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Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Ronald Zubar (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Karl Crum (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighter's entrance songs getting the crowd jumping here.

Zubar
vs
Karl Crum

186 cm
20
176 lbs
6 - 5 - 0

190 cm
22
171 lbs
1 - 2 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid boxing
Good chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Very confident

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 6 - 5 - 0, fighting out of London, Ronald Zubar!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, Karl Crum!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, William Gold and Chris Edwards.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Crum takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Zubar connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Crum momentarily.
A chopping leg kick lands by Crum.
Crum paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Zubar looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Crum lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Crum looks for the body kick but Zubar saw that one coming.
Crum ducks right into an uppercut from Zubar.
Zubar checks a low kick from Crum.
Zubar throws a nice looking combination but Crum bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zubar feints a jab promting Crum to slip. Zubar then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Crum slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.

Crum is rocked!
Zubar lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Crum falls backwards - clearly groggy! Zubar dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ronald Zubar!

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energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
77%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Jack Long (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Slicky McGrease (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Long's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, remember the name. McGrease has chosen I'm a beast 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.

Long
vs
McGrease

187 cm
23
198 lbs
4 - 4 - 0

180 cm
26
205 lbs
2 - 3 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Experienced

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Solid chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 4 - 4 - 0, fighting out of London, Jack Long!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 3 - 0, fighting out of London, Slicky McGrease!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Sam Margolis and Daniel Bishop.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McGrease wants to clinch.
Long closes the distance and clinches up with McGrease, looking for a takedown. Long pushes McGrease against the cage but McGrease circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
McGrease looks for a takedown but Long sprawls well.

Long looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for McGrease!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McGrease pushes Long away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Long gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Long slows the pace down.
Long throws a strike aimed at the side of McGrease's head but McGrease avoids it well.
Long is looking to take a break and control but McGrease is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Long misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
McGrease struggling a bit here.

That's one minute gone in the round.
McGrease wants to get back to his feet but Long drags him back down.
Long is working McGrease over with some ground and pound from side control.

Long stands up.
Slicky McGrease seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGrease wants to clinch up but Long keeps it at a distance.
McGrease tries to close the distance and clinch but Long swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
McGrease tries to clinch but Long moves out of range.
McGrease is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Long finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.

McGrease has closed the distance and engaged Long in a clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as McGrease takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, McGrease just misses with a elbow thrown towards Long's brow.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
McGrease working aggressively here.
McGrease lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
McGrease wants to stall.
McGrease lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
McGrease misses with a punch to the body.
Long blocks the elbow strike.
Long wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Long wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but McGrease has him pressed against the cage.
McGrease stops a takedown attempt from Long.

McGrease breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Long throws a looping overhand right but McGrease ducks down to avoid it.
Horrible takedown by Long or perhaps it was just good defense by McGrease which made him look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Long. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McGrease doesn't manage to clinch there - Long circles away.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
McGrease tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Long paws at him with a jab and circles away.
McGrease should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
McGrease tries to clinch there but Long circles away.
McGrease tries to clinch but Long moves away
and Long counters with a right hand to the body.
Long fails miserably with a takedown attempt.

McGrease moves into the clinch successfully.
Long is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
A short left from McGrease.
Long goes for a takedown in the clinch but McGrease prevents it.
Long wants to get back to striking at distance but McGrease won't allow it.
A short right from McGrease on the inside.
McGrease lands a left hand that snaps the head of Long backwards.
McGrease lands a nice uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McGrease.
Long is breathing heavily.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

McGrease breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
McGrease tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Long swivels and escapes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.

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

McGrease breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
McGrease doesn't manage to clinch there - Long circles away.
Long keeps the fight on the outside.
Long has a takedown stuffed.

McGrease rushes Long and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
McGrease lands a shot to the body.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
McGrease lands a shoulder strike.
McGrease lands a hook that snaps the head of Long backwards.
McGrease stalling in the clinch but Long improves position.
McGrease lands with a short head shot on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Slicky McGrease dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.

McGrease moves into the clinch successfully.
McGrease lands a left hand that snaps the head of Long backwards.
A frustrated look appears on McGrease's face as he tries to break the clinch.

McGrease breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Long tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but McGrease defends well and Long ends up having to push McGrease into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
McGrease throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.

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

McGrease has taken the fight to the clinch.
Long is trying to force a seperation but McGrease has the dominant position.

Long breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
McGrease doesn't manage to clinch there - Long circles away.
McGrease tries to clinch but Long is having none of it.

Long closes the distance and clinches.
McGrease scores with an uppercut up the middle.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Long can't break the clinch.
McGrease working some nice short punches in the clinch.
McGrease lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
McGrease is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
McGrease comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
McGrease lands a nice shot to the body.

McGrease breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Long takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
McGrease tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
McGrease stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and McGrease wants it to stay on the feet.
McGrease is looking to take this fight into the clinch.

McGrease gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
McGrease has Long pressed against the cage, preventing Long from circling away and getting back to striking at range.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
McGrease holding his opponent close, against the cage.
McGrease is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Long is trying to break the clinch but McGrease is controlling him.
Long is trying to work for a single leg takedown but McGrease pulls him back up using the underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Long. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Long jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as McGrease walks away with a smile on his face. Long gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
McGrease lands a front kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McGrease swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Long.

Long forces McGrease back against the cage and clinches.
Long is looking to break free of the clinch but McGrease has double underhooks.
McGrease lands a right hand.
McGrease throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Longs head.
McGrease creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Long's defenses.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Long avoids a wild elbow strike from McGrease.
Long is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but McGrease is defending well.
McGrease unloads a knee to the mid-section.
McGrease lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
McGrease content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Long fails to pull guard.
McGrease stalling.
McGrease lands an elbow that stopped Long in his tracks for a moment.
McGrease taking a breather.

McGrease escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've been informed that McGrease has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
McGrease tries to clinch but Long moves out of range.
McGrease uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Long throws the left hand but McGrease avoids the punch easily.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Long takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
McGrease fails in his attempt to clinch.
McGrease tries to clinch up.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McGrease tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
McGrease thuds a left hand into Long's body.
McGrease is looking to clinch but Long is avoiding it.
Long looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
No luck for Long with that takedown attempt.
McGrease tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Long counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
McGrease wants to clinch.
Slicky McGrease seems to be getting the better of the standup.

McGrease gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Slicky McGrease 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. And we move into the final round!

Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by McGrease.
Long swats away the attempt to clinch by McGrease.
Long circles away from the clinch attempt.
Long will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Nice takedown defense from McGrease. No joy for Long on that attempt.
Long shoots in for a takedown but McGrease shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Long. That's going to take a lot out of him.

McGrease moves into the clinch.
McGrease lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Long backwards.
Nice elbow from McGrease.
McGrease working some nice short punches in the clinch.

McGrease breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McGrease throws a half hearted mid kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

McGrease closes the distance and clinches.
McGrease throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Longs head.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Still in the clinch, McGrease scores with a nice short uppercut.
The referee is keeping an eye on McGrease - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
McGrease comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
McGrease scores with a shoulder strike.
McGrease lands a good knee to the midsection. Long won't want to take too many of those.
A short right hand to the side of the head by McGrease.
McGrease crunches a lovely knee into Long's ribcage.
Long is looking for a takedown up against the cage. McGrease gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
McGrease lands a body shot.
McGrease gets through Long's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.

McGrease manages to break the clinch.
McGrease fails in his attempt to clinch.

McGrease closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Long's guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McGrease slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
McGrease trying to stand up but can't free himself from Long's guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Long is trying to control the position from the bottom.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Jack Long.

Long rushes McGrease and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
McGrease is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
McGrease gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
McGrease lands an elbow that stopped Long in his tracks for a moment.
McGrease throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
McGrease lands with a left to the head.
McGrease lands a damaging elbow.

McGrease's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
McGrease wants to clinch.
Long misses with a head kick.
McGrease is looking to clinch.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Long shoots in for a double leg but McGrease sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Jack Long is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Long misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Long takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Slicky McGrease is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
McGrease tries to clinch up but Long circles away and keeps his distance.
Long circles away from the clinch attempt.
McGrease is looking to clinch but Long is avoiding it.
McGrease has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Long 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 McGrease has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from McGrease and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.

Long drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McGrease is looking to stand up but Long isn't so interested in that idea.

McGrease manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Jack Long has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Long shoots in but McGrease avoids the takedown attempt easily.

McGrease forces Long back against the cage and clinches.

And that's the end of the fight!
Slicky McGrease comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got McGrease 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Slicky McGrease!
Slicky McGrease decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Jack Long spoke after the fight, saying 'I will be back. Fitter. Faster. Stronger. And I will come away with the win'.

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B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
85%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Filip Nocon (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Wesley Weber (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Weber has chosen Scotland the Brave as his entrance music. The key to victory for Filip Nocon has got to be keeping the fight on the feet.

Nocon
vs
Weber

195 cm
19
280 lbs
1 - 3 - 0

188 cm
25
239 lbs
5 - 8 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid boxing
KO power

Good takedowns
Brawler
Knockout power

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Filip Nocon!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 8 - 0, fighting out of London, Wesley Weber!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Steven Brown and Paul Tew.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Weber shoots in looking for a takedown but Nocon manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Weber's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Nocon tries to clinch up but Weber circles away and keeps his distance.
Nocon throws a leg kick that misses.
Nocon shoots in but doesn't get the takedown

and Weber counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Weber scoring with punches to the head and body.
Weber controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Weber pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nocon is keeping the position for now.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nocon wants to stand but Weber is controlling the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Nocon is on top in guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Weber can do anything to dispel that myth.

Weber is looking for a triangle but Nocon pushes his legs off easily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Nocon trying to control but Weber is working from the bottom.

Weber is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Nocon postures up in Weber's guard and throws a big left but Weber blocks it.

Weber is looking for a triangle but Nocon pushes his legs off easily.

Weber throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Nocon trying to control the position from guard on top but Weber is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Weber has his hands on Nocon's head, controlling the position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Weber keeping moving, preventing Nocon from controlling successfully.

Nocon got a little sloppy there for a moment and Weber has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nocon has managed to get both his arms back between Weber's legs - danger averted.
Nocon trying to control but Weber is working from the bottom.
Nocon is really struggling to control Weber but he's trying to hold on to the position.

Filip Nocon has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Weber fails to land the takedown.
Weber on the wrong end of a nice hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nocon tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Left hook, right uppercut from Nocon.

It looks like Wesley Weber has been cut.
Nocon lands with a shot to the body.
Weber looks winded!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nocon fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nocon defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Weber.
Filip Nocon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wesley Weber.
Nocon fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Weber to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Weber looks to clinch but Nocon throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Weber taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Filip Nocon!

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energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
56%

Undercard bout

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

Masuka
vs
Smith

195 cm
27
266 lbs
3 - 1 - 0

195 cm
31
263 lbs
11 - 8 - 0

Good wrestling
Excellent boxer
Very strong

Good wrestler
World class MT
Powerful

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Vincent Masuka!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 11 - 8 - 0, fighting out of London, John Smith!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Colin Fotheringham and Phil Schofield.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Masuka scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.

Masuka is looking for a kimura but Smith is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Masuka to get the leverage.
We've been hearing that Masuka has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Smith gets full guard.
Masuka wants to control from the top but Smith keeps moving.
Masuka throwing strikes from guard but Smith blocks nicely.
Smith 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.
Smith has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at London MMA Club. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Smith is trying to control the position but Masuka postures up.

Masuka drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Masuka jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Smith can do anything to dispel that myth.
Masuka trying to control the position from guard on top but Smith is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Smith really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Masuka. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Masuka loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.

Masuka is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Masuka postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Masuka postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Masuka stays in close to Smith's body and controls the position.
Smith wants to sweep here but Masuka controlling him for the moment.
Masuka pushes down on Smith's leg and manages to get into half guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Smith is looking to control Masuka's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Smith avoid being mounted?
Masuka is nestled in close to Smith, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
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!
Masuka wants to lay and pray for a moment but Smith keeps working.
Masuka working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.

Masuka seems to be working for a kimura but Smith defends the submission attempt.
Smith is trying is best to control the position here.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Smith blocking the ground and pound attempt from Masuka.
Masuka missing with the ground and pound from half guard.

Masuka is working for a submission of some sort.
Smith is refusing to be controlled, as Masuka sits in half guard.
Smith trying to control from the bottom.
Masuka passes to full mount!
Masuka thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Masuka can't control as he wanted to and Smith manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Masuka with the ground and pound but Smith uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Masuka trying to control but Smith is working from the bottom.
Masuka postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Masuka trying to control the position from guard on top but Smith is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Masuka 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.
Smith keeping full guard, as Masuka tries to pass.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

Masuka drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Masuka jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vincent Masuka dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Horrible takedown by Masuka or perhaps it was just good defense by Smith which made him look bad.
Masuka shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Smith sprawls well. Smith wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Masuka gets slowly back to his feet.
The fighters circle, before Smith throws a beautiful high kick that crashes into Masuka's neck, sending him stumbling to the floor! Smith lands more strikes and forces a referee stoppage! That one ended in an instant!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:20 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick & Punches). John Smith!

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C
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energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Jerwayne Ashley (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Gevorg Petrosyan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Petrosyan comes into a darkened arena with his song building. No Turning Back - Stand and Fight kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! I'm sure you'll be fascinated to know that I was talking to some pointless Z list celebrity before the fight and he thought that Gevorg Petrosyan was going to win. Let's see if he was right.

Ashley
vs
Petrosyan

185 cm
27
220 lbs
1 - 1 - 0

185 cm
26
216 lbs
10 - 9 - 1

Good wrestling
Excellent boxer
Insanely flexible

Good wrestler
Excellent MT
Good gas tank

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Jerwayne Ashley!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 10 - 9 - 1, fighting out of London, Gevorg Petrosyan!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Sam Margolis and Paul Tew.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Petrosyan throws a low kick but Ashley moves out of range easily.
Petrosyan lands with an uppercut that bounces Ashley off the cage and back into range.
Petrosyan misses the jab.
Petrosyan has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.

Ashley feints and as Petrosyan raises his hands in defense, Ashley changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Ashley trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ashley passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Petrosyan on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!

Ashley thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Ashley trying to control the action but Petrosyan is working from the bottom.
Petrosyan is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Ashley is controlling him well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Ashley wants to lay and pray for a moment but Petrosyan keeps working.

Ashley goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Petrosyan rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Ashley's guard! Nice work there by Petrosyan!
Petrosyan controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.

Ashley throws his legs up looking for a submission but Petrosyan uses it to pass to side control.
Petrosyan wants to stand but Ashley has his arm trapped.

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

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ashley tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Petrosyan wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Petrosyan wants to control but Ashley is keeping him busy.

Petrosyan tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Petrosyan has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!

Petrosyan is trying to get an arm triangle but Ashley is defending well.

Petrosyan goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Ashley rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Petrosyan's guard! Nice work there by Ashley!
Ashley passes Petrosyan's left leg - he's now in half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Ashley is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Petrosyan still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Petrosyan has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Ashley tries to buck Petrosyan off but Petrosyan is having none of it.
Ashley sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Petrosyan throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Ashley to regain full guard.
Petrosyan trying to control but Ashley is working from the bottom.
Ashley wants to sweep but no luck.
Petrosyan looking to pass the guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ashley is on top in guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Petrosyan looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ashley advances position into side control!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
You can see the frustration on Petrosyan's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Petrosyan wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!

Ashley goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Petrosyan has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Ashley but great work by Petrosyan.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Ashley sneaks back into half guard.
Petrosyan is keen to just control but Ashley is a slippery customer.

Petrosyan is working for a kimura but Ashley is defending it quite comfortably.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Ashley throws a nice looking combination but Petrosyan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Petrosyan misses with a wild combination.
Ashley tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Petrosyan misses with an uppercut. Ashley saw that one coming.
Petrosyan misses with a right hand
and Ashley counters with a right hand to the body.
Petrosyan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Petrosyan misses with a straight right.
Petrosyan stuffs the takedown attempt from Ashley. Ashley gets slowly back to his feet.
Petrosyan lands a nice shot that snaps Ashley's head back.
Ashley misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Petrosyan tries to land a leg kick but Ashley saw it coming and moves away.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Ashley fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Petrosyan sprawls well initially but Ashley persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Petrosyan wants to control but Ashley is keeping busy.
Petrosyan tries to roll over but Ashley keeps him under control.

Petrosyan is defending against the submission attempts here by Ashley.
Petrosyan trying to control but Ashley postures up.
Ashley performing his best blanket impression for a moment.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ashley wants to control but Petrosyan is keeping him busy.
Ashley wants to pass to mount but Petrosyan is defending the position.
Ashley is trying to control the action in half guard but Petrosyan is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Ashley is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Petrosyan!
Petrosyan wants to control but Ashley is having none of it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ashley manages to capitalize on a mistake by Petrosyan to take his back!

Ashley looking to break Petrosyan's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Petrosyan remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Ashley will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Petrosyan defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Ashley's arms.
Petrosyan tries to escape but Ashley has the hooks in and won't let him break free.

Petrosyan is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.

Ashley looking for the choke but no joy.
Petrosyan looking to stop the rear naked choke attempt by controlling the hands.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Will Ashley go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.

Ashley is persistently looking for the submission but Petrosyan is defending it well.

Ashley has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Petrosyan has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Petrosyan wants to control his opponent's hands but Ashley gets his hands free.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

Ashley looking for the choke but no joy.

Ashley sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Petrosyan taps out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jerwayne Ashley!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
32%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Daniel Ryan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Marley Musthafa (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Ryan kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is I'd Love to Knock the Hell out of You by Hank Williams, Jr. Daniel Ryan has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.

Ryan
vs
Musthafa

183 cm
28
159 lbs
16 - 11 - 0

184 cm
22
151 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

Powerful takedowns
Good kicks
Cardio machine

BJJ Purple Belt
Brawler
Powerful

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 16 - 11 - 0, fighting out of London, Daniel Ryan!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Marley Musthafa!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, James Ackerman and Chris Edwards.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Musthafa throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Ryan counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Musthafa looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Ryan shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Musthafa as he avoids it easily.
Musthafa throws a sloppy head kick and Ryan moves out of range easily.
Ryan looks for a takedown but Musthafa sprawls well.
Ryan throws a head kick but Musthafa moves out of range.
Musthafa slips a jab from Ryan.
Ryan changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Musthafa tries to avoid it but Ryan manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Musthafa to the ground. Musthafa escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Daniel Ryan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Musthafa fails with a takedown attempt.
Ryan keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Musthafa with a lazy takedown attempt

and Ryan counters with a single leg into guard. Musthafa didn't expect that.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Ryan won't allow Musthafa to get back to his feet.
Ryan sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Musthafa's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Ryan is working for a submission of some sort.

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

That's one minute gone in the round.

Musthafa is defending against the submission attempts here by Ryan.

Ryan seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Musthafa is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Daniel Ryan!
A less than humble Daniel Ryan misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
48%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Tom Stroud (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Viljo Suokas (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Stroud kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Vallenfyre - Iconoclast. Suokas has chosen Limp Bizkit - Break stuff as his entrance music. Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!

Stroud
vs
Suokas

178 cm
28
168 lbs
15 - 14 - 0

175 cm
29
165 lbs
13 - 24 - 1

Good wrestling
Solid boxing
Cardio machine

Good wrestler
Dangerous knees
Good gas tank

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 15 - 14 - 0, fighting out of London, Tom Stroud!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 13 - 24 - 1, fighting out of London, Viljo Suokas!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, James Ackerman and William Gold.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Stroud throws a jab when Suokas was well out of range.
Suokas tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Suokas swats away the attempt to clinch by Stroud.
Suokas misses with a looping left.
Stroud misses with a right hand
and Suokas counters with a series of strikes. Stroud will be more careful next time no doubt.
Tom Stroud seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stroud misses with a hook.
Suokas on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Stroud looks to land a combination. Suokas sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Stroud misses with an uppercut. Suokas saw that one coming.
Stroud throws a right hand that Suokas ducks under and follows up with a left that Suokas also avoids with ease.
Suokas keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Stroud.
Suokas throws a lazy uppercut
and Stroud counters with a one-two to the body.
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!
Stroud misses with a body shot.
A head kick from Suokas lands but Stroud takes it in his stride.
Suokas tries to clinch but Stroud is having none of it.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Stroud lands an overhand right.
Viljo Suokas is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Stroud throws a series of punches but Suokas avoids them all with ease.
Suokas cracks Stroud with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Suokas lands with a kick to the temple. Stroud shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Suokas thuds a left hand into Stroud's body.
Suokas steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Stroud.
Stroud throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Suokas tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Stroud manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Stroud misses with a two punch combination.
Stroud lands a jab to the nose.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stroud fails to land with a series of punches.
Jab, jab by Suokas - just one landing.
Stroud wants to clinch.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Stroud misses with a two punch combination.
Suokas lands a jab to the head.
Stroud swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Suokas counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Stroud misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Suokas moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A big left from Stroud misses.
Stroud tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Suokas manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
The fighters circle momentarily. Suokas darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Stroud shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Suokas but Suokas pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Suokas slips under a jab from Stroud.
Stroud has a takedown stuffed.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Suokas throws a series of punches but Stroud avoids them all with ease.
Suokas misses with a kick to the body.
Suokas connects with a single shot there.
Stroud misses with a few strikes there.
Suokas connects with a body shot.
Stroud looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Stroud throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Stroud misses with a double jab
and Suokas makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Stroud really felt that one!
Stroud is breathing heavily.
Suokas lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.

It looks like Tom Stroud has been cut.
Nice defenses there by Suokas.
Stroud fails to land with a series of punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stroud shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Suokas as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tom Stroud. That's going to take a lot out of him.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Suokas misses with the combination.
Suokas tests Stroud's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Suokas stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Stroud fails in his attempt to clinch.
Stroud is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
A good leg kick by Suokas.
Suokas fails with an attempt to clinch.
Suokas stuffs the takedown.
Suokas is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Stroud had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Sloppy strikes from Stroud. Those never looked like landing.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Stroud. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Suokas lands with a slapping head kick.
Stroud walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Stroud misses with a combination
and Suokas counters with an inside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viljo Suokas dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tom Stroud's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!

Suokas avoids a punch combination nicely.
Suokas gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Stroud.
A big right from Suokas misses.
Suokas throws a head kick that looked like it stung.

Suokas gets tackled into the cage by Stroud. Stroud maintains the clinch.
Stroud stalling in the clinch but Suokas improves position.
Suokas stops a takedown attempt from Stroud.
Suokas lands a hook that snaps the head of Stroud backwards.
A short right from Suokas.
Stroud lands a shoulder strike.
Stroud goes for a takedown in the clinch but Suokas prevents it.
Suokas blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Suokas misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Stroud.
Stroud misses with a punch on the inside.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Stroud stalling against the cage.
Suokas missing with knees to the body.
Suokas utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Suokas stalls.
Stroud lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nice body punch from Suokas - that landed with a thud.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Suokas.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Suokas.
Stroud is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Suokas pressing his opponent against the cage.
Suokas lands with a short head shot on the inside.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Suokas lands a hook that snaps the head of Stroud backwards.
Suokas's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Suokas utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Suokas lands with a left to the head.
Suokas stops a takedown attempt from Stroud.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tom Stroud. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Stroud is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Suokas is keeping busy.
Stroud's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Stroud misses with a punch on the inside.
Suokas slowing the pace effectively.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Suokas trying to land knees to the body.
Stroud tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Suokas's elbow.
Stroud jumps guard but Suokas turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A short uppercut from Suokas.
Stroud lands a damaging elbow.

It looks like Viljo Suokas has been cut.
Stroud pushes off an throws an elbow but Suokas leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Suokas is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Suokas lands with a light punch inside.
Suokas lands a damaging elbow.
Viljo Suokas seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Suokas throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Strouds head.
Suokas manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Suokas lands a nice knee to the body.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Suokas pushes Stroud back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stroud is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Suokas is keeping busy.
Stroud wants to break free but Suokas has control.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
The referee calls for Suokas to work.
Suokas lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Stroud controlling the action here for a moment.
Suokas working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viljo Suokas showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.

Stroud throws a push kick but Suokas slaps the foot to one side.

Suokas gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Suokas manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Suokas lands with a short shot to the head.
Suokas creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Stroud's defenses.
Stroud takes an elbow to the temple.
Stroud fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Suokas tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Stroud throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Suokass head.
Stroud tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.

Stroud breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Suokas stuffs the takedown.
Suokas throws a head kick but Stroud moves out of range.
Suokas lands a nice shot that snaps Stroud's head back.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Suokas ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Stroud takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Suokas lands a jab to the nose.
Suokas gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Stroud misses with a series of wild punches.
Suokas throws a sloppy head kick and Stroud moves out of range easily.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Suokas blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Suokas lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Stroud controlling the action here for a moment.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Stroud is working for takedown but Suokas is calmly controlling the position for now.
Stroud working aggressively here.
Suokas working some nice short punches in the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stroud wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Suokas has him pressed against the cage.
Stroud can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tom Stroud. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Suokas.
Stroud changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Suokas fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Viljo Suokas seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A head kick misses from Suokas.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Suokas misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Stroud connects with a solid leg kick.
Stroud tries to clinch up but Suokas circles away and keeps his distance.
Stroud tries to land a front kick but Suokas steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Stroud throws out a powerful jab.
Stroud takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Stroud takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Stroud slips a jab and a cross from Suokas.
Stroud takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Suokas lands a nice hook to Stroud's body. Stroud takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Suokas works the jab nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A cross from Suokas lands.

Stroud is rocked!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Suokas lands a head kick!
Oh Stroud is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Stroud throws a series of punches but Suokas moves out of range.
Stroud throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Suokas counters with a crisp right that sends Stroud to the canvas! Suokas follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:20 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Viljo Suokas!
A relieved looking Viljo Suokas thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Rory Breaker (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Muhammad Ali (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying Ali's choice of entrance music: Rocky Theme. Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!

Breaker
vs
Ali

182 cm
27
216 lbs
7 - 1 - 0

191 cm
22
207 lbs
6 - 7 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
Granite chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent boxer
Good gas tank

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 7 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Rory Breaker!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 6 - 7 - 0, fighting out of London, Muhammad Ali!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, Paul Tew and James Ackerman.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ali walks into a left hand.
Breaker looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Breaker misses with a looping left.
Breaker slips a jab from Ali.
Ali moves out of range of the strikes.
Breaker throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ali.
Breaker throws a series of strikes that have Ali backpedaling.
Breaker misses with a series of wild punches.
Nice shot lands for Ali.
Rory Breaker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ali throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Breaker on the side of the head.
Ali lands a right hook to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A telegraphed right hand from Breaker misses the target.
Breaker looks to land a left hand but Ali moved out of range nicely.
Breaker drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Breaker misses with a few strikes there.
Breaker swinging wildly here.
Breaker misses the shot to the body.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Ali misses with a hook.
Breaker throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Ali staying out of range there.
Breaker's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Breaker duly obliges.
Ali connects with a nice looking jab.
We've been told by Breaker's head coaches at Tycoon Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Breaker lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ali circles away quickly and effectively.
Jab from Ali.

It looks like Rory Breaker has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A punch combination from Ali misses.
Breaker throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Ali counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Sloppy strikes from Ali. Those never looked like landing.
Ali misses with a body shot.
Breaker moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Ali connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Rory Breaker is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Breaker looks to land a right hand but Ali moved out of range.

Ali drops his shoulder and cracks Breaker with a huge uppercut! Breaker goes down! Can Ali finish him?
Ali is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
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.
Ali controlling from the top position.
Ali sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Breaker's guard.
Ali is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Breaker avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ali.
Ali trying to control the pace.
Ali looks to score some points with some ground and pound.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ali controlling the action here.
Ali throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

The ref stands the fighters back up. Muhammad Ali was stalling too much, according to the referee.
Some wild striking there from Breaker.
Breaker misses with an uppercut
and Ali makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Ali slips a jab and a cross from Breaker.
Breaker misses with a wild body shot.

Ali shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Ali showed some decent athleticism there.
Breaker is breathing heavily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ali not doing much here.
Breaker blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ali.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Muhammad Ali dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Rory Breaker's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!

Breaker throws a big shot that misses.
Breaker is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Ali's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Breaker works the jab nicely.
Breaker misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ali scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Ali looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Breaker with a nice cross.
Breaker misses with a double jab
and Ali counters with a nice uppercut.
Ali ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Breaker moves away.
Ali displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Breaker throws out the jab.
Breaker connects with a looping right hand.
Muhammad Ali seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice straight punches there by Ali. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Ali.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ali scores with a hook.
A big left from Breaker misses.
Breaker swinging wildly here.
Ali lands a nice hook to Breaker's body. Breaker takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Breaker has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Ali finds it's way round the side to connect with Breaker's head.
Sloppy strikes from Breaker. Those never looked like landing.
Breaker misses with the combination.
Ali ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rory Breaker is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ali thows a body shot but no joy.
Breaker looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ali throws a shot from downtown. Breaker moves away and avoids it.
Breaker has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Breaker there as he acknowledges the shot.
Breaker throws a right hand that misses
and Ali scores with a counter punch that sends Breaker to the canvas! Ali smells blood - he's punishing Breaker with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Breaker has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Muhammad Ali!
A victorious Muhammad Ali thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

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Main event

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Jared Kincaid (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Joe Barbaro (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Barbaro has chosen Fight - Future World Music 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.

Kincaid
vs
Barbaro

197 cm
29
195 lbs
9 - 2 - 0

188 cm
30
185 lbs
13 - 1 - 0

Good wrestling
World class MT
Cardio machine

Good wrestler
World class MT
Granite chin

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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 9 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, Jared Kincaid!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 13 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Joe Barbaro!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, James Atkins and James Ackerman.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Barbaro lands an overhand right.
Barbaro lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kincaid circles away quickly and effectively.
A jab from Barbaro finds it's way through Kincaid's defenses.
Barbaro swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Barbaro throws a head kick that misses.
Barbaro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kincaid manages to avoid it.
Barbaro throws a big shot that misses.
Barbaro scores with a jab.
Kincaid shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Barbaro pinned against the cage. Barbaro gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kincaid shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Barbaro pinned against the cage. Barbaro gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
A head kick by Kincaid misses

so Barbaro counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Kincaid trying to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Barbaro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kincaid swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Barbaro must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Barbaro looking to sit in guard and control but Kincaid gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kincaid accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kincaid trying to control but Barbaro is working from the bottom.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kincaid throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kincaid throwing strikes from guard but Barbaro blocks nicely.
Barbaro pulls Kincaid in to control the position.
Kincaid throws a big elbow that misses.
Kincaid is looking to work some ground and pound but Barbaro has wrist control.
Kincaid is looking to stand up but Barbaro won't let him.
Kincaid stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Barbaro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kincaid throws a big right hand that misses.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Barbaro is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Barbaro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kincaid is one step ahead there.
Barbaro is trying to control the position from the bottom.

OK we're going to have a standup here. Joe Barbaro hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.
Barbaro misses with a few strikes there.
Kincaid shoots for a takedown but Barbaro saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jared Kincaid. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Barbaro takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kincaid blocks the body kick.
Joe Barbaro is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kincaid on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Barbaro. Barbaro obviously looking to wear him down.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Barbaro connects with a leg kick. Kincaid looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
A telegraphed right hand from Barbaro misses the target.
Barbaro throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kincaid avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kincaid swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kincaid changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Barbaro tries to avoid it but Kincaid manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Barbaro to the ground. Barbaro escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Kincaid looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Barbaro is fending him off so far but Kincaid persists. Nope, Barbaro circles away and we're back to standing.
Barbaro connects with a looping right hand.
Kincaid misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Barbaro scoring well with a low kick there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Barbaro throws a lazy head kick
and Kincaid counters with a nice uppercut.
Barbaro darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Barbaro misses with a hook.
Kincaid misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Barbaro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joe Barbaro dominated that round.
That's time! Kincaid's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Kincaid jabs away that one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kincaid shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Barbaro defends it nicely.
Barbaro feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kincaid's calf.
Barbaro has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Kincaid throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Barbaro's waist but Barbaro gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kincaid off to one side.
Barbaro slips under a jab from Kincaid.
Kincaid ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kincaid on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kincaid takes one to the side of the head.
Barbaro will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kincaid fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jared Kincaid. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kincaid thumps Barbaro with a low kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kincaid.

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

That's one minute gone in the round.
Barbaro tries to roll over but Kincaid keeps him under control.
Barbaro trying to control but Kincaid postures up.
Barbaro is doing well to control the position and prevent Kincaid from advancing to side control.
Barbaro makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Barbaro.
Kincaid throws a strike but Barbaro rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Barbaro looking to pass the guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Barbaro is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Kincaid is trying to keep Barbaro in close.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Barbaro with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kincaid on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Barbaro with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kincaid lands with a kick to the temple. Barbaro shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"

It looks like Joe Barbaro has been cut.
Barbaro leaves Kincaid with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kincaid blocks a low kick nicely.
Kincaid darts in looking for a takedown but Barbaro gets double underhooks and turns Kincaid into the cage.
Kincaid has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Barbaro after a bit of a struggle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Barbaro.

Barbaro breaks from the clinch.
Kincaid tries to score a power double leg takedown but Barbaro sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kincaid somewhat.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Barbaro moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kincaid on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.

Kincaid is rocked!
Barbaro throws a sloppy head kick and Kincaid moves out of range easily.
Oh Kincaid is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kincaid throws a right hand that Barbaro ducks under and follows up with a left that Barbaro also avoids with ease.
Kincaid seems to have got his legs back now.
Kincaid misses with a takedown attempt - Barbaro sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.

Oooooh!!! Barbaro has knocked Kincaid down with a huge combo! Barbaro steps away and waves a wobbly Kincaid back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Kincaid looks for a takedown but Barbaro sprawls well.

Barbaro moves into the clinch successfully.

Barbaro drops Kincaid onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Kincaid is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Barbaro lands a nice knee to the body.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Barbaro pushes Kincaid back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Barbaro lands a big knee to the head and Kincaid goes down! Barbaro pounces and finishes the fight with strikes! He jumps to his feet and celebrates with the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Joe Barbaro!
Joe Barbaro is the new middleweight champion!
Joe Barbaro took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, //buriedALIVE// Fight Gear for their support in the buildup to the fight.