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Veterans 021 PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Avon Stringer (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Gordon Freeman (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Stringer comes to the cage accompanied by The Loner. Avon Stringer has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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149 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
49 - 27 - 3, fighting out of Amsterdam, Avon Stringer!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
20 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Gordon Freeman!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Frank Dennis and Tiny Johnson.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Stringer throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Stringer takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Stringer wants to clinch up but Freeman keeps it at a distance.
Stringer works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A jab lands there for Freeman.
It looks like Avon Stringer has been cut.
Freeman throws a right hand that misses
and Stringer counters with a nice low kick that buckles Freeman's knee momentarily.
Stringer has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Stringer there as he acknowledges the shot.
Freeman misses with a combination
and Stringer counters with a one-two to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Freeman scores with a jab to the jaw.
Nice body kick there by Freeman.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Freeman throws a good cross that connects.
Stringer tries to clinch up.
Stringer lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice uppercut there from Freeman.
Freeman throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
It looked like Stringer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Freeman will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Freeman takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Freeman scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Freeman misses with an uppercut.
Freeman looks to land a right hand but Stringer moved out of range.
Freeman cracks the inside of Stringer's front leg.
Stringer slips a jab and a cross from Freeman.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stringer thows a body kick. Freeman tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Stringer throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Freeman.
Stringer defending well as Freeman loads up on a big left hand.
Donk. Freeman catches Stringer right on the button with a cross.
Stringer cracks Freeman with a good jab.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A punch combination from Freeman misses.
Stringer throws a chopping leg kick but Freeman manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Freeman changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Freeman moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Freeman fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Stringer tries a low kick but Freeman avoids it.
Freeman scores with a shot to the body.
Stringer misses with a head kick.
Stringer really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Freeman bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Freeman misses with a hook.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Freeman lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Freeman moves out of range as Stringer strikes.
Stringer instigates a clinch.
Stringer swings wildly with an uppercut but Freeman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stringer misses with a punch to the body.
Stringer tries a body shot but Freeman blocks it.
Stringer lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Freeman.
Freeman is looking for a takedown.
Freeman lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Stringer.
Freeman is leaning against Stringer and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Good body shot from Stringer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Gordon Freeman will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Avon Stringer's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Stringer tries a head kick but it misses.
And Freeman tries to counter it with a takedown but Stringer pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Stringer scores with a head kick. Freeman tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Stringer scores with a kick to the midsection.
Stringer misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Stringer blocks a jab.
Stringer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Stringer closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Stringer looking to throw knees to the head but Freeman is blocking nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stringer misses with some punches.
Stringer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Freeman's elbow.
Stringer tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Freeman.
Stringer lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Freeman backwards.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Stringer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Stringer throws a punch but it's blocked by Freeman.
Stringer scores with a shoulder strike.
Stringer landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Stringer.
Stringer lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Freeman backwards.
Stringer wants to stall.
Freeman misses with the head strike.
Stringer tries to work over Freeman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Stringer prevents a body shot from Freeman.
Freeman blocking some punches.
Freeman is trying to drag Stringer to the mat but Stringer just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Stringer tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Avon Stringer has scored more points in the clinch so far.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Stringer misses with a punch to the body.
Stringer missing with knees to the body.
Stringer throws a punch but it's blocked by Freeman.
Stringer stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Freeman's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Stringer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Freeman's elbow.
Stringer softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Stringer blocks a body shot from Freeman.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stringer throws a punch but it's blocked by Freeman.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Freeman.
Stringer misses with a punch to the body.
Stringer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Freeman's elbow.
Stringer misses with some punches.
Freeman blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Stringer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Freeman can do to turn this around?
Stringer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Freeman's elbow.
A nice left hand lands by Stringer.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Stringer leaning his opponent against the cage.
Stringer goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Stringer tries a body shot but Freeman blocks it.
Stringer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Freeman prevents a body shot from Stringer.
Stringer lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Stringer trying to land knees to the body.
Freeman goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Stringer presses Freeman against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Stringer with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Stringer pressing his opponent against the cage.
Stringer can't find room to land a body shot as Freeman controls the action.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Stringer lands with a light punch inside.
Freeman lands a left hand.
Stringer is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Stringer takes a shot to the head.
Freeman slows down the pace here.
Stringer blocks a body shot from Freeman.
Freeman throws a head punch that misses.
Freeman'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.
Freeman is looking for a takedown.
Freeman tries for a takedown but Stringer manages to get underhooks.
Avon Stringer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gordon Freeman.
Freeman avoiding damage as Stringer throws knees to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Avon Stringer dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Avon Stringer's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
Stringer lands a right hook to the body.
Stringer connects with a right hand. Freeman shakes it off.
Stringer has managed to clinch.
Stringer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Freeman's elbow.
A right hook to the body lands for Stringer.
Still in the clinch, Stringer scores with a nice short uppercut.
Freeman blocks a body shot from Stringer.
Freeman misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Stringer tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stringer tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Freeman misses with some punches.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Stringer as Freeman tries to tie him up.
Stringer is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Freeman tries to throw a body punch but Stringer avoids it by throwing Freeman back against the cage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Freeman blocking some punches.
A right hand to the body from Freeman.
Stringer misses with a hook from the clinch.
Freeman lands a shot to the body.
Stringer misses with a hook to the ribs.
Stringer tries a body shot but Freeman blocks it.
Freeman tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Stringer's elbow.
Freeman is working Stringer over against the cage.
Freeman tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short left from Freeman.
Freeman scores with a shoulder strike.
Stringer swings wildly with an uppercut but Freeman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stringer scores with a shoulder strike.
Good body shot from Freeman.
Stringer misses with a short punch on the inside.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Freeman doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Stringer misses with the head strike.
Stringer lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Freeman or not.
Stringer swings wildly with an uppercut but Freeman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Freeman tries to throw a body punch but Stringer avoids it by throwing Freeman back against the cage.
Freeman stalling the fight.
Stringer with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Freeman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stringer tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Freeman blocking some punches.
Freeman is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Stringer struggles to land a body shot inside as Freeman controls his hands.
Stringer stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Freeman trying to stall but Stringer improves his position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Stringer.
Stringer missing with knees to the body.
Stringer has a couple of punches blocked by Freeman.
Stringer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Stringer stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Stringer lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Stringer fails to land.
A right hand to the body from Freeman.
Freeman prevents a body shot from Stringer.
Stringer lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Freeman lands a hook that snaps the head of Stringer backwards.
A shot in the inside from Freeman.
Stringer throws a punch but it's blocked by Freeman.
Stringer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Freeman.
Stringer can't find room to land a body shot as Freeman controls the action.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Freeman prevents a body shot from Stringer.
Freeman prevents a body shot from Stringer.
Freeman works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Freeman makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Stringer misses with a punch to the body.
Stringer struggles to land a body shot inside as Freeman controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Freeman.
Freeman misses with a hook to the ribs.
Freeman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Freeman.
A short right from Stringer on the inside.
Freeman can't find room to land a body shot as Stringer controls the action.
Freeman lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Freeman misses with a short punch on the inside.
Freeman has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Stringer seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Freeman can turn it around.
Freeman blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Freeman tries a body shot but Stringer blocks it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Avon Stringer showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Stringer has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Avon Stringer!
An out of breath Avon Stringer thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Mad Raefon (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Mordechai Marx (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Raefon's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Riot - Three Days Grace. Both fighters really staring each other down here, as Mordechai Marx enters the cage!
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283 lbs
22 - 13 - 0 |
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270 lbs
29 - 27 - 0 |
Good wrestling
Excellent boxer
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Excellent boxer
Heavy handed |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
22 - 13 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Mad Raefon!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
29 - 27 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Mordechai Marx!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Cecil Peabody and Robert Twigg.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Raefon instigates a clinch.
Marx stalling.
Marx wants to break the clinch but can't.
Raefon wants the takedown. Marx is fighting it off but Raefon persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Marx's guard against the cage.
Marx has momentary wrist control but Raefon slips an elbow through the middle.
Marx wants to sweep but no luck.
Marx is still trying to improve position.
Raefon is looking to work some ground and pound but Marx has wrist control.
Raefon postures up.
Marx is looking for a triangle but Raefon pushes his legs off easily.
Raefon throwing strikes from guard but Marx blocks nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Raefon won't allow Marx to sweep him here.
Raefon throwing strikes but missing.
Marx preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Raefon landing with the ground and pound.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Raefon content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Marx 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.
Marx bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Raefon's guard.
Marx wants to control from the top but Raefon keeps moving.
Marx won't allow Raefon to sweep him here.
Marx wants to pass the guard but Raefon is keeping the position.
Marx scoring with punches to the head and body.
Raefon keeping moving, preventing Marx from controlling successfully.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Marx pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Raefon is keeping the position for now.
Marx slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Marx in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Raefon tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Marx wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Marx scores with punches from side control.
Raefon throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
Raefon taking a bit of punishment here - Marx scoring with strikes.
Raefon is looking to regain half guard here but Marx keeps moving and retains side control.
Raefon prevents Marx from improving position.
Marx sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Raefon is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Marx scoring with punches and elbows.
It looks like Mad Raefon has been cut.
Marx has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Marx is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Raefon is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Marx slows the pace down.
Raefon is looking for a sweep.
Marx tries for a kimura but Raefon is defending well.
Marx has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Raefon is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Marx yanks on the arm and Raefon is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Marx.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mordechai Marx!
A victorious Mordechai Marx thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Bingo Star (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and John Moneybags (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Star comes into the arena with Octopus's garden blaring out of the sound system. Bingo Star has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
16 - 17 - 1, fighting out of Las Vegas, Bingo Star!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
17 - 13 - 2, fighting out of Las Vegas, John Moneybags!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Robert Twigg and Cecil Peabody.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Moneybags thuds his right hand into Star's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Star throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Moneybags tries to land a front kick but Star steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Star moves into the clinch.
Moneybags is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Star is defending well for now.
Moneybags gets through Star's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Star trying to land knees to the body.
Moneybags misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Star throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Star landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Moneybags avoids a wild elbow strike from Star.
Moneybags has a couple of punches blocked by Star.
A short body shot lands from Moneybags as the two fighters clinch.
Moneybags has Star pressed against the cage.
Moneybags takes a knee to the side of the body.
Star pushes off an throws an elbow but Moneybags leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Nice elbow from Star.
This has been an exciting period of action!
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Star just misses with a elbow thrown towards Moneybags's brow.
Moneybags breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Star is looking to clinch but Moneybags is avoiding it.
Star connects with a jab.
Star throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Moneybags appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Star wants to clinch.
Star lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Star throws a sloppy head kick
and Moneybags connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Star throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Moneybags on the side of the head.
Moneybags tries to keep at a distance but Star has taken the fight into the clinch.
Moneybags lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Star tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Moneybags looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Star escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Moneybags misses with a jab, cross combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice takedown defense from Moneybags. No joy for Star on that attempt.
A jab from Star misses.
A low kick from Star misses
and Moneybags counters with a straight right hand.
Star scores with a head kick. Moneybags tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A short right from Star.
Moneybags lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Moneybags lands a left hand.
Star throws a knee to the head but misses.
Moneybags lands a body punch.
Moneybags is defending well against a takedown attempt.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Star just misses with a elbow thrown towards Moneybags's brow.
Star drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Moneybags gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bingo Star. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Moneybags throws a head punch that misses.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nice elbow from Star.
Star lands a left hand that snaps the head of Moneybags backwards.
Star lands a nice elbow.
Star using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Moneybags has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Moneybags is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
The referee calls for Moneybags to work.
Moneybags lands a right hand that snaps the head of Star backwards.
Knees to the body from Star.
Star misses with an elbow strike.
Moneybags wants to break free but Star has control.
Star using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Moneybags has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Star blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Moneybags lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Star backwards.
Star lands a knee to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Moneybags.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Star tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Star's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Star with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Moneybags throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Moneybags misses with a punch on the inside.
Moneybags wants to stall.
Moneybags working aggressively here.
Moneybags throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Stars head.
Moneybags lands with a left to the head.
Star scores with a knee to the head.
Moneybags blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Star lands a hook that snaps the head of Moneybags backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Moneybags misses with a hook from the clinch.
Star drops down looking for an ankle pick but Moneybags pulls his leg out and moves away.
Moneybags avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Star lands a high kick!
A head kick misses from Star.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Bingo Star will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Star comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Star misses with a head kick.
Star lands a head kick!
Moneybags closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Star throws an elbow that misses.
Star lands an elbow inside that Moneybags shrugs off.
Star misses with some punches.
Moneybags'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.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Moneybags swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Moneybags managing to block the knees to the body from Star.
Moneybags avoids the elbow strike from Star, against the cage.
Moneybags misses with a body punch.
Moneybags wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Star has him pressed against the cage.
Moneybags tries to work over Star's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Star misses with a knee to the head.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Moneybags tries to throw a body punch but Star avoids it by throwing Moneybags back against the cage.
Star is trying to drag Moneybags to the mat but Moneybags just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
A nice left hand lands by Moneybags.
Star blocks an uppercut.
Star goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Star throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Moneybags blocks it with crossed arms.
Moneybags escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice defenses there by Star.
Star seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Star takes one to the chin there.
Bingo Star seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Star scores with a leg kick.
Moneybags throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Star fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Star uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Moneybags.
Star changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Star misses with a straight left.
Moneybags doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bingo Star is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Star misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Star closes the distance looking to clinch
and Moneybags counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Star throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Star throws a right hand that Moneybags ducks under and follows up with a left that Moneybags also avoids with ease.
Moneybags tries to counter with a clinch but Star shakes him off and moves away.
Moneybags gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Star.
Moneybags breaks the clinch.
Star is looking to clinch but Moneybags is avoiding it.
Moneybags scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
John Moneybags is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice straight punches there by Star. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Star.
Star fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Star throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Moneybags moves into the clinch.
Star lands a nice uppercut.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Star tries to land a knee to the head but Moneybags blocks with his arms.
Moneybags lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Star lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Moneybags.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Star.
It looks like John Moneybags has been cut.
Moneybags managing to block the knees to the body from Star.
Star tries a knee to the head but Moneybags blocks it.
Moneybags swings wildly with an uppercut but Star uses good head movement to avoid it.
Moneybags landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Moneybags throws a punch but it's blocked by Star.
Star misses with a knee to the head.
Moneybags lands a right hand that snaps the head of Star backwards.
Moneybags lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Moneybags avoids a wild elbow strike from Star.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Moneybags throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Stars head.
Moneybags misses with some punches.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Moneybags prevents a body shot from Star.
Star lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Star throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Star is trying to break the clinch but Moneybags is controlling him.
Star pushes off an throws an elbow but Moneybags leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Moneybags throws a punch but it's blocked by Star.
Star tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Moneybags breaks the clinch.
Moneybags moves into the clinch successfully.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Moneybags.
Star throws an elbow but it misses.
A right hook to the body lands for Moneybags.
Moneybags lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Moneybags lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Moneybags goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Star is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Moneybags is defending well for now.
Nice body punch from Moneybags - that landed with a thud.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but John Moneybags will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on John Moneybags's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
Star uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Moneybags.
Star throws a lazy head kick
and Moneybags counters with a nice leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Moneybags blocks the leg kick.
Moneybags throws a body punch but Star moves out of range.
Moneybags misses with a jab, cross combination.
Moneybags smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Moneybags throws a body punch but Star moves out of range.
Bingo Star is winning the standup battle so far.
Moneybags throws a shot from downtown. Star moves away and avoids it.
Star tries to clinch up but Moneybags circles away and keeps his distance.
Star throws a low kick but it's checked well by Moneybags.
Star displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Moneybags throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Moneybags misses with a series of wild punches.
Star cracks a nice hook into Moneybags's ribs.
Moneybags throws a hook but Star avoids it easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Moneybags swats away the attempt to clinch by Star.
Star throws a hook but Moneybags avoids it easily.
Star shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Star showed some decent athleticism there.
Star thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Moneybags's head.
Moneybags manages to get to full guard.
Star loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Star landing some decent shots from guard.
Star keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Moneybags's head.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Moneybags is on top in guard.
Star is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Star has a closed guard, preventing Moneybags from standing up.
Moneybags wants to control from the top but Star keeps moving.
Moneybags is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Moneybags is working Star over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Moneybags seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Moneybags postures up.
Moneybags has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Star is proving hard to escape from.
Star will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Star looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Moneybags gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Star darts in trying to clinch
and Moneybags counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Star lands a jab to the head.
Moneybags takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Moneybags drives through and clinches with Star against the cage.
Star's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Crunch! Moneybags slams his shin into Star's torso.
A looping hook to the body misses from Star. Moneybags does a little dance to reset his feet.
Star takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Moneybags clinches up against the cage.
Star blocks a punch to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Star working aggressively here.
Moneybags lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Moneybags lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Moneybags lands a nice elbow.
Star pushes off an throws an elbow but Moneybags leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Moneybags lands a right hand.
Star is looking to take this one to the mat.
Moneybags tries to throw a body punch but Star avoids it by throwing Moneybags back against the cage.
Moneybags gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Star.
And that's the end of the fight!
John Moneybags comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Moneybags has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Bingo Star!
Bingo Star 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.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Jesse Venturia (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jaakko Parantainen (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Venturia kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Coolio - Gangsta's Paradise. Parantainen comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Eminem - White America kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
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281 lbs
36 - 36 - 0 |
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290 lbs
23 - 14 - 1 |
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World class boxer
Very quick |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
36 - 36 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Jesse Venturia!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
23 - 14 - 1, fighting out of Las Vegas, Jaakko Parantainen!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Frank Dennis and Stewart Dunkirk.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Parantainen fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Venturia sprawls well initially but Parantainen persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Parantainen wants to free his trapped foot but Venturia is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Parantainen missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Venturia wants to get back to his feet.
Venturia tries to kick Parantainen off in order to stand up. Parantainen Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control.
Venturia avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Parantainen.
Parantainen landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Parantainen works to advance to full mount. Venturia defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Venturia wants to get back to his feet.
Parantainen working for a guillotine from mount but Venturia is in no mood to give up.
Parantainen working for a guillotine from mount but Venturia is in no mood to give up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Venturia in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Venturia is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
Parantainen is in full mount looking to finish with strikes. He lands a big shot, followed by another and Venturia goes limp! The ref jumps in to end the fight - a big win for Parantainen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Jaakko Parantainen!
After the fight, Jaakko Parantainen was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Simo Silakka (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Stoney McCaned (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). McCaned has chosen Alborosie - Herbalist as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
25 - 23 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Simo Silakka!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
13 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Stoney McCaned!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Cecil Peabody and Chris Downing.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Silakka attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Silakka stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
It looks like Stoney McCaned has been cut.
McCaned rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Silakka moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Silakka is looking to counter with a body kick.
Silakka feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends McCaned sprawling to the canvas! McCaned rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Silakka finish him?!
McCaned is rocked!
McCaned ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Silakka moves away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCaned pivots, looking for a leg kick but Silakka is out of range and McCaned settles back down.
Silakka lands with a big right hook that stumbles McCaned - he's out on his feet here! Silakka follows up with another monster hook that separates McCaned from consciousness! McCaned falls, almost in slow motion to the canvas! Silakka stands and admires his work as the crowd go wild.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Simo Silakka!
After the big win, Simo Silakka made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors FinnFighter Nutrition (Five 160Q supps!) and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
The defeated Stoney McCaned had this to say: 'Simo you have done the impossible! It won't happen again! Damn black belts! Shall we fight again?'.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Djoser Rei (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kalle Kolmiokuristus (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Kolmiokuristus has chosen bad boy - cascada as his entrance music. Both fighters really staring each other down here, as Kalle Kolmiokuristus enters the cage!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
31 - 20 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Djoser Rei!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
41 - 34 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Kalle Kolmiokuristus!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Gwen Towbar and Wesley Smith.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kolmiokuristus darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Kolmiokuristus thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Rei's head.
Kolmiokuristus not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Rei is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rei is working hard here to advance position.
Rei avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kolmiokuristus.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rei is controlling Kolmiokuristus's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Kolmiokuristus thows a huge punch but Rei dodges it nicely.
Kolmiokuristus throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Rei avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kolmiokuristus.
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.
Rei blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kolmiokuristus.
Kolmiokuristus missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kolmiokuristus missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kolmiokuristus trying to pass the guard but Rei defending well.
Rei blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kolmiokuristus.
Kolmiokuristus trying to control from half guard but Rei is working away.
Kolmiokuristus throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kolmiokuristus lands with a punch from half guard.
Kolmiokuristus thows a huge punch but Rei dodges it nicely.
Kolmiokuristus lands strikes from half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rei blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kolmiokuristus.
Kolmiokuristus throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Rei works his way to full guard. Good work.
Rei has momentary wrist control but Kolmiokuristus slips an elbow through the middle.
Kolmiokuristus wants to control from the top but Rei keeps moving.
Kolmiokuristus missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Rei looking for a sweep. Not yet Rei, not yet.
We've been hearing good reports from Rei'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.
Kolmiokuristus trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kolmiokuristus accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Djoser Rei is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kolmiokuristus tries to score a power double leg takedown but Rei sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kolmiokuristus somewhat.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kolmiokuristus throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Rei was covering up waiting for the punch and Kolmiokuristus finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Kolmiokuristus wants to control from the top but Rei keeps moving.
Kolmiokuristus loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kolmiokuristus drops back, looking for a kneebar! Rei looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Rei looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Rei!
Kolmiokuristus tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Rei wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Kolmiokuristus's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Rei wants to control but Kolmiokuristus is keeping him busy.
Kolmiokuristus tries to buck Rei off but Rei is having none of it.
Rei working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kolmiokuristus is looking for a sweep.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kalle Kolmiokuristus dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
Kolmiokuristus goes for a double leg but Rei avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Rei continues to drive forward.
Kolmiokuristus avoids a punch combination nicely.
Rei throws a body punch but Kolmiokuristus moves out of range.
Kolmiokuristus looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Rei is fending him off so far but Kolmiokuristus persists. Nope, Rei circles away and we're back to standing.
Kolmiokuristus fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Rei avoids it really well and circles away.
It looked like Rei was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kolmiokuristus.
Djoser Rei has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kalle Kolmiokuristus.
Kolmiokuristus drives through and clinches with Rei against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rei misses with a punch on the inside.
Kolmiokuristus tries for a takedown. No joy.
Rei scores with a hook to the body.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rei scores with a shot to the side of Kolmiokuristus's head.
Rei breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kolmiokuristus shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rei sprawls well. Rei wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kolmiokuristus gets slowly back to his feet.
Kolmiokuristus just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromRei.
Kolmiokuristus tries for a takedown but Rei circles away easily
enabling Rei to counter with a crisp jab.
It looks like Kalle Kolmiokuristus has been cut.
Kolmiokuristus fails with a takedown attempt.
Rei throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Crunch! Rei slams his shin into Kolmiokuristus's torso.
Kolmiokuristus misses with a takedown attempt - Rei sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kolmiokuristus is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Rei.
Kolmiokuristus shoots and misses
and Rei counters with an outside leg kick.
Rei lands with a thumping leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kolmiokuristus tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Rei swivels and escapes.
Kolmiokuristus goes for a double leg but Rei avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Rei continues to drive forward.
Kolmiokuristus takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kalle Kolmiokuristus is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kolmiokuristus chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Rei can pounce on him.
Rei lands with a good body shot.
Kolmiokuristus avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kolmiokuristus shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Rei cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kolmiokuristus with a lazy takedown attempt
and Rei counters with a right hand to the body.
Kolmiokuristus is breathing heavily.
Rei stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Decent striking displayed by Rei there.
Kolmiokuristus misses with a takedown
and Rei counters with a left to the body.
Rei keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
That has opened up Kalle Kolmiokuristus's cut even more.
Kolmiokuristus shoots and misses
and Rei counters with a nice uppercut.
Rei cracks a nice hook into Kolmiokuristus's ribs.
Kolmiokuristus with a poor takedown
and Rei counters with a straight right hand.
Rei lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
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!
Kolmiokuristus has a takedown stuffed.
Rei is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Rei goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Rei throws a lazy right hand but Kolmiokuristus sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kolmiokuristus drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Rei defends it well.
Rei ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kolmiokuristus moves away.
Kolmiokuristus shoots in for a takedown but Rei shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kolmiokuristus bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kolmiokuristus fails with a takedown attempt.
Djoser Rei is winning the standup battle so far.
Kolmiokuristus goes for a double leg but Rei avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Rei continues to drive forward.
Kolmiokuristus shoots for a takedown but Rei saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Rei tries a head kick but it misses.
Rei misses with a body shot.
Kolmiokuristus doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Rei counters with an outside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Djoser Rei dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kalle Kolmiokuristus's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Kolmiokuristus shoots and misses
and Rei counters with a stiff right hand.
Kolmiokuristus throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kolmiokuristus dives in and grabs Rei's left leg, looking for a takedown. Rei pushes down on Kolmiokuristus's head and hops out.
Kolmiokuristus blocks a head kick by Rei.
Rei connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kolmiokuristus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rei.
Kolmiokuristus uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rei.
Rei keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Djoser Rei has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kalle Kolmiokuristus.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Rei.
Kolmiokuristus shoots in looking for a takedown. Rei tries to sprawl out of it but Kolmiokuristus keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Rei manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Rei throws a quick counter head kick but Kolmiokuristus was just out of range.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rei lands a left and a right that send Kolmiokuristus crashing to the mat, dazed. Rei thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Rei is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Kolmiokuristus shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Rei defends it nicely.
Rei is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Kolmiokuristus fails to land the takedown.
Rei scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Rei bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kolmiokuristus takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kolmiokuristus has his takedown stuffed
and Rei counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rei drops Kolmiokuristus with a beautiful combination! Kolmiokuristus stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Rei is looking for the KO!
Kolmiokuristus is rocked!
The cut above Kalle Kolmiokuristus's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Rei stuffs the takedown attempt from Kolmiokuristus. Kolmiokuristus gets slowly back to his feet.
Kolmiokuristus is still on wobbly legs! Can Rei finish him?
Rei circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Kolmiokuristus to the canvas! Kolmiokuristus doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Rei keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Djoser Rei!
Our winner, Djoser Rei, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Bruce Alvarez Banner (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Buff Dickens (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Banner comes to the cage accompanied by Raining Blood by Slayer. Dickens has chosen Trick Daddy - Shut Up as his entrance music. Buff Dickens has the eye of the tiger tonight.
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Abu Dhabi Champ
World class boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
40 - 24 - 1, fighting out of Montreal, Bruce Alvarez Banner!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
21 - 10 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Buff Dickens!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Robert Twigg and Wesley Smith.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A jab lands there for Dickens.
Dickens throws a nice outside leg kick.
A slow jab from Dickens misses its intended target.
Dickens chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Banner tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dickens was well out of range. Poor timing from Banner.
Dickens swings for the body but Banner moves out of range.
Banner walks into a left hand.
Banner fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Banner has his takedown stuffed
and Dickens counters with a slapping leg kick.
Dickens throws a head kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Banner keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Banner gets a takedown into 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!
Dickens is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Banner's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Banner's back!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dickens is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Banner is defending well though. Dickens let's go of the attempt for now.
You can see the frustration on Banner's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Banner is working hard here to advance position.
Banner covers up after that shot from Dickens.
Dickens punishes Banner with strikes from the back mount.
Dickens tries to keep control of the position but Banner is staying busy.
Dickens has Banner flattened out and is raining down punches.
Dickens lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Dickens.
Banner wants to escape the position.
Dickens softening up his opponent with strikes here.
Dickens looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
Dickens missing with strikes from the back.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Banner is really stuck here.
Banner rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Banner trying to control here.
Banner wants to improve his position but Dickens is controlling well.
Dickens thows a huge punch but Banner dodges it nicely.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Dickens lands a nice short elbow.
Dickens is looking to take a break and control but Banner is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Banner trying to get back to full guard but Dickens takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Banner tries to hold on but Dickens pushes him away.
Banner regains half guard.
Dickens trying to control from Banner's half guard. Banner has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Dickens connects with a couple of short punches.
Dickens is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Banner bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Dickens's guard.
Dickens trying to control the position.
Dickens escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Banner gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Dickens is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Banner lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Banner postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Banner postures up in Dickens's guard and throws a big left but Dickens blocks it.
Dickens avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Dickens is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Banner is aware though and is defending well.
Banner stands up over Dickens, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Banner looking to sit in guard and control but Dickens gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Buff Dickens dominated that round.
That's time! Banner's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Dickens doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Banner counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The fight stays on the outside here - Banner looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bruce Alvarez Banner is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
No joy there for Banner, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Dickens is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Banner shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Dickens looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dickens throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Banner trying to control but Dickens is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dickens has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Banner doesn't defend quickly enough and Dickens has managed to lock this one up! Can Banner escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Dickens on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Buff Dickens!
Buff Dickens made sure to mention his sponsor, LOPS 160q $149 in his post fight interview.
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Leonard Lewis (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jensen Saint (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Saint has chosen Bad Company - Holy Water as his entrance music. I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!
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201 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
29 - 17 - 0, fighting out of London, Leonard Lewis!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
41 - 24 - 0, fighting out of New York, Jensen Saint!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Gwen Towbar and Wesley Smith.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lewis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lewis tries to land a leg kick but Saint saw it coming and moves away.
Saint moves out of range as Lewis strikes.
Saint closes the distance and clinches up with Lewis, looking for a takedown. Saint pushes Lewis against the cage but Lewis circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Lewis throws out a leg kick but Saint moves out of range and Lewis only half commits.
Lewis throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Saint throws a low kick, looking for Lewis's leg but Lewis calmly moves out of range.
Saint moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Jab from Lewis.
Lewis works Saint's body with a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis takes a swing at Saint's ribcage but misses.
As Lewis backs off Saint throws a huge counter combo but Lewis manages to avoid it all.
Lewis takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Saint scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lewis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lewis works the jab nicely.
Leonard Lewis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lewis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Saint feints the counter takedown.
Saint steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lewis.
We've been told by Lewis's head coaches at Team Anarchy MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Saint connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Leonard Lewis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lewis throws a chopping leg kick but Saint manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A head kick by Lewis misses
and Saint counters with a nice double leg into side control. Lewis won't be happy with that.
Saint trying to control the position but Lewis is working away.
Saint cracks Lewis with a big elbow.
Saint wants to control but Lewis is keeping him busy.
Lewis tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Saint wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Lewis struggling a bit here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lewis is trying to get back to half guard.
Saint looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Lewis is trying to control Saint's posture but Saint avoids it.
Lewis is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Saint lands a nice forearm strike.
Saint looking to control but instead Lewis has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Saint is trying to control the action in half guard but Lewis is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lewis controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Saint is nestled in close to Lewis, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Lewis is looking to improve his position.
Saint scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Saint missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Saint scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Saint throwing shots but Lewis is blocking nicely.
Saint throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Lewis is trying to maintain the position but Saint is very close to passing his half guard.
Lewis tries to roll over but Saint keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lewis works his way to full guard. Good work.
Lewis keeping moving, preventing Saint from controlling successfully.
Lewis pulls Saint in close to prevent any damage.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Lewis looking to control.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jensen Saint will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Lewis paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Saint throws a looping overhand right but Lewis ducks down to avoid it.
Saint throws a nice head kick!
A lazy left from Lewis finds it's target.
Lewis misses with a leg kick.
Lewis jabs Saint to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Saint avoids a kick to the body.
Lewis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Saint throws out the jab.
Lewis bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Saint's head backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis tries to close the distance and clinch up but Saint swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Saint changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Lewis throws a body kick that misses
and Saint counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lewis looks to land a body kick but Saint moved away.
Saint misses with a straight right.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lewis misses with a kick to the body
and Saint cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Saint 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.
Saint moves out of range of the leg kick from Lewis.
Lewis rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Saint counters with a straight right hand.
Lewis lands a nice looking kick to the body. Saint takes a step back to recover.
Lewis feints and then cracks Saint's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Saint down.
Saint buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Saint throws a leg kick which misses Lewis's front leg but catches the back leg as Lewis tries to avoid it.
Decent striking displayed by Lewis there.
Lewis looks to score with a jab to the body but Saint is just out of range.
A little jabbing left from Saint on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nice shot lands for Lewis.
Saint on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lewis turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Lewis.
Lewis throws out a powerful jab.
Leonard Lewis is winning the standup battle so far.
Lewis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Saint avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A telegraphed right hand from Lewis misses the target.
Saint changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lewis. Saint does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lewis closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A combination from Lewis does no damage.
Lewis with a jab.
The fighters circling - Saint throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Saint will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
As Saint tries to get set, Lewis tries to push him back and clinch up but Saint manages to avoid the attempt.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Saint takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Lewis lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lewis throws a hook to the side of Saint's head but Saint sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Saint uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lewis.
Lewis moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Lewis moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Good leg kick by Lewis there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
A low kick from Lewis misses
and Saint connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Saint closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Lewis's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lewis keeping moving, preventing Saint from controlling successfully.
Lewis is controlling Saint's posture.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lewis trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Saint landing with the ground and pound.
Lewis working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Saint.
Saint seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Saint trying to control but Lewis is working from the bottom.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Lewis not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Leonard Lewis dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
Saint fails to land the takedown.
Lewis moves away from the strike by Saint.
Lewis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Saint takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Nice body kick from Lewis.
Saint throws a hook to the side of Lewis's head but Lewis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Saint throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Saint pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lewis checks a leg kick nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lewis cracks a nice hook into Saint's ribs.
Saint takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Lewis feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Saint's calf.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Saint takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Lewis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Lewis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lewis cracks the inside of Saint's front leg.
Saint connects with a crisp jab.
Saint cracks Lewis with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lewis 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 Saint has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Saint and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Lewis connects with a good right hand that stumbles Saint. Saint circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Lewis throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Saint uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lewis.
Saint's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Saint jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lewis attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Saint tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lewis throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Saint counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lewis is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lewis keeping full guard, as Saint tries to pass.
Saint working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Lewis's head.
Lewis is pulling down on Saint's head to control his posture.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lewis is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
A slow jab from Saint misses its intended target.
Saint moves out of range of the body kick from Lewis.
Saint changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Lewis throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Lewis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lewis turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lewis takes a swing at Saint's ribcage but misses.
Lewis throws a wild body kick that Saint sees coming a mile off.
It seemed like Saint was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lewis loads up on a big right hand but Saint slips the punch.
Saint uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lewis.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Saint blocks the body kick.
Saint swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Saint goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Saint throws a leg kick but Lewis sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lewis.
Lewis swings for the body but Saint moves out of range.
Lewis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Saint.
Saint misses with an uppercut.
Lewis looks to land a body kick but Saint moved away.
It seemed like Saint was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A jab from Lewis misses.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Lewis - that will leave a mark!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lewis just misses with a punch to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Leonard Lewis showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Lewis has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Leonard Lewis!
A very excited looking Leonard Lewis made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Brandon Walker (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and KJ Talley (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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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
19 - 14 - 0, fighting out of New York, Brandon Walker!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
22 - 8 - 1, fighting out of Montreal, KJ Talley!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Cecil Peabody and Stewart Dunkirk.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Walker will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Walker smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Walker clinches up against the cage.
Talley tries to pull guard but Walker won't allow it.
Talley fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Talley lands a body shot in the clinch.
Walker tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Talley just stands there and leans against the cage.
Talley fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Brandon Walker has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of KJ Talley.
Walker blocks a body shot from Talley.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Talley.
Talley pulls Walker into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Walker postures up.
Walker throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Talley works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Walker has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Talley working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Walker doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Walker manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Walker is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Abobomination Training $700 13 LEGIT elite coaches that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Walker trying to stand up but can't free himself from Talley's guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Talley looking to control.
Walker knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Talley on the ground.
Walker trying to control but Talley is working from the bottom.
Walker works over Talley with some ground and pound from guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Walker trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Talley avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Walker accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Walker is looking to work some ground and pound but Talley has wrist control.
Talley has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Walker can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Talley looking for a guillotine here but Walker defends easily.
Walker is stalling in the full guard.
Talley trying to keep a closed guard but Walker is proving a slippery customer.
Talley working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Walker doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Walker manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Talley controls Walker momentarily but Walker frees himself.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Talley throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Talley has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Walker postures up in Talley's guard and throws a big left but Talley blocks it.
Talley looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Talley looking to control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Talley looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Walker connects with a couple of short punches.
Talley is trying to control the position but Walker postures up.
Talley working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Walker doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Walker manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Walker trying to control but Talley is working from the bottom.
Talley has control of Walker's left arm, preventing Walker from doing any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Talley working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Walker.
Talley keeping moving, preventing Walker from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Brandon Walker will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Talley connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Walker misses with a jab, cross combination.
Brandon Walker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Talley keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
It looks like Brandon Walker has been cut.
Walker takes the fight into the clinch.
Talley is trying to break the clinch but Walker is controlling him.
Walker is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Talley is defending well for now.
Walker throws a punch but it's blocked by Talley.
The referee is keeping an eye on Talley - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Talley breaks from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Talley misses the shot to the body.
Jab from Talley.
Talley throws a low kick, looking for Walker's leg but Walker calmly moves out of range.
It looked like Walker was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Walker misses with a head kick.
Walker on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Talley connects with a crisp jab.
Talley throws a body punch but Walker moves out of range.
Walker misses with a body shot.
Walker has Talley up against the cage in a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Talley.
Talley manages to break the clinch.
Walker is looking to clinch.
Talley walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Walker checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
KJ Talley seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Walker scores with a shot to the body.
Talley fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Walker.
Talley wants to slow Walker down by chopping away at his legs.
Talley lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Talley throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Walker fires out a quick counter leg kick but Talley just manages to avoid it.
Talley throws a leg kick
and Walker counters with a straight right hand.
A solid leg kick lands there for Talley.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Talley ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Talley fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Walker tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Talley manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Talley misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Walker.
Talley avoids the head kick by Walker.
Talley works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Talley throws a nice inside leg kick.
Walker takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Talley.
Walker checks a leg kick.
Talley with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Walker lands a body shot.
Walker ducks under a wild hook from Talley.
Talley connects with a looping right hand.
Talley throws a front kick that sends Walker stumbling back into the cage.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A big right from Talley misses.
Walker is looking to clinch.
Talley looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Talley with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Walker wants to clinch.
Walker is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Talley! But no joy.
Talley ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Walker moves away.
Talley uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Walker.
Talley uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Walker.
Talley replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Walker blocks it well.
Walker walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Talley throws a leg kick that is checked
and Walker counters with a two punch combo.
Walker bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Talley uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Walker.
Walker fails in his attempt to clinch.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Talley lands a nice leg kick that just misses Walker's sensitive parts.
Talley buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Walker throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Talley on the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Walker is looking to clinch but Talley is avoiding it.
Talley lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Talley buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Talley takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Walker scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Talley doesn't seem bothered though.
Talley throws a body shot but no joy.
Walker thows a leg kick but Talley checks it
and Talley counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Walker cracks Talley with an open hand slap.
Talley takes a swing at Walker's ribcage but misses.
Walker jabs Talley right on the nose. Talley blinks but takes it well.
Brandon Walker is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Walker swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Walker is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Talley moves into range and connects with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Walker tries a head kick but it misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
KJ Talley showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Brandon Walker's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Walker misses with a low kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Walker.
Talley looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Talley throws a right hand that Walker ducks under and follows up with a left that Walker also avoids with ease.
Walker lands a head kick. Talley smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Walker scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Talley fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Talley scores with a shot to the body.
Walker fails with an attempt to clinch.
A little jabbing left from Talley on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Walker scores with a punch to the head.
Walker avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Walker throws a body punch but Talley moves out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Talley cracks the inside of Walker's front leg.
Walker tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Talley paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Talley swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Walker throws a jab but it's blocked by Talley.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Walker lands with a nice body punch.
Walker misses the jab.
Walker misses with a left hand
and Talley counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Walker thinking.
Walker checks a low kick from Talley.
Talley connects with a solid leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Talley.
Talley dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Walker. That did some damage!
Walker misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Talley looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Walker swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Talley lands a nice leg kick that just misses Walker's sensitive parts.
Talley throws a nice inside leg kick.
Walker throws a looping overhand right but Talley ducks down to avoid it.
Walker misses with the body kick
and Talley counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
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!
Talley slips a jab and a cross from Walker.
Talley throws out a counter right but Walker avoids it with no problem.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Talley avoids the head kick by Walker.
Walker misses with a straight right.
A countering left hand to the body from Talley misses.
Walker blocks a leg kick.
KJ Talley is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Talley.
Talley lands a leg kick that knocks Walker off balance momentarily.
Talley ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Walker moves away.
Walker shoots in for a double leg but Talley sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Walker fails to land with a series of punches.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Walker throws a head kick that misses.
Talley digs a good hook to Walker's body.
Walker closes the distance but Talley moves to the side
and Talley counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Walker gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Walker tries a head kick but it misses.
Talley is trying to counter with his kicks.
Walker needs to keep his hands up - Talley had a free shot at his head there.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Walker fails in his attempt to clinch.
Walker tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Nice shot lands for Talley.
Brandon Walker's cut is getting worse.
Walker on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Walker is rocked!
Walker takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Walker misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Talley counters with a stiff right hand.
Oh Walker is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Walker gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Talley gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Walker is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). KJ Talley! KJ Talley retains his middleweight title!
KJ Talley spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
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