body.
Idea connects with a solid leg kick.
Idea walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Idea cracks Zaferani with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Zaferani slips a jab from Idea.
Zaferani throws an off balance right hand
and Idea counters with a shoot takedown. Zaferani fights it but they end up in guard.
Idea trying to control the position from guard on top but Zaferani is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Idea slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Zaferani is pulling down on Idea's head to control his posture.
Bad Idea has got the better of the ground game so far.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Idea throws a big elbow that misses.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Zaferani has his hands on Idea's head, controlling the position.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Idea throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Zaferani throws a right and a left that both miss.
Zaferani throws an overhand right that lands on Idea's shoulder, as Idea tries to avoid the shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Zaferani misses the target.
Idea uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Zaferani.
Zaferani moves out of range of the body kick.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Idea lands a jab to Zaferani's midsection.
Idea connects with a crisp jab.
Zaferani misses the jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bad Idea showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!
Idea just misses with a punch to the body.
Zaferani throws a half hearted mid kick.
Zaferani takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Zaferani throws a hook but Idea blocks it.
Zaferani tries to land a front kick but Idea steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Sloppy strikes from Idea. Those never looked like landing.
Zaferani looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Donk. Idea catches Zaferani right on the button with a cross.
Idea keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Zaferani.
Zaferani swings widly with a right hand
and Idea counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Zaferani avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Idea.
Zaferani trying to hold on to Idea's head to control him but Idea postures up.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Zaferani is controlling Idea's position as best he can from this difficult position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Zaferani is refusing to be controlled, as Idea sits in half guard.
Idea content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Idea thows a huge punch but Zaferani dodges it nicely.
Zaferani trying to control here.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Idea cracks a nice hook into Zaferani's ribs.
Zaferani avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Zaferani blocks a leg kick.
Idea throws a jab when Zaferani was well out of range.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Zaferani throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A leg kick checked by Idea.
Zaferani is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Idea scores with a jab.
Zaferani jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A jab from Idea misses.
Zaferani swings for the body but Idea moves out of range.
Idea takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Zaferani connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Idea connects with a looping right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Idea takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Idea crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Zaferani - the referee stops the clock and Idea gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Zaferani. Idea manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Zaferani misses the jab.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
An inside leg kick from Idea misses.
Zaferani throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Idea feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Zaferanis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Idea throws a hook to the side of Zaferani's head but Zaferani sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice cross by Idea.
Zaferani connects with a leg kick. Idea looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Zaferani connects with a crisp jab.
Idea throws a quick inside leg kick.
Zaferani throws a jab but it's blocked by Idea.
Idea feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Zaferani's calf.
Idea uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Zaferani.
Idea connects with a right hand. Zaferani shakes it off.
Hamid Zaferani is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Idea moves out of range as Zaferani throws a body kick.
The fighters circling - Zaferani throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Zaferani misses with a hook to the body
and Idea counters with a single leg into guard. Zaferani didn't expect that.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zaferani looking to control.
Idea distracts Zaferani with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Idea throws a big elbow that misses.
Idea is looking to work some ground and pound but Zaferani has wrist control.
Zaferani looking to control.
Idea wants to control from the top but Zaferani keeps moving.
Bad Idea is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Idea controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Hamid Zaferani has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Zaferani working a defensive guard here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bad Idea comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Idea 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bad Idea!
A victorious Bad Idea thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Co-main event
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Andres Aguinaldo (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ben Grimm (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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257 lbs
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245 lbs
29 - 7 - 1 |
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World class boxer
Cardio machine |
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World class MT
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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
43 - 19 - 1, fighting out of Tokyo, Andres Aguinaldo!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
29 - 7 - 1, fighting out of Las Vegas, Ben Grimm!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, and Frank Antenori.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Aguinaldo throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Grimm.
Grimm chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Aguinaldo digs a good body shot into Grimm's ribs.
Grimm smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
It looks like Andres Aguinaldo has been cut.
Aguinaldo checks the leg kick nicely there.
Aguinaldo looks to score with a jab to the body but Grimm is just out of range.
Grimm throws a head kick but Aguinaldo moves out of range.
Grimm bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Aguinaldo's head backwards.
Aguinaldo displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Aguinaldo closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Aguinaldo lands in his opponent's guard.
Aguinaldo trying to control but Grimm is working from the bottom.
Aguinaldo missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Grimm seems keen to control Aguinaldo's posture.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Aguinaldo missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Aguinaldo postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Ben Grimm was stalling too much, according to the referee.
Grimm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ben Grimm is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Grimm ducks under a wild hook from Aguinaldo.
Grimm darts in and clinches Aguinaldo up against the cage.
Grimm lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Aguinaldo backwards.
Grimm misses with the head strike.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Aguinaldo.
Aguinaldo tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Grimm smiles and moves away.
Grimm takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Grimm throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A telegraphed right hand from Aguinaldo misses the target.
Grimm has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Aguinaldo gets a takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Grimm tries to roll over but Aguinaldo keeps him under control.
Aguinaldo controlling the action here.
Aguinaldo is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Aguinaldo is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Aguinaldo throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Grimm is trying to control but can't.
Grimm is not content to let Aguinaldo control the position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Grimm manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Grimm has Aguinaldo pulled in close to control his posture.
Aguinaldo throws a big elbow that misses.
Aguinaldo lands a couple of elbows.
Aguinaldo postures up in Grimm's guard and throws a big left but Grimm blocks it.
Aguinaldo trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
We've been hearing that Aguinaldo has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Aguinaldo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Grimm has control of Aguinaldo's left arm, preventing Aguinaldo from doing any damage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Aguinaldo wants to control from the top but Grimm keeps moving.
Aguinaldo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Grimm swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Grimm looking to control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Grimm controlling Aguinaldo's posture.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Ben Grimm.
Aguinaldo tries for a takedown but Grimm sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Grimm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Grimm lands with a thumping leg kick.
Grimm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ben Grimm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Aguinaldo looks to score with a jab to the body but Grimm is just out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Andres Aguinaldo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Andres Aguinaldo's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Grimm misses with a body shot.
That kick from Grimm tenderised Aguinaldo's leg. Aguinaldo is trying to keep his angry face on.
Aguinaldo cracks a nice hook into Grimm's ribs.
Grimm moves in looking to clinch but Aguinaldo pushes him off.
Grimm pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Aguinaldo throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Grimm tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Aguinaldo is in Grimm's guard.
Grimm pulls Aguinaldo in close to his closed guard and prevents Aguinaldo from doing any damage or advancing position.
Grimm utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aguinaldo is fighting to break Grimm's control of his arms but Grimm is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Aguinaldo tries to free his leg and advance position but Grimm is retaining full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ben Grimm has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Aguinaldo throws a series of strikes that have Grimm backpedaling.
Aguinaldo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Grimm.
Aguinaldo misses with a body shot.
Grimm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Aguinaldo manages to avoid it.
Grimm just misses with a punch to the body.
Aguinaldo avoids a kick to the body.
Grimm throws a nice inside leg kick.
Grimm swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Aguinaldo is looking to wear down Grimm with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Grimm throws a body punch but Aguinaldo moves out of range.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Grimm.
Grimm tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Aguinaldo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Grimm was well out of range. Poor timing from Aguinaldo.
Grimm tried to score with a low kick but Aguinaldo checks it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Aguinaldo throws a body punch but Grimm moves out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Grimm.
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!
Aguinaldo thows a body shot but no joy.
Grimm fails with an attempt to clinch.
Grimm looks for the body kick but Aguinaldo saw that one coming.
Grimm scores with a crisp jab that stopped Aguinaldo in his tracks.
Grimm lands a two punch combo.
Aguinaldo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Grimm.
Grimm takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Grimm throws a body kick that misses.
Aguinaldo ducks right into an uppercut from Grimm.
Aguinaldo shoots for a double leg takedown but Grimm sprawls well. He's pushed Aguinaldo's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Aguinaldo blocks a leg kick.
Grimm chopping away at his opponent's legs.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Grimm loads up on a big right hand but Aguinaldo slips the punch.
Ben Grimm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Grimm looks for the body kick but Aguinaldo saw that one coming.
Aguinaldo slips under a jab from Grimm.
Grimm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Aguinaldo manages to avoid it.
Aguinaldo fails to land the takedown.
A combination from Aguinaldo does no damage.
Aguinaldo throws a jab but it's blocked by Grimm.
A big left from Grimm misses.
Aguinaldo takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Grimm tries a low kick but Aguinaldo avoids it.
Grimm scores with a punch to the head.
Grimm misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Aguinaldo closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Grimm's guard.
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!
Grimm not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Aguinaldo working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Grimm is trying to keep Aguinaldo in close.
Aguinaldo working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Andres Aguinaldo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Aguinaldo postures up.
Aguinaldo chips away with some ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Aguinaldo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Aguinaldo wants to control from the top but Grimm keeps moving.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Grimm is trying to keep Aguinaldo in close.
Grimm is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ben Grimm showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Andres Aguinaldo's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
A thudding body kick lands there by Grimm!
Grimm tries to score with a low kick but Aguinaldo moves his leg out of the way.
Grimm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Aguinaldo.
Aguinaldo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Grimm moves away.
Aguinaldo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Aguinaldo connects with a right hand. Grimm shakes it off.
Grimm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Aguinaldo was well out of range. Poor timing from Grimm.
Aguinaldo moves out of range of the strikes.
Aguinaldo works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A nice inside leg kick there by Grimm. That's going to slow Aguinaldo down.
Grimm takes one on the button.
Aguinaldo avoids a kick to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Grimm.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Grimm attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Grimm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Aguinaldo fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Aguinaldo throws a shot from downtown. Grimm moves away and avoids it.
Grimm throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Aguinaldo avoids a punch combination nicely.
Aguinaldo throws a shot to the body.
Aguinaldo checks the leg kick.
Grimm tries to land a leg kick but Aguinaldo saw it coming and moves away.
Aguinaldo lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Grimm circles away quickly and effectively.
A looping hook to the body misses from Aguinaldo. Grimm does a little dance to reset his feet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Grimm with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Grimm throws out a leg kick but Aguinaldo moves out of range and Grimm only half commits.
Grimm misses the shot to the body.
A good leg kick by Grimm.
Grimm throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
The fighters circling - Aguinaldo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Aguinaldo thows a body shot but no joy.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Grimm.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Grimm fails with an attempt to clinch.
Grimm fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Grimm ducks under a wild hook from Aguinaldo.
Grimm lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Grimm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Aguinaldo.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Good standup being displayed there by Aguinaldo as he connects with a hook.
Grimm misses with a low kick as Aguinaldo jumps back.
Grimm looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Aguinaldo staying out of range there.
Aguinaldo avoids the body shot from Grimm.
Aguinaldo has a takedown stuffed.
Grimm attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Aguinaldo blocks the body kick.
Nice body kick from Grimm.
Aguinaldo avoids the head kick by Grimm.
Grimm walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Grimm scores with a push kick.
Aguinaldo takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Aguinaldo is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Grimm lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Aguinaldo at a distance.
Grimm is looking to slow Aguinaldo down with leg kicks.
A nice inside leg kick there by Grimm. That's going to slow Aguinaldo down.
Grimm connects with the punch.
Aguinaldo dodges the punch combination from Grimm.
Grimm tries to close the distance and clinch but Aguinaldo swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Grimm lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Grimm throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Aguinaldo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Grimm.
Nice jab there from Grimm.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ben Grimm comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Grimm 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ben Grimm!
A victorious Ben Grimm thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Kostas Charalabous (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Dante Evangelisti (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Evangelisti has chosen Hunting For Death as his entrance music. Dante Evangelisti has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the middleweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
29 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Kostas Charalabous!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
39 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Dante Evangelisti!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and .
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Evangelisti throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
enabling Charalabous to counter with a crisp jab.
It looks like Dante Evangelisti has been cut.
Evangelisti misses with a right hand
and Charalabous counters with a left to the body.
Charalabous throws a leg kick that misses.
Evangelisti stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Charalabous.
Evangelisti moves forwards but Charalabous connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Evangelisti loads up on a big right hand but Charalabous slips the punch.
Charalabous dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Evangelisti. That did some damage!
Charalabous connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A looping hook to the body misses from Charalabous. Evangelisti does a little dance to reset his feet.
Evangelisti tries to score with a low kick but Charalabous moves his leg out of the way.
Evangelisti misses with a head kick.
Charalabous tries to land a leg kick but Evangelisti saw it coming and moves away.
Charalabous misses with a jab, cross combination.
Charalabous misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Evangelisti.
Evangelisti swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Charalabous.
Charalabous keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Evangelisti.
A jab from Charalabous misses.
A nice leg kick lands there from Charalabous.
Charalabous looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Charalabous goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Charalabous avoids a kick to the body.
Charalabous misses with a body kick.
Charalabous has managed to clinch.
Charalabous blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Charalabous lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Evangelisti goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Charalabous.
Evangelisti working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Evangelisti breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A leg kick checked by Evangelisti.
Evangelisti is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Charalabous.
Evangelisti throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Kostas Charalabous seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
An inside leg kick from Charalabous misses.
Evangelisti throws out a leg kick but Charalabous moves out of range and Evangelisti only half commits.
A jab lands there for Charalabous.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Charalabous throws a leg kick but Evangelisti moved away.
Charalabous tries to land a front kick but Evangelisti steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Evangelisti lands with a straight right. Charalabous didn't see that one coming.
Charalabous scores with a leg kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Charalabous.
Charalabous checks a leg kick.
Charalabous lands a jab.
Evangelisti connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Charalabous fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Evangelisti 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.
Evangelisti gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Charalabous counters with a straight right hand.
Charalabous connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Evangelisti throws a right hand that misses
and Charalabous counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Charalabous slips a jab from Evangelisti.
Charalabous throws a head kick that Evangelisti semi-blocks.
A slapping leg kick lands for Charalabous.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Charalabous fails to land with a series of punches.
Charalabous misses with a leg kick.
Evangelisti misses with a kick to the body.
Charalabous lands with an uppercut that bounces Evangelisti off the cage and back into range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Evangelisti. Charalabous does a little dance to reset his feet.
Evangelisti misses with a jab, cross combination.
Charalabous throws a solid leg kick but Evangelisti takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Charalabous.
Charalabous misses the shot to the body.
Charalabous jabs Evangelisti right on the nose. Evangelisti blinks but takes it well.
Charalabous moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Charalabous misses with a body shot.
Evangelisti drops his hands momentarily and Charalabous takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Charalabous looks to land a left hand but Evangelisti moved out of range nicely.
Charalabous throws a nice looking combination but Evangelisti bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Charalabous is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Jab from Evangelisti.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Charalabous misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Evangelisti.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Some bone on bone action there as Charalabous checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Charalabous takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Evangelisti throws a leg kick but Charalabous sees it coming and moves out of range.
Evangelisti shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Charalabous needs to keep his hands up - Evangelisti had a free shot at his head there.
Evangelisti thows a body shot but no joy.
Charalabous feints and then cracks Evangelisti's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Evangelisti down.
Evangelisti misses with a jab, cross combination.
Evangelisti bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Charalabous's head.
Evangelisti tries to land a front kick but Charalabous steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Evangelisti misses with a looping right.
Evangelisti pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Evangelisti avoids the body shot from Charalabous.
Charalabous doesn't manage to clinch there - Evangelisti circles away.
Evangelisti looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Evangelisti uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Charalabous.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kostas Charalabous dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Dante Evangelisti's cut.
That's time! Charalabous's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Charalabous avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Evangelisti tries to land a front kick but Charalabous steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Evangelisti pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Evangelisti avoids a kick to the body.
Evangelisti's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Evangelisti is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Charalabous swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Charalabous lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Charalabous misses the shot to the body.
Charalabous throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Charalabous fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Evangelisti is out of range.
Evangelisti fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Charalabous manages to avoid it.
Charalabous throws a body punch but Evangelisti moves out of range.
Good exchange - Evangelisti coming out on top.
That kick from Charalabous tenderised Evangelisti's leg. Evangelisti is trying to keep his angry face on.
Evangelisti throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Charalabous.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Evangelisti misses the shot to the body.
Charalabous connects with a leg kick. Evangelisti looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Charalabous avoids the body shot from Evangelisti.
Charalabous feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Evangelisti's calf.
Good work by Charalabous as he checks the leg kick.
Charalabous thows a body shot but no joy.
Nice shot lands for Evangelisti.
A bone on bone clash there as Evangelisti blocks the leg kick.
Evangelisti throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Charalabous connects with a body shot.
Charalabous needs to keep his hands up - Evangelisti had a free shot at his head there.
Evangelisti lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Charalabous lands a jab.
Charalabous blocks a leg kick.
Evangelisti misses with a body shot.
Evangelisti misses with an attempted mid kick.
Evangelisti bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Charalabous lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Evangelisti displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Charalabous throws out the jab.
Evangelisti checks a leg kick.
Evangelisti takes a jab right on the kisser.
Evangelisti throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Evangelisti lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Charalabous has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Charalabous and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Evangelisti lands a slapping body shot.
Charalabous looks to land a left hand but Evangelisti moved out of range nicely.
Evangelisti is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Charalabous.
Evangelisti needs to keep his hands up - Charalabous had a free shot at his head there.
Evangelisti jabs Charalabous to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Evangelisti just misses with a punch to the body.
Kostas Charalabous is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice shot lands for Charalabous.
A decent looking cross lands there for Evangelisti.
Charalabous moves away from the strike by Evangelisti.
Evangelisti loads up on a big right hand but Charalabous slips the punch.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Evangelisti throws a hook to the side of Charalabous's head but Charalabous sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A looping hook to the body misses from Charalabous. Evangelisti does a little dance to reset his feet.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Evangelisti ducks under a wild hook from Charalabous.
Charalabous throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A looping hook to the body misses from Evangelisti. Charalabous does a little dance to reset his feet.
Evangelisti has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Charalabous.
Evangelisti avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Evangelisti misses with an uppercut. Charalabous saw that one coming.
Charalabous connects with a leg kick. Evangelisti looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Charalabous walks into a jab.
Evangelisti scores with a hook.
Evangelisti throws a hook but Charalabous avoids it easily.
Charalabous takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Charalabous with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Evangelisti throws the left hand but Charalabous avoids the punch easily.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Evangelisti jabs Charalabous right on the nose. Charalabous blinks but takes it well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Charalabous misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Charalabous takes a swing at Evangelisti's ribcage but misses.
Evangelisti throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Charalabous scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Evangelisti doesn't seem bothered though.
Charalabous blocks a low kick nicely.
Evangelisti walks into a jab.
Evangelisti blocks a jab.
Charalabous fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Evangelisti.
Charalabous walks into a jab.
Evangelisti is looking to land body kicks.
A swing and a miss from Evangelisti.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Charalabous blocks a leg kick.
Charalabous scores with a jab.
Evangelisti throws a body kick that misses.
Charalabous pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Dante Evangelisti will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Dante Evangelisti's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
An inside leg kick lands from Charalabous.
Evangelisti looks to land a left hand but Charalabous moved out of range nicely.
Charalabous ducks under a wild hook from Evangelisti.
Charalabous is looking to chop away at Evangelisti's legs.
Charalabous 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.
Evangelisti lands a jab to Charalabous's midsection.
Evangelisti throws a wild body kick that Charalabous sees coming a mile off.
Charalabous throws a low kick but Evangelisti avoids it.
Evangelisti checks a low kick from Charalabous.
Charalabous blocks the body kick.
Evangelisti avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A combination from Evangelisti does no damage.
Charalabous throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Charalabous moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Charalabous missing with a left hand there. Evangelisti was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Charalabous drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Evangelisti.
A good leg kick by Charalabous.
Charalabous connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Evangelisti momentarily.
Charalabous connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Evangelisti momentarily.
Evangelisti swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A swing and a miss from Charalabous.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Evangelisti. Charalabous shrugs it off though.
Charalabous throws a nice inside leg kick.
Nice straight punches there by Evangelisti. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Evangelisti.
Charalabous throws a leg kick that misses.
Evangelisti with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Evangelisti throws a hook but Charalabous avoids it easily.
Charalabous throws a lazy right hand but Evangelisti sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Evangelisti throws a low kick but it's checked well by Charalabous.
Evangelisti has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A lazy left from Evangelisti finds it's target.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A clash of legs there as Evangelisti blocks the low kick.
A cross from Evangelisti lands.
Charalabous tries a low kick but Evangelisti avoids it.
Evangelisti dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Charalabous misses with a jab, cross combination.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Charalabous lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Evangelisti has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Evangelisti and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Evangelisti slips a straight right by Charalabous.
Charalabous misses with a wild body shot.
Evangelisti tries a low kick but Charalabous avoids it.
Charalabous takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Evangelisti gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Charalabous throws a lazy right hand but Evangelisti sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Evangelisti has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Evangelisti throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Evangelisti lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Charalabous takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Charalabous ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Evangelisti moves away.
Charalabous avoids a kick to the body.
Evangelisti thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Charalabous if he has to take too many more of those.
A shot to the liver by Charalabous. Beautiful body shot.
Charalabous throws a chopping leg kick but Evangelisti manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Evangelisti with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Charalabous uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Evangelisti has time to react.
Charalabous tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Evangelisti was well out of range. Poor timing from Charalabous.
Evangelisti thows a body shot but no joy.
Charalabous misses with a jab to the body
and Evangelisti counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Evangelisti blocks a jab.
Charalabous loads up on a big right hand but Evangelisti slips the punch.
Evangelisti throws a body punch but Charalabous moves out of range.
Charalabous scores with a body shot.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Charalabous lands a leg kick that knocks Evangelisti off balance momentarily.
Charalabous connects with a right hand. Evangelisti shakes it off.
Charalabous connects with an inside leg kick.
Evangelisti uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Charalabous.
Evangelisti takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Charalabous lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Charalabous finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Evangelisti getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Charalabous throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Evangelisti on the side of the head.
Charalabous gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Evangelisti counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
An inside leg kick from Charalabous misses.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Evangelisti slips under a jab from Charalabous.
Evangelisti lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Charalabous at a distance.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Charalabous has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Evangelisti.
Charalabous throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Kostas Charalabous did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Dante Evangelisti's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Evangelisti lands with a nice body punch.
Evangelisti looks to score with a jab to the body but Charalabous is just out of range.
Charalabous dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Evangelisti missing with a left hand there. Charalabous was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Evangelisti comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Evangelisti defending well as Charalabous loads up on a big left hand.
Charalabous swings for the body but Evangelisti moves out of range.
Charalabous throws a hook but Evangelisti blocks it.
Evangelisti walks into a jab.
Charalabous scores with a jab to the head.
Charalabous scores with a jab to the body.
A solid body kick from Evangelisti.
Evangelisti scoring well with a low kick there.
Charalabous misses with a body shot
enabling Evangelisti to counter with a crisp jab.
Charalabous checks a leg kick nicely.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Charalabous tried to score with a low kick but Evangelisti checks it.
Evangelisti lands with a nice body punch.
Charalabous throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Charalabous paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Evangelisti misses with a body kick.
Evangelisti uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Charalabous.
Evangelisti throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Evangelisti throws a leg kick but Charalabous moved away.
Evangelisti scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Charalabous fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Evangelisti has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Charalabous lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Evangelisti checks the leg kick nicely there.
Charalabous throws a hook but Evangelisti blocks it.
No joy there for Charalabous, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Evangelisti avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Evangelisti looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Charalabous misses with a jab, cross combination.
Evangelisti scores with a nice strike.
Charalabous thumps Evangelisti with a low kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Charalabous tries to score with a low kick but Evangelisti moves his leg out of the way.
Charalabous takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A telegraphed right hand from Evangelisti misses the target.
Evangelisti blocks a head kick by Charalabous.
Charalabous moves out of range of the body kick from Evangelisti.
Charalabous avoids the head kick by Evangelisti.
Charalabous moves out of range of the body kick.
Charalabous on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
A punch combination from Evangelisti misses.
A big right from Evangelisti misses.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Evangelisti avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Charalabous throws a nice looking combination but Evangelisti bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Charalabous misses with a leg kick
and Charalabous takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Charalabous looks for the body kick but Evangelisti saw that one coming.
Charalabous blocks a head kick by Evangelisti.
Evangelisti thows a body shot but no joy.
Evangelisti jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A good leg kick by Charalabous.
Charalabous throws the left hand but Evangelisti avoids the punch easily.
Charalabous fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Charalabous lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Evangelisti has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Evangelisti and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Charalabous connects with a right hand. Evangelisti shakes it off.
Charalabous fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Evangelisti manages to avoid it.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Charalabous, right into the meat.
Danga de danga de dang - Evangelisti scores with a four punch combination!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Charalabous feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Evangelisti's calf.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Evangelisti connects with a high kick.
A head kick by Charalabous misses
enabling Evangelisti to counter with a crisp jab.
Charalabous looks to land a body kick but Evangelisti moved away.
A slow jab from Evangelisti misses its intended target.
Charalabous misses with a kick to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Charalabous checks a leg kick.
Evangelisti thows a body shot but no joy.
Charalabous bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Evangelisti's head backwards.
Charalabous tries to close the distance and clinch up but Evangelisti swats him away and circles back towards the center.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Charalabous throws a looping overhand right but Evangelisti ducks down to avoid it.
Charalabous bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Evangelisti pushes Charalabous away with a front kick.
Charalabous takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Kostas Charalabous will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Dante Evangelisti's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Evangelisti misses with a low kick as Charalabous jumps back.
Charalabous throws a leg kick
and Evangelisti counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Charalabous misses with a left hand
and Evangelisti counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Evangelisti chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Evangelisti tries to land a body kick
and Charalabous counters with a slapping leg kick.
Charalabous throws a nice inside leg kick.
Charalabous defending well as Evangelisti loads up on a big left hand.
Evangelisti scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Evangelisti throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Evangelisti throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Charalabous pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Evangelisti takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A jab from Evangelisti does it's job there.
A head kick misses from Evangelisti.
Evangelisti misses with a body kick.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Charalabous misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Evangelisti.
Evangelisti misses with a body kick.
Evangelisti throws a body punch but Charalabous moves out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Evangelisti.
Evangelisti stuns Charalabous with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Charalabous tries to clinch but Evangelisti is having none of it.
Charalabous tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Evangelisti just misses with a punch to the body.
Charalabous will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
A head kick misses from Evangelisti.
Charalabous thows a body shot but no joy.
Charalabous 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.
Charalabous throws a shot to the body.
Evangelisti has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Charalabous.
Evangelisti wants to slow Charalabous down by chopping away at his legs.
Charalabous is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Evangelisti.
Dante Evangelisti has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Charalabous throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Charalabous loads up on a big right hand but Evangelisti slips the punch.
Evangelisti chopping away at his opponent's legs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Evangelisti throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Charalabous tests Evangelisti's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Evangelisti checks a low kick from Charalabous.
Good work by Evangelisti as he checks the leg kick.
Evangelisti connects with a single shot there.
Evangelisti connects with a single shot there.
Charalabous cracks Evangelisti with an open hand slap.
Charalabous thuds his shin into the meat of Evangelisti's side.
Charalabous scores with a jab to the head.
Evangelisti throws out a loose jab but Charalabous uses good head movement to avoid it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Charalabous misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Evangelisti.
Evangelisti thows a body shot but no joy.
Evangelisti showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Charalabous.
Evangelisti thows a left - swing and a miss!
Charalabous thows a left - swing and a miss!
Charalabous tests Evangelisti's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Evangelisti takes a swing at Charalabous's ribcage but misses.
Charalabous turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Charalabous blocks the body kick.
Charalabous connects with a leg kick. Evangelisti looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Evangelisti throws a big shot that misses.
Evangelisti pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Evangelisti misses the shot to the body.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Charalabous buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Evangelisti misses the shot to the body.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Charalabous.
Evangelisti is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Evangelisti throws a leg kick but Charalabous sees it coming and moves out of range.
Evangelisti lands a right hook to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Evangelisti tried to score with a low kick but Charalabous checks it.
Evangelisti thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kostas Charalabous is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Charalabous connects with a right hand. Evangelisti shakes it off.
Evangelisti throws a half hearted mid kick.
Evangelisti uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Charalabous.
Charalabous cracks Evangelisti with a right hand 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!
Charalabous scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Good leg kick by Evangelisti there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Evangelisti throws the kick towards the body but Charalabous avoids it.
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 Kostas Charalabous.
I think Charalabous 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 49:47
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 49:47
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Kostas Charalabous!
Kostas Charalabous is the new middleweight champion!
Kostas Charalabous very nearly forgot to thank Reaper Combatwear amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
In defeat, Dante Evangelisti stepped up to the mic, saying 'Damn.'.
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