Death Squad 127:Rogers vs Ulrich PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Bulle Bong (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Brett Strong (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Bong
vs
Strong

177 cm
21
168 lbs
0 - 4 - 0

190 cm
22
170 lbs
2 - 4 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Big heart

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Knockout power

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 0 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Bulle Bong!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Brett Strong!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Cecil Peabody and George Francis.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Strong instigates a clinch.
Bong wants to stall.
Strong wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Strong gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Bong.
Strong keeps control of Bong as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.

Strong jumps guard and drags Bong to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Strong holds on and takes a little breather.
Strong looking for a sweep. Not yet Strong, not yet.
Strong has Bong pulled in close to control his posture.
Bong wants to control from the top but Strong keeps moving.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Bong tries to close the distance and clinch but Strong swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.

Bong gets tackled into the cage by Strong. Strong maintains the clinch.
Bong is trying to stall.

Bong's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bong throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bong has a takedown stuffed.
Bong tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bulle Bong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bong pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Strong tries for a takedown but Bong circles away easily
and Bong counters with a big head kick but Strong shrugs it off.

Strong fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bong sprawls well initially but Strong persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Bong is trying to stand up here but Strong is controlling him well.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Strong seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Strong is controlling the pace.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Let's hope that Strong has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Bong on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Strong is pressing down on Bong's thigh, looking to free his foot. Bong is holding on for now.
Strong wants to control but Bong is keeping him busy.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bong is trying to stand back up but Strong is controlling him
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Strong connects with a nice short shot to Bong's temple.
Bong tries to kick Strong off but Strong keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Strong wants to pass the guard but Bong is defending well.
Strong not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Strong trying to mount his opponent but Bong defends it.
Strong content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bong wants to get back to his feet.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Strong tries to pass the half guard into mount. Bong knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Bong tries to roll over but Strong keeps him under control.

Bong manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Strong keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Strong wants to get back to striking at distance but Bong won't allow it.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

Bong breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Strong misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Bong pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Strong back to the cage. Bong follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brett Strong dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.

Good standup being displayed there by Bong as he connects with a hook.
Bulle Bong is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bong goes for a double leg but Strong avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Strong continues to drive forward.

Strong is trying to trip Bong. He has hold of a leg but Bong is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Strong persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Strong postures up.
Bong wants to control the position but Strong says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Bong is looking to escape.
Strong is looking to advance position but Bong won't allow it.
Bong is looking to improve his position.
Strong has decided to stand back up but his arm is trapped. Whilst he's worrying about his arm, Bong works to full guard.
Bong wants to stand up but Strong is controlling him.
Bong might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Bong scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Bong shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Strong pinned against the cage. Strong gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Bong lands a nice looking body shot.
Strong tries a head kick but it misses.

Strong looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Strong wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bong keeps working.
Strong trying to pass the guard but Bong defending well.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Strong with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Strong wants to control but Bong is keeping him busy.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Bong wants to get back to his feet.

The ref stands the fighters back up. Brett Strong was stalling too much, according to the referee.
Strong circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bong misses with a head kick.

Strong gets a double leg takedown into Bong's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Strong wanted to stand there but Bong had control of the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Strong controls from within his opponent's guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bong looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Strong trying to stand up but can't free himself from Bong's guard.
Strong sitting in guard here, content to control.

The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Brett Strong.
Strong goes for a double leg but Bong avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bong continues to drive forward.
Bong wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bulle Bong. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Strong pulls Bong into guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Strong has Bong pulled in close to control his posture.
Bong 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.
Strong is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Bong trying to stand up but can't free himself from Strong's guard.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
A big right from Bong misses.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

Strong bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Brett Strong has got the better of the ground game so far.

Strong thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brett Strong showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.

Strong stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Strong wants it to stay on the feet.

Strong clinches.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Strong as Bong tries to tie him up.
Strong has Bong pressed against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Bong's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Strong has Bong pressed against the cage, preventing Bong from circling away and getting back to striking at range.

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

Strong shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Bong is trying to stand back up but Strong is controlling him

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bong is looking to get back to is feet but Strong passes into side control.
Bong wants to get back to his feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bong tries to bench press Strong off him but Strong keeps the position.
Strong controlling the position from side mount.
Bong sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bong avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Strong.
Strong is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Strong trying to control from half guard but Bong is working away.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Strong in particular looking to stall.

The ref stands the fighters back up. Brett Strong was stalling too much, according to the referee.
Bong looks to land a combination but Strong avoids it well.
Strong throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bong sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bong throws a half hearted mid kick.
Strong throws a head kick but Bong moves out of range.
Bong fails with an attempt to clinch.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jab, jab by Bong - just one landing.
Strong tries to clinch up but Bong circles away and keeps his distance.

Strong gets the takedown into side control.
Strong in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Strong advances to mount.
Bong is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
Strong dominating with strikes here.
Strong landing strikes, looking to finish!
Bong is looking to get to half guard.

Strong looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bong is squirming around, avoiding Strong's attempts to control the action.
Strong sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Bulle Bong has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bong tries to buck Strong off but he can't manage it.
Brett Strong 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.
Strong controlling his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Brett Strong comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Strong 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 27:30
Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brett Strong!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
65%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Kung Si Fo (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kesigan St Pierre (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying St Pierre's choice of entrance music: hit him with a left. Kesigan St Pierre is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.

Si Fo
vs
St Pierre

180 cm
19
175 lbs
2 - 2 - 0

188 cm
29
170 lbs
6 - 9 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Solid boxing
Good chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter fighter
Solid chin

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 2 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Kung Si Fo!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 6 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Kesigan St Pierre!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Chris Downing and Stewart Dunkirk.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
St Pierre dives in and grabs Si Fo's left leg, looking for a takedown. Si Fo pushes down on St Pierre's head and hops out.
Si Fo displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from St Pierre.
Si Fo fails to land with a series of punches.
Si Fo stuffs the takedown.
Kung Si Fo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kesigan St Pierre.
Si Fo works over St Pierre's head and body with a nice combination.
A combination from Si Fo does no damage.
Si Fo lands with a good body shot.
Si Fo misses with a double jab.
St Pierre needs to keep his hands up - Si Fo had a free shot at his head there.
Si Fo connects with a good right hand that stumbles St Pierre. St Pierre circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A solid leg kick lands there for Si Fo.

That's one minute gone in the round.
St Pierre takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
St Pierre is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Si Fo lands a head shot.
Si Fo misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kung Si Fo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A punch combination from Si Fo misses.
Si Fo with a jab.
Si Fo pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces St Pierre back to the cage. Si Fo follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
St Pierre shoots in looking for a takedown. Si Fo tries to sprawl out of it but St Pierre keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Si Fo manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Si Fo lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
St Pierre needs to keep his hands up - Si Fo had a free shot at his head there.
Si Fo scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Si Fo looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
No luck with that takedown attempt from St Pierre.
Si Fo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but St Pierre was well out of range. Poor timing from Si Fo.
Si Fo connects with a nice looking jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Si Fo misses with a straight left.
St Pierre changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Si Fo tries to avoid it but St Pierre manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Si Fo to the ground. Si Fo escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
No joy there for Si Fo, who threw a few shots but didn't land.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Si Fo throws a good cross that connects.
Jab, jab by Si Fo - just one landing.
St Pierre takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Si Fo scores with a shot to the body.
Si Fo lands with an overhand left.
Si Fo swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A left and a right from Si Fo both land. Nice combination.
St Pierre shoots in for a double leg but Si Fo sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
St Pierre takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Si Fo looks to score with a jab to the body but St Pierre is just out of range.
Si Fo missing with a left hand there. St Pierre was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
St Pierre blocks a jab.
Si Fo fails to land with a series of punches.
Si Fo throws a combination that misses

and St Pierre counters with a nice double leg into 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!
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
St Pierre throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Si Fo works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
St Pierre with a nice head shot there.
Si Fo on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Si Fo tries to get out of the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as St Pierre accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
St Pierre throws a big elbow that misses.
Si Fo is breathing heavily.
St Pierre trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
St Pierre missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kung Si Fo dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.

St Pierre closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Si Fo looks to land a combination but St Pierre avoids it well.
Jab, jab by Si Fo - just one landing.
Si Fo connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between St Pierre's hands.
St Pierre shoots in but Si Fo avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Nice jab there from Si Fo.
Si Fo scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. St Pierre doesn't seem bothered though.
Si Fo throws a right and a left that both miss.
St Pierre ducks under a wild hook from Si Fo.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Si Fo looks to land a combination but St Pierre avoids it well.
Some wild striking there from Si Fo.
Si Fo avoids the head kick by St Pierre.
Si Fo swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Si Fo swinging wildly here.
Si Fo throws a hook but St Pierre avoids it easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by St Pierre or perhaps it was just good defense by Si Fo, which made it look bad.
St Pierre ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
St Pierre fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Kung Si Fo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kesigan St Pierre.
Si Fo throws a leg kick that misses.
St Pierre has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from St Pierre there as he acknowledges the shot.
Si Fo comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Si Fo keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kung Si Fo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
St Pierre tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
St Pierre takes one to the side of the head.
Kung Si Fo is winning the standup battle so far.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
St Pierre throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Si Fo digs a good hook to St Pierre's body.
Si Fo misses with a lunging right hand

and St Pierre counters with a shoot takedown. Si Fo fights it but they end up in guard.
St Pierre is breathing heavily.
St Pierre working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
St Pierre in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
St Pierre with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Si Fo 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.
St Pierre working some strikes from top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
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!
St Pierre postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Si Fo knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for St Pierre on the ground.
St Pierre postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
St Pierre is looking to work some ground and pound but Si Fo has wrist control.
St Pierre won't allow Si Fo to sweep him here.
Kesigan St Pierre has got the better of the ground game so far.
St Pierre keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Si Fo's head.
St Pierre works over Si Fo with some ground and pound from guard.
St Pierre loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
St Pierre has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
St Pierre lands a couple of decent looking shots.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as St Pierre accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
St Pierre throws a big elbow that misses.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
St Pierre throwing strikes but missing.
St Pierre throws a big right hand that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kesigan St Pierre 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!

St Pierre tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Si Fo defends well and St Pierre ends up having to push Si Fo into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.

St Pierre has picked Si Fo up - he's going for a ride! St Pierre dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Si Fo misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Si Fo taking some punishment here, with St Pierre in his half guard.
St Pierre working over Si Fo with some ground and pound. Si Fo looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Si Fo is looking for a sweep. St Pierre is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
St Pierre missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
St Pierre sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Si Fo defending well though.
St Pierre throwing shots but Si Fo is blocking nicely.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. St Pierre connects with a nice short shot to Si Fo's temple.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
St Pierre thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
St Pierre thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Si Fo on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Si Fo taking some punishment here, with St Pierre in his half guard.
Si Fo blocking the ground and pound attempt from St Pierre.
Si Fo on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Nice strikes from St Pierre there.
Si Fo avoiding damage under a succession of punches from St Pierre.
St Pierre lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
St Pierre lands with a punch from half guard.
St Pierre scoring with strikes to the body and head.
St Pierre scoring with strikes to the body and head.

Si Fo is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
St Pierre is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, Si Fo is hurt! He's hurt bad - St Pierre fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save Si Fo from any more punishment! Congratulations to St Pierre! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kesigan St Pierre!
Kesigan St Pierre tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

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 welterweight MMA rules bout between Bubba Gracie (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and James Owen (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

Gracie
vs
Owen

165 cm
20
177 lbs
4 - 4 - 0

180 cm
22
170 lbs
6 - 8 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Basic striking
Granite chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent MT
Good gas tank

HGH Nutrients Q160 Tycoons Best Quality supps

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 4 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Bubba Gracie!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 6 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, James Owen!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Cecil Peabody and Gwen Towbar.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Gracie closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Gracie lands in his opponent's guard.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.

Gracie drops back, looking for a kneebar! Owen looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Owen looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Owen!
Gracie struggling a bit here.
Gracie is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Owen wants to stand but Gracie is controlling his arm.
Gracie trying to control but Owen flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Owen keeps control of the position as Gracie tries to break free.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Gracie rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Gracie is trying to get back to full guard.
Owen tries to stand and escape but Gracie is controlling the position.
Gracie slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Gracie bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Owen's guard.
Gracie scoring with some ground and pound.
Gracie stays in close to Owen's body and controls the position.
Gracie chips away with some ground and pound.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Owen wants to get back to his feet but Gracie is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Owen can't keep his opponent in guard - Gracie advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Owen looks like he's trying to stand up.
Owen tries to get to full guard but Gracie has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gracie is stalling here. Owen is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Gracie seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Owen has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Gracie is trying to improve his position.
Gracie is working hard here to advance position.
Owen working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gracie tries to bench press Owen off him but Owen keeps the position.
Gracie manages to get back to half guard.
Gracie wants to control but Owen is keeping busy.
Gracie is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Owen's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Owen's back!
What can Owen do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Owen looking very determined here, making life difficult for Gracie.

Gracie working for the choke.
A lull in the action here.
We've been hearing good reports from Gracie's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Gracie is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Owen won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Gracie off his unconscious opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bubba Gracie!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
43%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Chuck Lorenzo (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Fyodor Pending (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Lorenzo comes to the cage accompanied by Face the pain. Fyodor Pending has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Lorenzo
vs
Pending

183 cm
26
170 lbs
2 - 1 - 0

150 cm
37
130 lbs
39 - 54 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
Very strong

Good takedowns
Counter fighter
Solid chin

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 2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Chuck Lorenzo!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 39 - 54 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Fyodor Pending!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Tiny Johnson and Wesley Smith.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lorenzo swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lorenzo throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Pending on the side of the head.
Lorenzo misses with a double jab

and Pending counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Lorenzo controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Lorenzo is trying to stand.
Pending is looking to advance position but Lorenzo won't allow it.

Pending is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lorenzo has managed to free his arm - good work.
Lorenzo is controlling Pending's trapped leg to prevent Pending from advancing to side control.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Pending is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lorenzo sees it coming and defends easily.

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

Pending is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Lorenzo is trying is best to control the position here.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pending is thwarting Lorenzo's attempts to control the position.
Lorenzo holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.

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

Pending is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lorenzo has managed to free his arm - good work.

Pending looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pending is trying to control the action in half guard but Lorenzo is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lorenzo is trying to stand.

Pending is looking for a kimura but Lorenzo is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Pending to get the leverage.

Pending looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.

Pending seems to be looking for submissions.
Lorenzo on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Lorenzo tries to get out of the position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lorenzo keeping control of the position.
Lorenzo is looking to improve his position.
Lorenzo is refusing to be controlled, as Pending sits in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.

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

Pending is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lorenzo defends it well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fyodor Pending dominated that round.
That's time! Lorenzo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Lorenzo scores with a nice strike.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Pending. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Lorenzo connects with a right hand. Pending shakes it off.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lorenzo. Pending does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice body punch from Lorenzo.
Lorenzo connects with a single shot there.
Pending walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Pending looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A slow jab from Lorenzo misses its intended target.
Lorenzo's corner calls for a 1-2. Lorenzo obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Lorenzo is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
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!
Lorenzo scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Lorenzo cracks Pending with an open hand slap.
Fyodor Pending is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Pending takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Lorenzo clobbers Pending with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Lorenzo lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A nice combination there by Lorenzo.

Pending is rocked!
Lorenzo jabs Pending to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Pending is still on wobbly legs! Can Lorenzo finish him?
Lorenzo throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Pending seems to have recovered his senses.
Lorenzo is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Pending drops his hands momentarily and Lorenzo takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Lorenzo punishes Pending's body with a nice straight punch.
Lorenzo connects with a nice looking jab.
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!
Lorenzo scores with a one two! Pending had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lorenzo scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lorenzo closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Pending! Lorenzo dives in looking to finish! Pending is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:14 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chuck Lorenzo!
Chuck Lorenzo made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'Another 135er beaten. I just want to face a 155er please!'.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
47%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Abe Bradley (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and George Palmer (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Bradley comes to the cage accompanied by Doesn't Remind Me -Audioslave. Palmer has chosen Sans Pression - Numero 1 as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Bradley
vs
Palmer

181 cm
28
178 lbs
5 - 7 - 0

175 cm
26
170 lbs
3 - 0 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Great low kicks
Granite chin

Good wrestler
Basic striking
Powerful

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 5 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Abe Bradley!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, George Palmer!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Tiny Johnson and Daniel Franklin.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Palmer is looking to land body kicks.
Horrible takedown attempt by Palmer or perhaps it was just good defense by Bradley, which made it look bad.
Palmer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bradley was well out of range. Poor timing from Palmer.
Bradley wants to clinch up but Palmer keeps it at a distance.
Bradley slaps away a takedown attempt from Palmer, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Palmer looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Abe Bradley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of George Palmer.
Palmer tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bradley defends well and Palmer ends up having to push Bradley into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.

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

Palmer scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Bradley wants to get back to his feet.

Palmer looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Palmer wants to free his trapped foot but Bradley is holding on for dear life with his legs.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Palmer takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). George Palmer!
An intense looking George Palmer took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'This a great debut in Death Squad MMA for me! I can‘t wait to take another challenge. Whoever want to face me, C‘mon!'.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
36%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Brian Redban (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Seth Duplesris (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Brian Redban has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Redban
vs
Duplesris

170 cm
23
150 lbs
9 - 7 - 0

163 cm
28
155 lbs
13 - 16 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent boxer
KO power

BJJ Purple Belt
Decent boxing
Knockout power

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 9 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Brian Redban!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 13 - 16 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Seth Duplesris!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Tiny Johnson and Robert Twigg.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Duplesris changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Duplesris is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Redban.

It looks like Seth Duplesris has been cut.
Duplesris misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Duplesris throws a poor cross that misses
and Duplesris takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Redban takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Nice body kick from Redban.
Duplesris throws a hook but Redban avoids it easily.
Nice shot lands for Duplesris.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
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!
Duplesris swinging wildly here.
Duplesris looks to land a combination but Redban avoids it well.
Redban tries to clinch up but Duplesris circles away and keeps his distance.
Redban fails with an attempt to clinch.

Redban lands a big right hand that sends Duplesris crashing to the mat! Redban stays standing though and waves Duplesris back to his feet!

Duplesris is rocked!
Redban dances in with a quick combination. Duplesris is being worked over with jabs and crosses. Oooh, a right straight from Redban snaps Duplesris's head back. Duplesris stumbles backwards against the cage. Redban steps forward and delivers a right cross that connects with Duplesris's jaw, simultaneously knocking him out and sending his mouthpiece into the crowd! There's a worthy souvenir for the fans. This one is over folks. Duplesris just didn't come prepared.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Brian Redban!

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 middleweight MMA rules bout between Apio Okafor (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and David Bellic (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Okafor comes to the cage accompanied by how i could just kill a man. Bellic is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: GTA 4 Theme. Apio Okafor has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Okafor
vs
Bellic

195 cm
22
185 lbs
5 - 1 - 1

172 cm
27
185 lbs
5 - 2 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Good knees
KO power

Decent wrestler
Decent boxing
Knockout power

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 5 - 1 - 1, fighting out of Tokyo, Apio Okafor!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, David Bellic!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, George Francis and Frank Dennis.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Okafor stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Okafor wants it to stay on the feet.
Okafor fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bellic has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Okafor works Bellic's body with a nice hook.
Okafor wants to clinch
and Bellic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Okafor tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
We've been told by Okafor's head coaches at Team Butcher Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.

Bellic looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Bellic missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Bellic is trying to control. Okafor wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Okafor taking some punishment here, with Bellic in his half 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!
Okafor is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Okafor avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Bellic.
Bellic scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Bellic missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Bellic thows a huge punch but Okafor dodges it nicely.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Bellic lands a nice short elbow.
Okafor really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Bellic missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Bellic not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bellic throwing shots but Okafor is blocking nicely.
Bellic working over Okafor with some ground and pound. Okafor looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Bellic missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bellic thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Ground and pound from Bellic.
Bellic works his way into side control.
Bellic throws a strike aimed at the side of Okafor's head but Okafor avoids it well.
Bellic scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Okafor to see if he's OK.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Okafor managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Bellic.
Okafor takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Bellic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Okafor keeps working.
Bellic sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Okafor is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Okafor is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Bellic working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bellic slows the pace down.
Bellic working the head with strikes.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bellic controls the position from side control.
Bellic throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Bellic is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Okafor will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

David Bellic dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.

Bellic shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Okafor as he jumps to the side.
Bellic checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Okafor shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Bellic eats them both and turns towards Okafor to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.

It looks like David Bellic has been cut.
Bellic goes for a double leg but Okafor avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Okafor continues to drive forward.
Okafor misses with a knee strike.
Okafor misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bellic wants to break the clinch but can't.
Okafor utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Bellic looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Bellic has a couple of punches blocked by Okafor.
Okafor with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.

That's one minute gone in the round.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bellic.

Bellic breaks the clinch.

Bellic looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Bellic controlling the action here.
Bellic is trying to control. Okafor wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Bellic working Okafor over with strikes.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Bellic working his ground and pound in the gym.
Bellic is trying to control. Okafor wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bellic missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Bellic throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Bellic is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bellic landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Bellic wants to advance to full mount but Okafor doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Bellic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Okafor is keeping the position for now.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bellic works over Okafor with some ground and pound from guard.
Bellic has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Okafor has momentary wrist control but Bellic slips an elbow through the middle.
Bellic is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Bellic preventing the sweep.
Bellic passes into half guard.
Bellic controlling the action here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bellic lands with a punch from half guard.
Bellic working over Okafor with some ground and pound. Okafor looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Okafor has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bellic is working away from the top position though.
Bellic moves nicely into side control.
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.
Okafor defending against the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

David Bellic showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on David Bellic's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!

Bellic shoots in looking for a takedown. Okafor tries to sprawl out of it but Bellic keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Okafor manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Bellic changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Okafor tries to avoid it but Bellic manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Okafor to the ground. Okafor escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Okafor scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bellic doesn't seem bothered though.
Okafor tries to close the distance and clinch but Bellic swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bellic throws a body punch but Okafor moves out of range.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bellic.
Apio Okafor has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of David Bellic.
Okafor throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Bellic swings for the body but Okafor moves out of range.
Okafor throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Bellic's head.
Okafor throws a head kick but Bellic moves out of range.
David Bellic is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
That kick from Okafor tenderised Bellic's leg. Bellic is trying to keep his angry face on.
Bellic shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Okafor as he avoids it easily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bellic 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.
Okafor throws a head kick that misses.
Okafor moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Bellic throws out a loose jab but Okafor uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bellic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bellic is defended easily by Okafor.
Okafor thuds his shin into the meat of Bellic's side.
Nice takedown defense from Okafor. No joy for Bellic on that attempt.
Bellic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Okafor bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bellic's head.
Good leg kick by Okafor there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Bellic takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Bellic has a takedown stuffed.
Apio Okafor has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Okafor stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Okafor wants it to stay on the feet.
Apio Okafor is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.

Bellic feints and as Okafor raises his hands in defense, Bellic changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bellic landing with the ground and pound.
Bellic loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Okafor utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Bellic working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Okafor tries to land a sweep but no joy.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bellic trying to control the position from guard on top but Okafor is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bellic is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Bellic trying to control but Okafor is working from the bottom.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.

The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by David Bellic.

Bellic is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Okafor's half guard.
Bellic lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Okafor is looking to control Bellic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Okafor avoid being mounted?
Bellic has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Okafor is not content to let Bellic control the position.
Bellic missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
David Bellic 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.
Bellic looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to David Bellic.
I've got Bellic 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30
Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... David Bellic!
David Bellic bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
79%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Andrew Morgan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tapda Mattus (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Mattus is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by My heart. Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!

Morgan
vs
Mattus

195 cm
28
165 lbs
9 - 4 - 0

168 cm
25
145 lbs
9 - 13 - 0

Decent wrestler
Excellent boxer
Granite chin

Good wrestler
Good kicks
Determined

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 9 - 4 - 0, fighting out of London, Andrew Morgan!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 9 - 13 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Tapda Mattus!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Chris Downing and Alan Glass.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mattus shoots in for a takedown but Morgan shows good takedown defense.
Morgan really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Morgan throws a left and a right that both miss

and Mattus decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Morgan's guard.
Mattus postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Morgan wants to stand and escape but Mattus is having none of it.

Morgan uses the cage to get back to his feet.

Mattus closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Mattus thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Morgan's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Morgan is looking to escape.
Mattus working Morgan over with strikes.

Mattus seems to be working for a kimura but Morgan defends the submission attempt.

Mattus is working for a submission of some sort.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mattus stops Morgan from getting back to his feet.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Morgan is staying active underneath Mattus, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Morgan is trying to stand back up but Mattus is controlling him
Mattus throwing shots but Morgan is blocking nicely.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Morgan is trying to stand.
Mattus has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Mattus looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Mattus not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Morgan is trying to stand up here but Mattus is controlling him well.
Mattus thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.

Mattus is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Morgan on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Morgan tries to get out of the position.

Mattus looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Mattus is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Morgan reverses the position - he's now on top in Mattus's guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Morgan wants to pass the guard but Mattus is keeping the position.
Morgan trying to stand up but can't free himself from Mattus's guard.
Mattus not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Morgan sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Mattus's guard.
Mattus is looking to improve his position.
Mattus is trying to control but can't.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Morgan trying to control from half guard but Mattus is working away.
Mattus trying to control from the bottom.
Morgan will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.

Mattus is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Morgan pulls his head out easily.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mattus is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Morgan scores with a couple of nice shots.
Mattus tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.

Mattus looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Morgan wants to control but Mattus is keeping him busy.

Morgan decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
Mattus avoids a lazy jab quite easily.

Morgan cracks Mattus with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Mattus looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Morgan finish him?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!

Morgan lands a big right hand that sends Mattus crashing to the mat! Morgan stays standing though and waves Mattus back to his feet!

Mattus is rocked!
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. Morgan engages and cracks Mattus with a massive lead left hook - Mattus tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! Morgan is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Andrew Morgan!
During a confident post fight interview, Andrew Morgan thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

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A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
78%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Thuam Chaka (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Nick Diaz (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Chaka's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Heart of a Champion. Nick Diaz will no doubt be trying to keep this one on the feet, where he has a distinct advantage.

Chaka
vs
Diaz

182 cm
32
179 lbs
19 - 13 - 0

182 cm
26
180 lbs
13 - 15 - 0

BJJ Brown Belt
Basic striking
Very quick

BJJ Brown Belt
Excellent boxer
Determined

Affordable Quality + Reliable Laundry

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 19 - 13 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Thuam Chaka!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 13 - 15 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Nick Diaz!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Daniel Franklin and Chris Downing.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Chaka shoots in and drives through. Diaz sprawls well.

Chaka instigates a clinch.
Chaka fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Chaka tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Chaka tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Diaz just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thuam Chaka. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Diaz is fighting off a takedown attempt but Chaka is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Diaz to the mat. Diaz regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Diaz keeping full guard, as Chaka tries to pass.
Diaz looking to sweep here. No luck so far.

Chaka postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Diaz is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Chaka, into his guard.
Diaz must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Chaka wants to sweep but no luck.
Diaz wants to pass the guard but Chaka is keeping the position.
Diaz wanted to stand there but Chaka had control of the position.
Diaz in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.

Chaka is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Diaz defends well.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Chaka has his foot on Diaz's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Diaz works his way back into a safe position though.
Diaz tries to free his leg and advance position but Chaka is retaining full guard.
Diaz advances position into side control!
Chaka tries to buck Diaz off but Diaz is having none of it.

Diaz thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Chaka is looking for a sweep.
Diaz tries to stand but Chaka is controlling his head.
Chaka is trying to buck Diaz off.
Chaka manages to work his way to half guard, despite Diaz's best efforts.
Diaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Chaka keeps working.
Diaz wants to get back to his feet.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Chaka moves into full guard.
Diaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!

Chaka is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Diaz defends well.
Diaz stopping the sweep attempt from Chaka.
Diaz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

Chaka looking for a guillotine here but Diaz defends easily.

Chaka has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Diaz doesn't defend quickly enough and Chaka has managed to lock this one up! Can Diaz escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Chaka on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Thuam Chaka!
An out of breath Thuam Chaka 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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A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
62%

Main event

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Sam Rogers (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Javier Ulrich (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Ulrich comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Zambombada kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!

Rogers
vs
Ulrich

183 cm
28
177 lbs
12 - 2 - 0

183 cm
27
176 lbs
8 - 1 - 0

Good wrestling
Solid boxing
Granite chin

BJJ Brown Belt
Counter fighter
Granite chin

Affordable Quality + Reliable Laundry

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the welterweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 12 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, Sam Rogers!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 8 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Javier Ulrich!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Chris Downing and Cecil Peabody.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Ulrich scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Rogers is pushing Ulrich's head away, looking to escape. Ulrich manages to hold on to the position though.

Ulrich tries for a kimura but Rogers is defending well.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!

Ulrich is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Rogers knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Rogers is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Ulrich is controlling him well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Ulrich is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Rogers has escaped the position, nice work there.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Ulrich tries to advance to mount but can't.
My spies in Nonprofit Vegas Elite $50 ($1000 value) inform me that Ulrich has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!

Ulrich tries for a kimura but Rogers is defending well.
Rogers tries to escape but Ulrich is in control.

Ulrich is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Rogers knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Rogers wants to get back to his feet.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Ulrich is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Rogers knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rogers is trying to escape and get back to his feet.

Ulrich tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Rogers is trying to escape and get back to his feet.

Ulrich is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Rogers knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.

Ulrich is trying to get an arm triangle but Rogers is defending well.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rogers is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Ulrich asserts his dominance and retains side control.

Ulrich is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Rogers knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Rogers bucks up and tries to throw Ulrich off but instead Ulrich has got his back!
Rogers controlling the position well but he knows he's in a bad position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Ulrich has managed to slip his arm under Rogers's chin. This could be all over... yep, Rogers is tapping out! Submission win for Ulrich.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Javier Ulrich! Javier Ulrich retains his welterweight title!
Javier Ulrich decided to call for a title shot in his post fight interview, which was very strange given the fact this fight was for a title and he's already the champion. I guess that's what getting punched in the head does for you.