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TTFC 265lb touney Finals PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Sonne Engel (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Mark Hanlon (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
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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
8 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Sonne Engel!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
18 - 14 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Mark Hanlon!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Dillan Fox and Trevor Gratis.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hanlon looks to land a combination. Engel sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
It looks like Sonne Engel has been cut.
Hanlon falls off balance throwing a combination
and Engel counters with a nice kick to the body.
Hanlon misses with a wild combination.
Hanlon grits his teeth and throws a big right-left combo! Engel takes both shots clean on the chin and is out cold! Hanlon cracks him once more on his way down, as the crowd goes wild! They enjoyed that one!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Mark Hanlon!
Mark Hanlon really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Zentrope Fighting Universe logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Spurt Reynolds (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jerry Winston (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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250 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
6 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Spurt Reynolds!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
7 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Jerry Winston!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Robert Douchet and Dillan Fox.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Reynolds ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Winston throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Reynolds's waist but Reynolds gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Winston off to one side.
Reynolds shoots in but no luck this time.
Reynolds tries to clinch but Winston moves out of range.
Winston swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Reynolds changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Winston looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Winston manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Winston wants to improve his position but Reynolds is controlling well.
Winston looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Reynolds missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Winston moves into full guard.
Winston controlling the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Winston wants to sweep here but Reynolds controlling him for the moment.
Winston keeping full guard, as Reynolds tries to pass.
Winston manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Reynolds manages to get himself to full guard.
Winston looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Reynolds wants to sweep here but Winston controlling him for the moment.
Reynolds working a defensive guard here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Reynolds looking for a guillotine here but Winston defends easily.
Reynolds wants to control the position but Winston says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Winston wants to lay and pray for a moment but Reynolds keeps working.
Reynolds actively working from the bottom here.
Reynolds keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Reynolds works his way to full guard. Good work.
Reynolds 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.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Winston trying to control the position from guard on top but Reynolds is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Winston slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Winston trying to control but Reynolds is working from the bottom.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Reynolds takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Winston slips a jab from Reynolds.
A little jabbing left from Winston on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Reynolds takes the fight into the clinch.
Winston lands an uppercut.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Winston tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Reynolds's elbow.
A shot in the inside from Reynolds.
Winston prevents a body shot from Reynolds.
Winston goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Reynolds misses with a body punch.
I was talking to Reynolds's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Winston lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Reynolds.
Reynolds blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Winston is stalling here.
Reynolds tries a body shot but Winston blocks it.
Reynolds breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Reynolds keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Reynolds throws out a loose jab but Winston uses good head movement to avoid it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Winston misses with a wild body shot.
Winston throws a leg kick that is checked
and Reynolds counters by moving into the clinch.
Reynolds gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Winston controlling the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Spurt Reynolds dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Winston tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Reynolds was well out of range. Poor timing from Winston.
Reynolds appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Winston shoots in but Reynolds avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Reynolds dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Winston wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Winston digs a good body shot into Reynolds's ribs.
Reynolds tries to move into range but Winston moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Winston is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Reynolds rather than just go for the knockout.
Winston misses with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Winston throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Reynolds shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Winston as he jumps to the side.
It seemed like Winston was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Winston throws a predictable looking body shot
and Reynolds counters with a straight right hand.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Winston throws a body punch but Reynolds moves out of range.
Reynolds looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Winston is fending him off so far but Reynolds persists. Nope, Winston circles away and we're back to standing.
Reynolds lands with a shot to the body.
Reynolds lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Nice defenses there by Reynolds.
Reynolds blocks a jab.
Reynolds shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Winston napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Winston sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Winston moves into full guard.
Winston wants to sweep here but Reynolds controlling him for the moment.
Reynolds content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Winston looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Reynolds puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Winston won't allow Reynolds to pass to mount.
Winston wants to improve his position but Reynolds is controlling well.
Reynolds throwing shots but Winston is blocking nicely.
Reynolds looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Reynolds sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Winston defending well though.
The fighters are battling for position here. Winston manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Reynolds will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Winston bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Reynolds's guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Reynolds working for a triangle but Winston defends it easily.
Reynolds looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Winston trying to control but Reynolds is working from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Reynolds is on top in guard.
Reynolds throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Winston works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Reynolds trying to control the position from guard on top but Winston is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Reynolds makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Winston looking for a sweep. Not yet Winston, not yet.
Reynolds chips away with some ground and pound.
Winston has control of Reynolds's left arm, preventing Reynolds from doing any damage.
Reynolds forces his way into half guard.
Winston trying to control here.
Winston keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Spurt Reynolds overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Winston is doing well to control the position and prevent Reynolds from advancing to side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Spurt Reynolds dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
Reynolds looks to land a left hand but Winston moved out of range nicely.
The fight stays on the outside here - Reynolds looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Winston closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Reynolds did well to prevent Winston getting side control.
Winston lands strikes from half guard.
Reynolds is pressing down on Winston's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Reynolds isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Winston stacks Reynolds on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Winston!
You can see the frustration on Reynolds's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Winston grinds an elbow into Reynolds's temple.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Reynolds defending against the ground and pound.
You can see the frustration on Reynolds's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Reynolds is working to avoid the ground and pound but Winston connects with a decent elbow.
Reynolds is not content to let Winston control the position.
Reynolds takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Winston scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Reynolds to see if he's OK.
Winston landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Reynolds sneaks back into half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Winston is pressing down on Reynolds's thigh, looking to free his foot. Reynolds is holding on for now.
Winston throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Reynolds keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Reynolds tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Winston throwing shots but Reynolds is blocking nicely.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Reynolds trying to control from the bottom.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Reynolds clobbers Winston with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Winston looks to land a right hand but Reynolds moved out of range.
Winston throws a body shot but no joy.
Reynolds tries for a takedown but Winston sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Reynolds lands a slapping body shot.
Reynolds dives in and grabs Winston's left leg, looking for a takedown. Winston pushes down on Reynolds's head and hops out.
Winston is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Reynolds with a body shot.
Nice cross by Winston.
A big right from Winston misses.
Jerry Winston has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Reynolds dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Reynolds has Winston up against the cage in a clinch.
Winston blocks a body shot from Reynolds.
Winston lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Winston wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Reynolds misses with a punch to the body.
Winston lands a right hand that snaps the head of Reynolds backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Winston fails to land.
Winston tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Reynolds's elbow.
Reynolds misses with a short punch on the inside.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Reynolds doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Winston blocks a body shot from Reynolds.
Reynolds throws a punch but it's blocked by Winston.
Reynolds pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Winston swings for the body but Reynolds moves out of range.
Reynolds shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A nice side step and Winston releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spurt Reynolds. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Winston throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Reynolds tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Winston swivels and escapes.
Jerry Winston seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Reynolds displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Winston throws out the jab.
Reynolds wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Reynolds doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Winston counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Winston throws a shot from downtown. Reynolds moves away and avoids it.
Spurt Reynolds is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Reynolds moves into the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jerry Winston comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Reynolds 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Spurt Reynolds!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Cannondale Trail (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kaladin Darkeyes (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Trail kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is The Norris song. Cannondale Trail has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.
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250 lbs
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Excellent boxer
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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
11 - 5 - 0, fighting out of New York, Cannondale Trail!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Kaladin Darkeyes!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Dillan Fox and Steve Smith.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Trail takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Some wild striking there from Darkeyes.
No joy there for Darkeyes, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Darkeyes scores with a jab.
Darkeyes moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Darkeyes throws a wild body kick that Trail sees coming a mile off.
Darkeyes throws a series of punches but Trail moves out of range.
Trail appears to be looking for a big counter.
Darkeyes punishes Trail's body with a nice straight punch.
Trail throws a combination that misses
enabling Darkeyes to counter with a crisp jab.
Darkeyes darts in and clinches Trail up against the cage.
Trail blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Darkeyes throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Darkeyes lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
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!
Darkeyes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Our sources have told us that Trail has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Trail working hard to break the clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Darkeyes creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Trail is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Trail breaks the clinch.
Darkeyes's corner calls for a 1-2. Darkeyes obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Darkeyes connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Trail momentarily.
Darkeyes thuds his right hand into Trail's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Trail moves out of range of the body kick from Darkeyes.
That kick from Darkeyes tenderised Trail's leg. Trail is trying to keep his angry face on.
Trail misses with a double jab.
Darkeyes scores with a jab.
Darkeyes has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Darkeyes tries a head kick but it misses.
Trail missing with a left hand there. Darkeyes was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It seemed like Darkeyes was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Trail avoids a kick to the body.
Darkeyes lands with a slapping head kick.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Trail takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Darkeyes throws a right and a left that Trail avoids nicely.
Trail takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Darkeyes moves into range and connects with a jab.
Darkeyes ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Trail moves away.
Nice straight punches there by Darkeyes. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Darkeyes.
Darkeyes takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
It looks like Kaladin Darkeyes has been cut.
Darkeyes is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Trail had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Trail on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Trail tries to move into range but Darkeyes moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Darkeyes closes the distance and pushes Trail back into the cage.
Darkeyes pushes off an throws an elbow but Trail leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Trail can't break the clinch.
Darkeyes lands an elbow inside.
Trail lands with a short shot to the head.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Darkeyes creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Darkeyes comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
It looks like Cannondale Trail has been cut.
Trail is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Darkeyes lands a body shot in the clinch.
Darkeyes softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Trail with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Trail's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Darkeyes gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Trail manages to break the clinch.
Trail walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Darkeyes moves into range and clinches up with Trail.
Darkeyes lands with a light punch inside.
Trail wants to get back to striking at distance but Darkeyes won't allow it.
Trail is trying to break the clinch but Darkeyes has him pressed against the cage.
Trail has had enough of the clinch but Darkeyes keeps him there for the moment.
A short right from Darkeyes.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Darkeyes.
Darkeyes keeps control of Trail as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Trail can't break the clinch.
Darkeyes lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Trail backwards.
Trail is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Trail takes an elbow to the temple.
Trail is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Trail is trying to break the clinch but Darkeyes is controlling him.
Knees in the clinch landing for Darkeyes.
Darkeyes pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Darkeyes.
Trail wants to get back to striking at distance but Darkeyes won't allow it.
Darkeyes misses with a knee strike.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Trail can't break the clinch.
Darkeyes landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kaladin Darkeyes dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Darkeyes lands with a right hand.
Darkeyes fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Trail on the side of the head.
Darkeyes scores with a kick to the body.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Darkeyes. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Darkeyes smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Darkeyes lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Darkeyes misses with a double jab.
Kaladin Darkeyes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Some wild striking there from Trail.
Trail swings for the body but Darkeyes moves out of range.
Darkeyes looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Darkeyes blocks a jab.
Darkeyes clobbers Trail with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Trail takes one on the chin but seems OK.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Darkeyes lands with a hook. Trail tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Darkeyes throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A punch combination from Trail misses.
Trail throws a nice looking combination but Darkeyes bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Darkeyes buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Trail tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Darkeyes paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A cross from Darkeyes lands.
Darkeyes scores with a one two! Trail had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Darkeyes connects with a solid leg kick.
Darkeyes lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A decent looking cross lands there for Darkeyes.
Trail looks to land a combination but Darkeyes avoids it well.
Darkeyes throws a combination. Trail tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Darkeyes lands a nice hook to Trail's body. Trail takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Darkeyes lands a jab.
Darkeyes scores with a spinning back kick!
Darkeyes darts in and clinches Trail up against the cage.
Darkeyes scores with a shot to the side of Trail's head.
Darkeyes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Trail blocks a body shot from Darkeyes.
Darkeyes lands a damaging elbow.
Darkeyes lands an elbow inside that Trail shrugs off.
Darkeyes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Trail blocks the elbow strike.
Trail is trying to break the clinch but Darkeyes is controlling him.
Darkeyes tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Trail avoids it.
Kaladin Darkeyes seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Darkeyes lands a damaging elbow.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Darkeyes tries a body shot but Trail blocks it.
Darkeyes throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Trail's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Darkeyes lands an elbow just above Trail 's eye.
Darkeyes comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Trail takes an elbow to the temple.
Darkeyes throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Darkeyes lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Darkeyes obliges.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Darkeyes lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Trail backwards.
Cannondale Trail's cut is getting worse.
Trail takes an elbow to the forehead.
Trail looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Darkeyes lands a right hand that snaps the head of Trail backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Darkeyes throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Trails head.
Trail blocks an elbow strike.
Good body shot from Darkeyes.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A right handed body shot lands from Darkeyes.
Darkeyes lands a damaging elbow.
Darkeyes gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Darkeyes lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Trail backwards.
Cannondale Trail's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Darkeyes misses with an elbow strike.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Darkeyes.
Darkeyes lands a nice elbow.
Trail takes a knee to the side of the body.
Darkeyes lands a body punch in the clinch.
Trail dodges an elbow strike from Darkeyes.
Trail blocks an elbow strike from Darkeyes.
Trail looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A nice right hand lands inside from Darkeyes.
Darkeyes throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Darkeyes utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Darkeyes comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kaladin Darkeyes showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Trail's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!
Darkeyes gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Trail has had enough of the clinch but Darkeyes keeps him there for the moment.
Darkeyes creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Trail's defenses.
Darkeyes scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short right from Darkeyes.
Trail breaks the clinch.
Jab from Darkeyes.
Darkeyes throws the kick towards the body but Trail avoids it.
Trail throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Darkeyes.
Trail takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fight stays on the outside here - Darkeyes looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
It looked like Trail wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Cannondale Trail is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Darkeyes connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Trail is looking to chop away at Darkeyes's legs.
Darkeyes with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Darkeyes fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Darkeyes lands with a hook. Trail tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Trail throws a half hearted mid kick.
Darkeyes smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Trail misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Darkeyes.
Darkeyes throws a counter combo.
Darkeyes dodges the punch combination from Trail.
Darkeyes throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Darkeyes jabs Trail right on the nose. Trail blinks but takes it well.
Trail swings for the body but Darkeyes moves out of range.
Darkeyes with a body punch. A glancing blow.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Trail takes one to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Trail lands a body shot.
Darkeyes clinches.
Darkeyes scores with a shot to the side of Trail's head.
Darkeyes lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Trail dodges an elbow strike from Darkeyes.
Darkeyes has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Darkeyes lands an elbow inside.
Darkeyes misses with an elbow strike.
Darkeyes lands a body shot.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Darkeyes.
Trail is looking to break free of the clinch but Darkeyes has double underhooks.
Darkeyes comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Jeez, Cannondale Trail's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Cannondale Trail's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Kaladin Darkeyes!
Kaladin Darkeyes bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
The defeated Cannondale Trail had this to say: 'Sorry my fans...'.
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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Timo Vesala (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Danny Tatum (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Vesala comes to the cage accompanied by Bomfunk MC's - Freestyler. The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.
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140 lbs
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41
141 lbs
31 - 21 - 0 |
Abu Dhabi Champ
Excellent boxer
Insanely flexible |
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Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Timo Vesala!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
31 - 21 - 0, fighting out of London, Danny Tatum!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Alec Ball and Ian Loll.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tatum slips a straight right by Vesala.
Tatum blocks a jab.
Tatum lands a lovely overhand right.
Tatum digs a good body shot into Vesala's ribs.
Tatum throws a body shot but no joy.
The fighters circling - Vesala throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tatum ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vesala moves away.
Tatum fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Vesala tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Tatum manages to circle out of the way.
Vesala swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tatum drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Vesala defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vesala throws an overhand right that lands on Tatum's shoulder, as Tatum tries to avoid the shot.
Vesala ducks right into an uppercut from Tatum.
A nice combination there by Vesala.
Vesala drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tatum works the jab nicely.
Vesala throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tatum sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tatum throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vesala drops down looking for a counter takedown but Tatum sprawls and moves away.
Tatum tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vesala was well out of range. Poor timing from Tatum.
Vesala throws a hook but Tatum avoids it easily.
Tatum works Vesala's body with a nice hook.
Tatum misses with a body shot.
Tatum works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Tatum fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tatum dips to his left and cracks Vesala with an uppercut!
Tatum swings for the body but Vesala moves out of range.
Tatum slips a straight right by Vesala.
Tatum moves away from the strike by Vesala.
Tatum steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Vesala.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vesala throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tatum scores with a hook to the body. Vesala takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Vesala connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tatum scores with a punch to the head.
Vesala connects with a jab.
Vesala dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tatum tries to clinch but Vesala moves out of range.
Tatum decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Vesala regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Tatum.
Vesala escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tatum gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Tatum has gone for a leg lock! Vesala slips out almost immediately though and dives into Tatum's guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Vesala wants to control from the top but Tatum keeps moving.
Vesala stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tatum swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tatum is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Vesala avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Vesala trying to control but Tatum is working from the bottom.
Tatum had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Vesala defends it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Danny Tatum will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Tatum throws a hook but Vesala avoids it easily.
Vesala is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Tatum.
Tatum misses with a hook
and Vesala cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tatum scores with the left hand. Vesala knows he should have avoided that one.
Tatum takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Vesala misses with a straight left.
Tatum scores with a body shot.
A big right from Tatum misses.
Tatum misses with a straight left.
Vesala digs a good hook to Tatum's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tatum thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vesala ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tatum ducks under a wild hook from Vesala.
Tatum clinches.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Vesala is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Tatum can't fight it off and eventually Vesala manages to take the fight to the floor. Tatum looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Tatum had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Vesala defends it easily.
Tatum has an active guard here but Vesala has managed to pass into half guard.
Vesala keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Tatum actively working from the bottom here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tatum works his way to full guard. Good work.
Vesala wants to control from the top but Tatum keeps moving.
Tatum working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Vesala doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Vesala manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Vesala trying to control but Tatum is working from the bottom.
Tatum trying to keep a closed guard but Vesala is proving a slippery customer.
Tatum throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tatum looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Vesala puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Tatum is refusing to be controlled, as Vesala sits in half guard.
Vesala is really struggling to control Tatum but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Vesala trying to mount his opponent but Tatum defends it.
Vesala is looking to take a break and control but Tatum is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Tatum throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vesala is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
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.
Vesala moves out of range of the strikes.
Vesala slips a straight right by Tatum.
Tatum misses the jab.
Tatum throws a body punch but Vesala moves out of range.
Vesala tries to counter with a takedown but Tatum is quick to defend against it.
A swing and a miss from Vesala.
Vesala avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A slow jab from Tatum misses its intended target.
Vesala is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Tatum.
Vesala tests Tatum's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Vesala scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vesala is looking for a kimura here.
Vesala seems to be looking for submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Timo Vesala dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
Vesala keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tatum misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vesala.
Tatum works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Tatum takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tatum swings for the body but Vesala moves out of range.
Tatum swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vesala throws a lazy right hand but Tatum sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tatum tries to counter by closing the distance.
Tatum throws out a powerful jab.
Danny Tatum seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab lands there for Vesala.
Tatum ducks under a wild hook from Vesala.
A jab from Vesala misses.
Tatum is looking to clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tatum fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Vesala avoids it really well and circles away.
Vesala drops down looking for a counter takedown but Tatum sprawls and moves away.
Vesala scores with a sloppy right hand. Tatum should have avoided that one.
Vesala swings for the body but Tatum moves out of range.
Tatum pushes Vesala up against the cage in a clinch.
Tatum jumps guard but Vesala turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Vesala misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tatum'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.
Tatum fails to pull guard.
Timo Vesala has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Danny Tatum.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tatum lands with a short shot to the head.
Vesala gets control of Tatum's arms and successfully pulls guard. Vesala will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tatum is posturing up here but Vesala has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Tatum tries to roll out but it's too tight and Tatum has to tap! Slick submission there by Vesala!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Timo Vesala!
Our winner, Timo Vesala, 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 heavyweight MMA rules bout between Itse Perkele (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and RP McMurphy (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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25
258 lbs
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257 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
9 - 4 - 0, fighting out of New York, Itse Perkele!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, RP McMurphy!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Steve Smith and Gregory Folan.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Perkele looking to land some kicks to the body here.
McMurphy misses with an uppercut
and Perkele counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Perkele wants to slow McMurphy down by chopping away at his legs.
Perkele uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McMurphy.
Perkele tried to counter with a leg kick but McMurphy avoided it.
McMurphy moves out of range as Perkele strikes.
McMurphy jabs at Perkele's body.
McMurphy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McMurphy lands a right hook to the body.
Perkele avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Perkele scores with a jab to the jaw.
Perkele throws a front kick that sends McMurphy stumbling back into the cage.
Nice shot lands for Perkele.
Perkele lands a big uppercut and McMurphy crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but McMurphy looks OK. Perkele waves McMurphy back to his feet!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McMurphy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Perkele throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McMurphy checks a leg kick.
Perkele throws a looping overhand right but McMurphy ducks down to avoid it.
McMurphy throws out a counter right but Perkele avoids it with no problem.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Perkele on the wrong end of a nice hook.
McMurphy bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw McMurphy working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Perkele taking a bit of punishment here - McMurphy scoring with strikes.
McMurphy working away.
Perkele tries to improve position but can't.
Perkele is not content to let McMurphy control the position.
Perkele wants to control but McMurphy postures up.
Perkele is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Hell's Balls NY Hellcademy, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
McMurphy creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Perkele sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
McMurphy throws a strike aimed at the side of Perkele's head but Perkele avoids it well.
McMurphy working away.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A control attempt from Perkele but he's now mounted!
Perkele is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
McMurphy punishing his opponent with strikes.
Perkele wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by McMurphy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McMurphy cracks Perkele with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Perkele tries to reverse the position but McMurphy maintains control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
McMurphy landing strikes from the mount and Perkele is in trouble!
Perkele is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Perkele is working hard here to advance position.
McMurphy can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Perkele is looking to escape.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Perkele is desperately trying to improve his position but McMurphy has a good base and remains in mount.
McMurphy takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Perkele tries to hold on but McMurphy pushes him away.
McMurphy with a couple of short strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McMurphy raining down hammerfists from mount.
McMurphy breaks from Perkele's wrist control and lands an elbow.
McMurphy with shots to the head and body - Perkele looks very uncomfortable down there.
McMurphy lands a big shot there that rocks Perkele but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
McMurphy with good strikes from the mount here!
Perkele is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
RP McMurphy dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Perkele listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Perkele gets cracked there but stands up to it.
McMurphy avoids a punch combination nicely.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Perkele.
Perkele misses with a low kick.
Perkele throws a head kick but McMurphy moves out of range.
Perkele pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Itse Perkele seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McMurphy moves out of range as Perkele throws a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Perkele lands a nice shot to the body.
Perkele is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
McMurphy avoids the body shot from Perkele.
McMurphy listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
McMurphy darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
McMurphy lands a glancing blow to the side of Perkele's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McMurphy avoids the head kick by Perkele.
McMurphy with the counter takedown but Perkele avoids it easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
McMurphy connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Perkele looks to score with a jab to the body but McMurphy is just out of range.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Perkele - that will leave a mark!
Good leg kick by Perkele there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Perkele looks to throw the jab but McMurphy is out of range.
McMurphy swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Perkele.
Perkele fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but McMurphy is out of range.
McMurphy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A counter left hand to the body from Perkele misses its target.
McMurphy throws a right and a left that Perkele avoids nicely.
McMurphy throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Perkele on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
McMurphy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Perkele was well out of range. Poor timing from McMurphy.
McMurphy takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Perkele scores with a body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Perkele misses with a body kick.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Perkele pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Perkele lands with a thumping leg kick.
Perkele wants to land a leg kick but McMurphy is out of range.
Nice body punch from Perkele.
Perkele tries to land a front kick but McMurphy steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Perkele looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Perkele slips a jab from McMurphy.
Perkele thows a leg kick but McMurphy checks it
and McMurphy counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Perkele pulls McMurphy in to control the position.
McMurphy works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Perkele is looking for a sweep. McMurphy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McMurphy trying to mount his opponent but Perkele defends it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
McMurphy is taking a breather. Perkele says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
McMurphy trying to pass the guard but Perkele defending well.
McMurphy trying to control the action but Perkele is working from the bottom.
McMurphy looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Perkele with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
McMurphy takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
McMurphy throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Perkele to regain full guard.
Perkele working a defensive guard here.
RP McMurphy has got the better of the ground game so far.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
McMurphy trying to control but Perkele is working from the bottom.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
McMurphy swings for the body but Perkele moves out of range.
McMurphy circles away from the clinch attempt.
McMurphy is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
McMurphy throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Perkele tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. McMurphy is in Perkele's guard.
McMurphy is looking to work some ground and pound but Perkele has wrist control.
Perkele pulls McMurphy in close to his closed guard and prevents McMurphy from doing any damage or advancing position.
Perkele keeping full guard, as McMurphy tries to pass.
Perkele is trying to control the position from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but RP McMurphy will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
Perkele misses with a wild body shot.
McMurphy feints the counter takedown.
RP McMurphy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
McMurphy moves out of range of the body kick from Perkele.
McMurphy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McMurphy doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Itse Perkele is winning the standup battle so far.
Perkele tries to close the distance and clinch up but McMurphy swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Perkele fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McMurphy manages to avoid it.
A jab from Perkele misses.
Sloppy strikes from Perkele. Those never looked like landing.
Perkele scores with a leg kick.
A good leg kick by Perkele.
McMurphy throws a looping overhand right but Perkele ducks down to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McMurphy just misses with a punch to the body.
Perkele throws a right and a left that McMurphy avoids nicely.
McMurphy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Perkele.
Perkele staying out of range there.
A lazy body kick from Perkele
enabling McMurphy to counter with a crisp jab.
That's one minute gone in the round.
McMurphy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Perkele.
McMurphy misses with a double jab
and Perkele counters with a nice low kick that buckles McMurphy's knee momentarily.
A big right from McMurphy misses.
McMurphy takes one on the button.
A good leg kick by Perkele.
Perkele uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McMurphy.
Perkele throws a push kick but McMurphy slaps the foot to one side.
McMurphy tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Perkele ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McMurphy moves away.
McMurphy closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Perkele is trying to control McMurphy's posture but McMurphy avoids it.
McMurphy is chipping away with strikes.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
McMurphy tries to advance to mount but can't.
McMurphy controlling the position.
Perkele is not content to let McMurphy control the position.
Perkele is looking to reverse the position.
McMurphy has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
McMurphy tries to advance position but instead Perkele slips a leg back in to half guard.
McMurphy wants to pass to mount but Perkele is defending the position.
Perkele tries to roll over but McMurphy keeps him under control.
McMurphy is taking a breather. Perkele says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Perkele trying to control here.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
McMurphy checks the leg kick.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Perkele misses with a straight left.
McMurphy just misses with a punch to the body.
Perkele tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McMurphy was well out of range. Poor timing from Perkele.
McMurphy's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Perkele doesn't manage to clinch there - McMurphy circles away.
A slow jab from McMurphy misses its intended target.
A thudding body kick lands there by Perkele!
McMurphy connects with a nice looking jab.
Perkele misses with a low kick.
A countering left hand to the body from McMurphy misses.
McMurphy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Perkele throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck McMurphy on the side of the head.
Perkele throws a wild body kick that McMurphy sees coming a mile off.
Perkele misses with a hook.
McMurphy closes the distance and clinches up with Perkele, looking for a takedown. McMurphy pushes Perkele against the cage but Perkele circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! McMurphy crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Perkele - the referee stops the clock and McMurphy gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Perkele. McMurphy manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Itse Perkele did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
Perkele tries a low kick but McMurphy avoids it.
A jab from Perkele misses.
And McMurphy tries to counter it with a takedown but Perkele pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Perkele dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McMurphy looks to land a right hand but Perkele moved out of range.
McMurphy misses with a straight right.
Perkele wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Perkele looks to land a body kick but McMurphy moved away.
Perkele scores with a jab to the body.
Perkele dodges the punch combination from McMurphy.
Perkele tries to work over McMurphy's front leg with a kick but McMurphy checks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McMurphy throws a hook but Perkele blocks it.
Perkele misses with a body shot.
Perkele keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McMurphy misses with a looping left.
Perkele is looking to counter punch.
Perkele connects with a solid leg kick.
That's one minute gone in the round.
McMurphy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Perkele.
Perkele misses with a wild body shot.
Perkele tries to clinch there but McMurphy circles away.
Perkele misses with a low kick.
McMurphy shoots in but no luck this time.
Perkele misses with the body kick
and McMurphy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Perkele throws the left hand but McMurphy avoids the punch easily.
Itse Perkele is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McMurphy misses with an uppercut. Perkele saw that one coming.
Perkele misses with a body kick.
Perkele is looking to chop away at McMurphy's legs.
Perkele misses with a looping right.
McMurphy throws an overhand right that lands on Perkele's shoulder, as Perkele tries to avoid the shot.
The crowd cheers as McMurphy lands an impressive looking overhand right. Perkele doesn't seem phased though.
McMurphy blocks a low kick nicely.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Perkele walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
McMurphy slips a jab and a cross from Perkele.
Perkele tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A shot to the liver by Perkele. Beautiful body shot.
Perkele uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McMurphy.
Perkele tries a head kick but it misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Perkele takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts McMurphy, as that shot connected.
Perkele doesn't manage to clinch there - McMurphy circles away.
McMurphy dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McMurphy misses with an uppercut. Perkele saw that one coming.
Perkele is looking to wear down McMurphy with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
McMurphy cracks a nice hook into Perkele's ribs.
McMurphy checks a low kick from Perkele.
McMurphy tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Perkele is looking to land body kicks.
A little jabbing left from McMurphy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McMurphy closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - McMurphy lands in his opponent's guard.
McMurphy trying to control but Perkele is working from the bottom.
McMurphy is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Perkele working a defensive guard here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
McMurphy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Perkele is trying to control the position from the bottom.
McMurphy content to stall in guard here.
Perkele is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
McMurphy misses with a looping right.
Perkele misses with a jab to the body
letting McMurphy counter with a right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
RP McMurphy dominated that fourth round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
Perkele just misses with a punch to the body.
McMurphy is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Perkele throws a leg kick but McMurphy checks it.
Perkele needs to keep his hands up - McMurphy had a free shot at his head there.
McMurphy misses with a series of wild punches.
McMurphy sizes up Perkele with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Perkele thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on McMurphy if he has to take too many more of those.
Perkele throws a leg kick
and Perkele takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Perkele misses with a two punch combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Perkele scores with a jab.
McMurphy shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Perkele is trying to defend but McMurphy finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Perkele makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Perkele.
That's one minute gone in the round.
McMurphy trying to control the position from guard on top but Perkele is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Perkele is trying to control the position but McMurphy postures up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Perkele holds on and takes a little breather.
McMurphy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Perkele controls McMurphy momentarily but McMurphy frees himself.
McMurphy trying to control but Perkele is working from the bottom.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
That's two 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.
Perkele throws a one two combo.
McMurphy will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
McMurphy slips under a jab.
McMurphy on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Perkele dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McMurphy lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Perkele backs up against the cage.
Perkele bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
McMurphy is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Perkele fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McMurphy.
McMurphy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
McMurphy misses with a jab to the body
and Perkele counters with a thumping low kick.
Perkele showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McMurphy.
Perkele half committed to a counter leg kick.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Perkele moves into range and connects with a jab.
Perkele fails with an attempt to clinch.
Perkele is looking to chop away at McMurphy's legs.
McMurphy throws a series of punches but Perkele avoids them all with ease.
McMurphy avoids the head kick by Perkele.
RP McMurphy is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
McMurphy checks a leg kick.
McMurphy misses with a hook.
Perkele throws an overhand right that lands on McMurphy's shoulder, as McMurphy tries to avoid the shot.
McMurphy is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A slow jab from McMurphy misses its intended target.
McMurphy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Perkele.
McMurphy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
McMurphy fails with the takedown.
As McMurphy tries to get set, Perkele tries to push him back and clinch up but McMurphy manages to avoid the attempt.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Perkele tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McMurphy with the counter takedown but Perkele avoids it easily.
McMurphy throws a hook to the side of Perkele's head but Perkele sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Perkele throws a hook to the side of McMurphy's head but McMurphy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McMurphy cracks Perkele with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Perkele tries to clinch but McMurphy is having none of it.
McMurphy let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Perkele connects with a solid leg kick.
McMurphy closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Perkele did well to prevent McMurphy getting side control.
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!
McMurphy keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
McMurphy looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
McMurphy controlling the action here.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Itse Perkele.
I think McMurphy has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 47:49
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 47:48
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 47:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... RP McMurphy!
RP McMurphy took some time post fight to say the following; 'Thank you everybody for coming. My opponent, hats off to you, thanks for the great fight, all respect. My coaches and Team Burns helped me so much, thank you. I will continue to shock and inspire nations'.
Itse Perkele spoke after the fight, saying 'Kemist 5x160Q'.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Jack Hollow (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Joe Leduc (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Hollow comes to the cage accompanied by Right The Lightning. Leduc has chosen Trivium-Through Blood And Dirt And Bone as his entrance music. Joe Leduc has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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268 lbs
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273 lbs
15 - 10 - 0 |
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World class boxer
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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
10 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Jack Hollow!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
15 - 10 - 0, fighting out of New York, Joe Leduc!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Gregory Folan and Robert Douchet.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hollow dodges the punch combination from Leduc.
Leduc takes a jab right on the kisser.
Nice shot by Hollow.
Leduc fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Hollow with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Hollow rushes Leduc and presses him up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Leduc prevents Hollow from breaking the clinch.
Hollow is working Leduc over against the cage.
Leduc tries a body shot but Hollow blocks it.
Leduc misses with an elbow over the top.
Hollow working aggressively here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hollow's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hollow cracks Leduc with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Hollow misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Leduc.
Hollow rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Leduc decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Hollow's guard.
Hollow is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Hollow prevents a body shot from Leduc.
Our sources have told us that Hollow has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Hollow lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Leduc backwards.
A shot in the inside from Hollow.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Leduc is working for takedown but Hollow is calmly controlling the position for now.
A head punch on the inside from Hollow fails to land.
Leduc tries a body shot but Hollow blocks it.
Leduc lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hollow backwards.
A right hand to the body from Hollow.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hollow creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Leduc is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Hollow is defending well for now.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Leduc lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hollow or not.
Leduc lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Leduc.
Leduc gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Hollow wants to get back to his feet.
Leduc controlling the pace.
Hollow wants to get back to his feet.
Hollow won't allow Leduc to pass to mount.
Hollow wants to get back to his feet.
Leduc is just content to waste time from the top position. Hollow takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hollow is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Hollow pushes Leduc off and scrambles back to his feet.
Leduc checks a leg kick nicely.
Leduc ducks under a wild hook from Hollow.
A big left from Hollow misses.
Hollow catches Leduc with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Hollow lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Hollow stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Leduc.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Leduc on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Hollow. Hollow obviously looking to wear him down.
Hollow throws an off balance right hand
and Leduc counters with a nice double leg into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Leduc wants to control from the top but Hollow keeps moving.
Hollow keeping full guard, as Leduc tries to pass.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jack Hollow 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.
Hollow just misses with a punch to the body.
Hollow scores with a hook to the body. Leduc takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Leduc throws a shot from downtown. Hollow moves away and avoids it.
Hollow swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A slow jab from Leduc misses its intended target.
Hollow is looking to counter the offense by Leduc and move into the clinch.
Nice body kick there by Leduc.
Leduc connects with a right hand. Hollow shakes it off.
Leduc takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Hollow connects with a jab.
Leduc takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Hollow swings for the body but Leduc moves out of range.
Hollow pivots, looking for a leg kick but Leduc is out of range and Hollow settles back down.
Leduc changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Leduc throws a shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hollow tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Leduc was well out of range. Poor timing from Hollow.
That's one minute gone in the round.
That kick from Hollow tenderised Leduc's leg. Leduc is trying to keep his angry face on.
Leduc avoids the body shot from Hollow.
Leduc changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Leduc avoids the body shot from Hollow.
Hollow is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Leduc can do to turn this around?
Hollow scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Leduc doesn't seem bothered though.
Leduc looks for the body kick but Hollow saw that one coming.
Hollow with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Leduc to score with a decent uppercut.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Hollow.
Hollow gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Hollow dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hollow misses with a wild combination.
Leduc feints the counter takedown.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nice uppercut lands for Hollow. That snapped Leduc's head back.
Hollow fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Leduc, pushing him back against the cage.
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!
Leduc throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Hollow blocking some punches.
A short uppercut from Hollow.
A right handed body shot lands from Hollow.
Leduc lands a hook that snaps the head of Hollow backwards.
Hollow breaks from the clinch.
Hollow swings for the body but Leduc moves out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Leduc.
Hollow throws a right and a left that both miss.
Hollow swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hollow moves out of range as Leduc strikes.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hollow walks into a jab.
Leduc jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Leduc avoids the body shot from Hollow.
Hollow moves away from the strike by Leduc.
The fighters circling - Leduc throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Leduc ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Leduc takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Leduc takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Hollow throws a body punch but Leduc moves out of range.
Hollow connects with a leg kick. Leduc looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
The fighters circling - Hollow throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jab, jab by Leduc - just one landing.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hollow pivots, looking for a leg kick but Leduc is out of range and Hollow settles back down.
Hollow scores with a leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hollow throws a low kick, looking for Leduc's leg but Leduc calmly moves out of range.
Hollow has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Leduc.
Hollow is looking to clinch.
Hollow with a hook.
Jack Hollow seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hollow with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A punch lands to the side of Leduc 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Hollow tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Leduc was well out of range. Poor timing from Hollow.
Leduc misses with a wild body shot.
A nice inside leg kick there by Hollow. That's going to slow Leduc down.
Jack Hollow is winning the standup battle so far.
Hollow uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Leduc.
Hollow swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jack Hollow dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
Leduc fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Hollow checks it well.
Hollow feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Leduc moves forwards but Hollow connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Hollow scores with a nice head shot.
Hollow scoring well with a low kick there.
Hollow tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Leduc was well out of range. Poor timing from Hollow.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Leduc! But no joy.
Leduc takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Leduc is looking to chop away at Hollow's legs.
Leduc throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hollow sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hollow fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Leduc manages to avoid it.
Leduc with the counter takedown but Hollow avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Leduc swings widly with a right hand
and Hollow counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hollow getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Leduc gets caught by a brutal right hook which buckles his knees! Leduc tries to backpedal with his spaghettilegs but Hollow is headhunting and goes for the kill. A jab and a right hook connect and Leduc buckles badly as his eyes roll back. The referee steps in and saves Leduc!! Leduc is complaining but he was clearly out on his feet. Hollow throws his mouthpiece into the crowd. Mmmm spit-tastic.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jack Hollow!
Jack Hollow thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Crabby Iron (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Cody Lundin (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). On his way into the cage it seems that Crabby Iron has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Crabby Iron seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
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162 lbs
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161 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the lightweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
19 - 7 - 1, fighting out of Hilo, Crabby Iron!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
14 - 4 - 1, fighting out of New York, Cody Lundin!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Gregory Folan and Dillan Fox.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Iron takes a swing at Lundin's ribcage but misses.
Lundin has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Iron is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Iron connects with a body shot that sends Lundin's belly button to the back.
Iron throws a leg kick but Lundin sees it coming and moves out of range.
Iron misses with a few strikes there.
Lundin changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Iron swings for the body but Lundin moves out of range.
Iron throws a big shot that misses.
Lundin looks to land a left hand but Iron moved out of range nicely.
Iron displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lundin.
Iron feinted there with a counter leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Iron misses.
Lundin checks the leg kick nicely there.
Lundin throws a jab but it's blocked by Iron.
Lundin lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Iron circles away quickly and effectively.
Iron tries to land a leg kick but Lundin saw it coming and moves away.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Iron, as that shot connected.
Iron throws a body punch but Lundin moves out of range.
Iron fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lundin has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lundin misses with a left hand
and Iron counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Crabby Iron is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lundin misses with a low kick.
Iron swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lundin moves away from the strike by Iron.
Lundin unleashes a big counter combination but Iron bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Iron jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lundin feints a counter leg kick.
Iron changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Iron ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Iron misses with a wild body shot.
Lundin clinches up with Iron and pushes him back against the cage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Iron has had enough of the clinch but Lundin keeps him there for the moment.
Lundin lands a body punch in the clinch.
Iron wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Lundin has him pressed against the cage.
Iron doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Iron breaks from the clinch.
Iron is looking to wear down Lundin with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Iron looks to throw the jab but Lundin is out of range.
Lundin uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Iron moves out of range of the body kick from Lundin.
Lundin ducks under a wild hook from Iron.
Jab, jab by Iron - just one landing.
Lundin moves out of range as Iron throws a body kick.
Iron lands with a shot to the body.
Lundin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lundin drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Iron defends it well.
Iron buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lundin tries a head kick but it misses.
Iron closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Lundin will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Iron throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lundin stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A telegraphed right hand from Iron misses the target.
Iron misses with a hook. Lundin ducked under it nicely.
Iron throws a leg kick but Lundin sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Lundin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lundin slips under a jab.
Lundin moves out of range of the body kick from Iron.
Crabby Iron seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lundin tries to clinch but Iron moves out of range.
Iron smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Iron throws a shot from downtown. Lundin moves away and avoids it.
Iron connects with a jab.
Iron looks to throw the jab but Lundin is out of range.
Lundin is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Lundin scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Iron misses with a looping right.
Iron misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lundin.
Lundin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Iron gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Lundin as Iron tries to tie him up.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Iron.
Iron lands a hook that snaps the head of Lundin backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Iron fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Iron.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Crabby Iron dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Iron lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lundin with a poor takedown
and Lundin takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice defenses there by Lundin.
Lundin tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Iron defends well and Lundin ends up having to push Iron into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Lundin throws an off balance right hand
and Iron counters with a stiff right hand.
Iron misses with a body shot
and Lundin counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Iron has a couple of punches blocked by Lundin.
Lundin tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Iron just stands there and leans against the cage.
Crabby Iron has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cody Lundin.
Lundin prevents a body shot from Iron.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Lundin tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Lundin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Iron working aggressively here.
Lundin tries a body shot but Iron blocks it.
Lundin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Iron swings wildly with an uppercut but Lundin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Iron pushes Lundin back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Iron manages to break the clinch.
Iron scores with a hook.
Lundin keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Iron.
Lundin buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Iron tries a low kick but Lundin avoids it.
Iron has closed the distance and engaged Lundin in a clinch.
Iron working aggressively here.
Lundin jumps guard but Iron stands there with Lundin around his waist. Lundin gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Iron lands with a left to the head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lundin is trying to pull guard but Iron turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Lundin takes a shot to the head.
Lundin tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Iron throws a punch but it's blocked by Lundin.
Lundin jumps guard but Iron turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A head punch on the inside from Iron fails to land.
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!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Iron creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Iron tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Iron blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Iron is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lundin can do to turn this around?
Lundin manages to pull guard.
Lundin is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Iron sitting in guard here, content to control.
Iron is pushing down on Lundin's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lundin is fighting to maintain full guard but Iron has managed to sneak the leg through.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Iron is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Lundin wants to control but Iron is keeping busy.
Lundin tries to get to full guard but Iron has control of the leg.
Iron sitting and controlling from the half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Iron'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.
Iron prevents Lundin from improving his position.
Lundin is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Iron pulls his head out easily.
Iron perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Iron trying to pass the guard but Lundin defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Iron sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Lundin trying to hold on to Iron's head to control him but Iron postures up.
Lundin gets full guard.
Lundin is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Iron defends well.
Iron is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Iron trying to control the position from guard on top but Lundin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Iron staying out of range there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Crabby Iron dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
Lundin fails to land with a series of punches.
Lundin throws a leg kick
and Iron counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Iron swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Lundin counters with a one-two to the body.
Lundin steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Iron.
Iron lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lundin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Iron rushes Lundin and presses him up against the cage.
Iron blocks an uppercut.
Crabby Iron has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Iron dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Iron lands a nice uppercut.
Lundin manages to pull guard.
Iron wants to pass the guard but Lundin is keeping the position.
Lundin throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lundin looking to control.
Iron tries to stand but Lundin is controlling from the bottom.
Lundin keeping full guard, as Iron tries to pass.
Lundin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lundin has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Iron is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Lundin.
Lundin looking for a sweep but Iron has passed into full mount! Oh no!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lundin keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Lundin tries to lock up and control but Iron gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Lundin keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Lundin is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Iron wants to control the pace but Lundin is squirming around nicely.
Iron controlling his opponent.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lundin slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Lundin is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Iron pulls his head out easily.
Iron not doing much here.
Lundin wants to improve his position but Iron is controlling well.
Crabby Iron overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lundin is looking to control Iron's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lundin avoid being mounted?
Iron works his way into full mount!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lundin is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Iron tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Lundin is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Iron trying to control but Lundin is having none of it.
Iron sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Crabby Iron clearly takes that round.
That's time! Iron's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Iron throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lundin feints the counter takedown.
Iron gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Iron scores with a shoulder strike.
Lundin jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Iron walks away with a smile on his face. Lundin gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
A leg kick checked by Lundin.
Lundin stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Iron.
Iron keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lundin.
Iron slips a jab from Lundin.
Iron tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lundin tries to counter by closing the distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Iron. Lundin shrugs it off though.
Iron throws a head kick but Lundin moves out of range.
Lundin is looking to clinch.
Iron fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Iron moves into the clinch successfully.
Lundin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Iron lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Iron controlling the action here for a moment.
Lundin is trying to pull guard but Iron has him pressed against the cage.
Lundin blocks a body shot from Iron.
Iron gets through Lundin's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Iron lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Lundin is trying to pull guard but Iron turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Crabby Iron has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cody Lundin.
Iron lands with a right to the head.
Iron is trying to push Lundin away but Lundin has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Iron wants to break free but Lundin has control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A right handed body shot lands from Iron.
Lundin blocks an uppercut.
Lundin is trying to pull guard but Iron turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Lundin jumps guard and drags Iron to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Iron looking to pass the guard.
Iron sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Lundin trying to keep a closed guard but Iron is proving a slippery customer.
Iron 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.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Iron continues to stall.
Lundin looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Iron has picked Lundin up and slammed him! Lundin can't keep hold of the triangle and Iron manages to pass to side control!
Iron is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Lundin tries to bench press Iron off him but Iron keeps the position.
Iron works to advance to full mount. Lundin defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Lundin tries to lock up and control but Iron gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Iron prevents Lundin from getting the reversal.
Iron sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Lundin is in all sorts of trouble here.
Iron looking to control and managing it successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lundin tries to hold on but Iron postures up.
Iron takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lundin tries to control Iron's body but Iron pushes him off. Lundin squirms to his side and now Iron has his back!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Crabby Iron had his way with Cody Lundin in that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
Lundin cracks Iron with a right hand to the side of the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Iron. Lundin does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lundin blocks a leg kick.
Lundin tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A slow jab from Iron misses its intended target.
Iron throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Iron thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jab by Iron.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Iron fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Iron lands with a thumping leg kick.
Crabby Iron is winning the standup battle so far.
Iron dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lundin. That did some damage!
Iron just misses with a punch to the body.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lundin swings for the body but Iron moves out of range.
Lundin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Iron.
Lundin throws out a counter right but Iron avoids it with no problem.
Lundin checks a leg kick.
Lundin wants to clinch up but Iron keeps it at a distance.
Lundin dives in and grabs Iron's left leg, looking for a takedown. Iron pushes down on Lundin's head and hops out.
Iron pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Iron throws a front kick that sends Lundin stumbling back into the cage.
Lundin throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lundin. That's going to slow Iron down.
That kick from Iron tenderised Lundin's leg. Lundin is trying to keep his angry face on.
Iron ducks under a wild hook from Lundin.
Iron is looking for a counter combo.
Cody Lundin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Iron connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lundin's hands.
Iron showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lundin.
Iron scores with a decent looking hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Iron scores with a nice head shot.
Iron lands with a cross.
Lundin is rocked!
Lundin's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Iron takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Lundin takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Iron scores with a body shot.
Iron gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Lundin is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lundin throws a big right hand that misses.
Lundin is working Iron over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Lundin drops back, looking for a kneebar! Iron looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Iron looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Iron!
Iron content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Lundin tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Iron wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lundin gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Iron content just to control the position here.
Lundin can't escape the position.
Iron sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Lundin is in all sorts of trouble here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Crabby Iron showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Iron has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 50:45
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 50:45
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Crabby Iron!
Crabby Iron retains his lightweight title!
Crabby Iron bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Thor Berserk (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Gotard Krasnodebski (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Gotard Krasnodebski has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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164 lbs
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World class boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
27 - 13 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Thor Berserk!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
31 - 8 - 1, fighting out of London, Gotard Krasnodebski!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Dillan Fox and Ian Loll.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Krasnodebski waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Berserk.
Krasnodebski has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Berserk is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Krasnodebski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Berserk moves out of range of the leg kick from Krasnodebski.
Berserk tries to counter by clinching up but Krasnodebski breaks away and moves out of range.
Berserk tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Krasnodebski paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Krasnodebski appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Krasnodebski lands a nice looking body shot.
Berserk lands with a thumping leg kick.
Krasnodebski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Berserk.
Krasnodebski misses with a looping right.
Krasnodebski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Krasnodebski moves into the clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Berserk tries to work over Krasnodebski's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Krasnodebski struggles to land a body shot inside as Berserk controls his hands.
Krasnodebski swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Berserk misses with a short punch on the inside.
Berserk gets through Krasnodebski's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Krasnodebski.
Krasnodebski wants to stall.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Krasnodebski throws a head punch that misses.
Krasnodebski lands with a left to the head.
Krasnodebski struggles to land a body shot inside as Berserk controls his hands.
Berserk holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Krasnodebski lands a body shot in the clinch.
Berserk blocks a body shot from Krasnodebski.
Berserk's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Krasnodebski lands with a short shot to the head.
Krasnodebski tries to throw a body punch but Berserk avoids it by throwing Krasnodebski back against the cage.
Berserk throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Berserk is trying to pull guard but Krasnodebski turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Krasnodebski - that landed with a thud.
A left hand lands to the body for Berserk.
I was talking to Berserk's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Krasnodebski creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Berserk is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Krasnodebski is keeping busy.
Berserk blocking some punches.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Krasnodebski throws a punch but it's blocked by Berserk.
Berserk will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Krasnodebski up against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Berserk.
Krasnodebski effectively controlling the action here.
Krasnodebski lands a right hand that snaps the head of Berserk backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Krasnodebski blocks an uppercut.
Berserk tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Berserk misses with a short punch on the inside.
Berserk blocks an uppercut.
Berserk struggles to land a body shot inside as Krasnodebski controls his hands.
Berserk goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Krasnodebski takes a shot to the head.
Berserk misses with the head strike.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Berserk takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Krasnodebski struggles to land a body shot inside as Berserk controls his hands.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Krasnodebski trying to control the position but instead, Berserk has worked for underhooks and has pushed Krasnodebski into the cage.
Berserk fails to pull guard.
Krasnodebski lands a nice shot to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Krasnodebski.
Krasnodebski working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Krasnodebski misses with a body punch.
Berserk working aggressively here.
Krasnodebski can't find room to land a body shot as Berserk controls the action.
A short right from Berserk.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Berserk.
Krasnodebski gets through Berserk's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Berserk misses with a punch on the inside.
Berserk jumps guard but Krasnodebski stands there with Berserk around his waist. Berserk gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thor Berserk. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Berserk tries to throw a body punch but Krasnodebski avoids it by throwing Berserk back against the cage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Krasnodebski taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
The referee calls for Krasnodebski to work.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Krasnodebski.
Krasnodebski misses with a punch to the body.
Krasnodebski misses with some punches.
Krasnodebski tries a body shot but Berserk blocks it.
Come on Berserk - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Krasnodebski working aggressively here.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Krasnodebski misses with a punch to the body.
Berserk prevents a body shot from Krasnodebski.
Krasnodebski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Berserk tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Krasnodebski just stands there and leans against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Krasnodebski blocking some punches.
Krasnodebski misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gotard Krasnodebski dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Berserk takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Krasnodebski has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Krasnodebski scores with a leg kick.
Berserk throws a leg kick
and Krasnodebski counters with a nice body kick.
Krasnodebski tries to land a leg kick but Berserk saw it coming and moves away.
Gotard Krasnodebski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Krasnodebski swings for the body but Berserk moves out of range.
Krasnodebski looks to score with a jab to the body but Berserk is just out of range.
Krasnodebski throws out a loose jab but Berserk uses good head movement to avoid it.
Krasnodebski shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Krasnodebski is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Berserk rather than just go for the knockout.
Berserk misses with a body kick.
Berserk is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Berserk throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Krasnodebski stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Krasnodebski connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Krasnodebski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Berserk was well out of range. Poor timing from Krasnodebski.
Berserk was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Krasnodebski clobbers Berserk with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Berserk uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Krasnodebski.
Berserk takes a kick to the side of the head.
Berserk avoids the head kick by Krasnodebski.
Krasnodebski throws a leg kick
and Berserk counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The fight stays on the outside here - Berserk looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Berserk attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Berserk misses with a body shot.
Berserk tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Krasnodebski manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Berserk moves into the clinch.
Berserk blocking some punches.
A short left from Berserk.
Berserk throws a punch but it's blocked by Krasnodebski.
Krasnodebski scores with a shoulder strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Krasnodebski.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Berserk working aggressively here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Krasnodebski misses with the head strike.
Berserk goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Berserk successfully pulls guard.
Berserk trying to keep a closed guard but Krasnodebski is proving a slippery customer.
Berserk looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Krasnodebski passes into half guard.
Krasnodebski is trying to control the action in half guard but Berserk is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Krasnodebski is looking for a kimura but Berserk is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Krasnodebski to get the leverage.
Krasnodebski is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Berserk sees it coming and defends easily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Krasnodebski is looking for a kimura here.
Berserk has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Krasnodebski is working away from the top position though.
Krasnodebski tries to pass the half guard into mount. Berserk knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Krasnodebski looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Berserk tries to roll over but Krasnodebski keeps him under control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Berserk looking for submissions off his back.
Berserk trying to control from the bottom.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Krasnodebski wants to control but Berserk is keeping him busy.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gotard Krasnodebski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Krasnodebski throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Krasnodebski circles away from the clinch attempt
and Berserk takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Berserk tries to clinch there but Krasnodebski circles away.
Krasnodebski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Krasnodebski was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Berserk lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Berserk uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Krasnodebski.
Gotard Krasnodebski seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Krasnodebski gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Berserk takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Berserk is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krasnodebski struggles to land a body shot inside as Berserk controls his hands.
Berserk is looking to control Krasnodebski's arms but Krasnodebski gets an underhook and turns him. Now Berserk has his back to the cage.
Berserk scores with a shot to the side of Krasnodebski's head.
Berserk is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Berserk misses with a hook from the clinch.
Berserk slowing the pace effectively.
Berserk is trying to stall.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Thor Berserk.
Berserk checks a low kick from Krasnodebski.
Krasnodebski scores with a nice head shot.
Krasnodebski throws a shot from downtown. Berserk moves away and avoids it.
Krasnodebski misses with a left hand
and Berserk counters with a nice body shot.
Krasnodebski ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Krasnodebski connects with a solid leg kick.
Berserk ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Krasnodebski moves away.
Krasnodebski misses with a hook
and Berserk counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Berserk lands with a shot to the body.
Berserk misses with an attempted mid kick.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Berserk swings for the body but Krasnodebski moves out of range.
Krasnodebski cracks Berserk with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Berserk has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Krasnodebski.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Berserk takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Berserk fakes the leg kick and cracks Krasnodebski in the body.
Berserk misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Krasnodebski.
Krasnodebski tries to work over Berserk's front leg with a kick but Berserk checks it.
Berserk seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Berserk lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Krasnodebski moves into the clinch successfully.
Krasnodebski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Berserk stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
A hook to the body from Krasnodebski.
Berserk blocks an uppercut.
Berserk displaying some good clinch control by pressing Krasnodebski up against the cage.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Berserk misses with a short punch on the inside.
Krasnodebski makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Krasnodebski misses with a knee strike.
Krasnodebski takes a shot to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Krasnodebski.
A head punch on the inside from Krasnodebski fails to land.
Come on Berserk - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Berserk misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Krasnodebski lands a left hand.
Berserk tries to pull guard but Krasnodebski won't allow it.
Krasnodebski misses with a hook from the clinch.
Berserk is trying to pull guard but Krasnodebski turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Berserk tries to pull guard but Krasnodebski won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thor Berserk. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Krasnodebski lands a hook to the side of the head.
Berserk works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Berserk misses with a punch to the body.
Krasnodebski tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Berserk's elbow.
Berserk has Krasnodebski pushed against the cage.
Krasnodebski misses with a hook to the ribs.
Berserk is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Krasnodebski is keeping busy.
Berserk tries to throw a body punch but Krasnodebski avoids it by throwing Berserk back against the cage.
Berserk's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Krasnodebski scores with an uppercut up the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Krasnodebski tries a knee to the head but Berserk blocks it.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Krasnodebski blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Krasnodebski fails to land.
Berserk works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Berserk gets control of Krasnodebski's arms and successfully pulls guard. Berserk will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Berserk seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gotard Krasnodebski really dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Berserk throws the kick towards the body but Krasnodebski avoids it.
Krasnodebski with a nice cross.
Berserk misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Krasnodebski.
Krasnodebski has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A head kick misses from Krasnodebski.
Berserk throws a body punch but Krasnodebski moves out of range.
Krasnodebski attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Berserk takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Krasnodebski takes a swing at Berserk's ribcage but misses.
Krasnodebski swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Berserk moves into the clinch.
Berserk lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krasnodebski working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Come on Krasnodebski - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Berserk misses with a hook to the ribs.
Berserk blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Krasnodebski as Berserk tries to tie him up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Berserk tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Krasnodebski's elbow.
Krasnodebski blocking some punches.
Berserk lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Berserk misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Krasnodebski.
Berserk blocks a body shot from Krasnodebski.
Berserk is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Krasnodebski blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Krasnodebski is trying to maintain a safe position but Berserk gets an underhook and turns Krasnodebski into the cage.
Krasnodebski working aggressively here.
Krasnodebski lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Berserk is trying to maintain a safe position but Krasnodebski gets an underhook and turns Berserk into the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Berserk takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Krasnodebski lands a right hand that snaps the head of Berserk backwards.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Berserk tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Krasnodebski just stands there and leans against the cage.
Berserk pulls Krasnodebski into guard.
Krasnodebski wants to pass the guard but Berserk is keeping the position.
Krasnodebski trying to control the position from guard on top but Berserk is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Berserk trying to control the position.
Krasnodebski passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Berserk is trying to control Krasnodebski's posture but Krasnodebski avoids it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Krasnodebski wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Berserk, who protects the arm well.
Berserk wants to control but Krasnodebski postures up.
Berserk trying to control but Krasnodebski flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Will Krasnodebski go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Krasnodebski has the hooks in. Berserk is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Krasnodebski looking to break Berserk's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Berserk remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Krasnodebski will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Berserk staying busy and making it hard for Krasnodebski to control.
Berserk wants to escape the position.
Krasnodebski doesn't have the hooks in and Berserk manages to turn into his guard.
Berserk avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Krasnodebski keeping moving, preventing Berserk from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Berserk stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Krasnodebski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Gotard Krasnodebski will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
Berserk takes a swing at Krasnodebski's ribcage but misses.
Krasnodebski smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Krasnodebski lands an overhand right.
Krasnodebski attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Krasnodebski darts in and clinches Berserk up against the cage.
Berserk taking a breather.
A short right from Berserk on the inside.
Krasnodebski wants to stall.
A nice right hand lands inside from Krasnodebski.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Berserk swings wildly with an uppercut but Krasnodebski uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Krasnodebski.
Krasnodebski blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Krasnodebski.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Krasnodebski prevents a body shot from Berserk.
Berserk is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Berserk can't find room to land a body shot as Krasnodebski controls the action.
A nice left hand lands by Berserk.
Krasnodebski cracks Berserk with a nice body shot.
Krasnodebski throws a head punch that misses.
Krasnodebski misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Krasnodebski fails to land.
Krasnodebski misses with a hook to the ribs.
Krasnodebski lands an uppercut.
Berserk lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Krasnodebski lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Berserk tries to work over Krasnodebski's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Krasnodebski lands a body shot.
Berserk gets through Krasnodebski's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Berserk lands a body punch in the clinch.
Thor Berserk has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Krasnodebski can't find room to land a body shot as Berserk controls the action.
Berserk leaning against his opponent.
Berserk working aggressively here.
Krasnodebski lands a right hand that snaps the head of Berserk backwards.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Krasnodebski lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Berserk lands a right hand that snaps the head of Krasnodebski backwards.
Krasnodebski lands a hook that snaps the head of Berserk backwards.
Gotard Krasnodebski seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Krasnodebski struggles to land a body shot inside as Berserk controls his hands.
Krasnodebski lands a body punch.
Krasnodebski tries to land a knee to the head but Berserk blocks with his arms.
Berserk wants to stall.
Krasnodebski misses with a hook from the clinch.
Krasnodebski taking a breather.
Berserk throws a punch but it's blocked by Krasnodebski.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Krasnodebski misses with a short punch on the inside.
Krasnodebski lands a left hand.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Berserk fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Berserk lands a body shot.
Berserk misses with some punches.
Krasnodebski working aggressively here.
Berserk lands with a light punch inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Berserk.
Berserk jumps guard.
Krasnodebski wants to pass the guard but Berserk is keeping the position.
Berserk trying to control the position.
Krasnodebski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Berserk swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Berserk is looking for a triangle but Krasnodebski pushes his legs off easily.
Berserk looking for a guillotine here but Krasnodebski defends easily.
Berserk throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Gotard Krasnodebski.
Well Krasnodebski has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 45:50
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 45:50
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 45:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gotard Krasnodebski!
Our winner, Gotard Krasnodebski, 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.
Thor Berserk spoke after the fight, saying 'I am better then this.'.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Kelemi Seia (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Pavel Dubrov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Seia comes to the cage accompanied by The Offspring - All i Want. Pavel Dubrov told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!
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210 lbs
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Insanely flexible |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
27 - 12 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Kelemi Seia!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
16 - 8 - 0, fighting out of New York, Pavel Dubrov!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Yves DeLean and Steve Smith.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Seia walks into a left hand.
Seia thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've been told by Seia's head coaches at Kebab House that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Dubrov cracks Seia with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Dubrov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Dubrov throws a right hand that misses
and Seia counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
It looks like Pavel Dubrov has been cut.
Seia works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Seia misses with a left hand
letting Dubrov counter with a right hand.
Seia motions for Dubrov to come forward. Seia throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A big left from Dubrov misses.
Seia walks into a stiff left hand from Dubrov.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dubrov misses with an uppercut. Seia saw that one coming.
A lazy body kick from Dubrov
and Seia counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dubrov has Seia up against the cage in a clinch.
Dubrov misses with a punch to the body.
Seia lands with a left to the head.
Dubrov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Seia blocks it with crossed arms.
Seia blocks a body shot from Dubrov.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Seia lands a right hand.
Seia lands a left hand.
Dubrov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Seia.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Seia creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Seia.
Dubrov gets through Seia's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Dubrov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Dubrov working aggressively here.
Dubrov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dubrov.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Seia is trying to break the clinch but Dubrov has him pressed against the cage.
Seia gets through Dubrov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A right hand to the body from Seia.
Seia lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dubrov backwards.
Seia misses with a body punch.
Seia working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Seia blocking some punches.
Seia cracks Dubrov with a nice body shot.
Dubrov misses with a knee strike.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Seia misses with some punches.
Seia managing to block the knees to the body from Dubrov.
Dubrov lands a nice uppercut.
Seia being controlled against the cage.
Seia lands a shot to the body.
Dubrov wants a takedown.
Seia tries a body shot but Dubrov blocks it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Seia creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Seia.
Seia goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dubrov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Seia has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Dubrov wants to stall.
Nice body punch from Seia - that landed with a thud.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dubrov.
Seia digs a right hand underneath Dubrov's ribcage. Dubrov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Dubrov looks winded!
Seia tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dubrov's elbow.
Dubrov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Seia gets through Dubrov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dubrov trying to control the position but instead, Seia has worked for underhooks and has pushed Dubrov into the cage.
Nice body punch from Seia - that landed with a thud.
Nice body punch from Seia - that landed with a thud.
Seia lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Dubrov or not.
Seia lands a body punch in the clinch.
Seia throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dubrovs head.
That has opened up Pavel Dubrov's cut even more.
Seia working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Seia swings wildly with an uppercut but Dubrov uses good head movement to avoid it.
A body shot lands from Seia.
A shot in the inside from Seia.
Seia misses with some punches.
Dubrov misses with some punches.
Seia lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Dubrov takes a shot to the head.
Dubrov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Seia throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dubrovs head.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Seia lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dubrov tries for a takedown but Seia manages to get underhooks.
Seia misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dubrov blocks a body shot from Seia.
Seia tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Seia lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Dubrov misses with a body punch.
Seia misses with some punches.
Seia breaks the clinch.
Seia throws a jab when Dubrov was well out of range.
Seia thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Dubrov if he has to take too many more of those.
Seia moves out of range of the leg kick from Dubrov.
Seia circles away from the clinch attempt
and Seia counters with a solid body kick.
Pavel Dubrov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dubrov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Seia can pounce on him.
Dubrov throws a head kick but Seia moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kelemi Seia dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Pavel Dubrov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Seia avoids a kick to the body.
Dubrov throws an off balance right hand
and Seia counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dubrov throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Seia ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A combination from Dubrov does no damage.
Seia is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dubrov can do to turn this around?
Seia blocks a jab.
Dubrov throws a combination that misses
and Seia counters with a straight right hand.
The cut above Pavel Dubrov's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Seia cracks Dubrov with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Dubrov looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Seia finish him?
Dubrov is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nice body kick from Seia.
Dubrov is still on wobbly legs! Can Seia finish him?
Dubrov throws a combination that misses
and Seia counters with a right hand from hell and Dubrov is out cold! A vicious knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kelemi Seia!
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Pluto Palhares (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kisuke Urahara (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Palhares kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is TOQUINHO. Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!
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World class boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
44 - 11 - 1, fighting out of Los Angeles, Pluto Palhares!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
20 - 12 - 2, fighting out of Tokyo, Kisuke Urahara!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Gregory Folan and William Peck.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A solid body kick from Urahara.
A telegraphed right hand from Palhares misses the target.
Palhares throws a half hearted mid kick.
Palhares checks a leg kick nicely.
Urahara throws a head kick that Palhares semi-blocks.
Palhares checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A big right from Palhares misses.
Palhares lands with a thumping leg kick.
A punch lands to the side of Palhares 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A telegraphed right hand from Palhares misses the target.
Urahara darts in looking for a takedown but Palhares gets double underhooks and turns Urahara into the cage.
Urahara steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Palhares. That one must have hurt.
Palhares connects with a solid leg kick.
Urahara throws a big shot that misses.
Palhares lands a slapping body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Urahara tries to clinch but Palhares is having none of it.
Palhares throws a nice outside leg kick.
Palhares staying out of range there.
Urahara checks a leg kick.
Urahara takes one on the chin but seems OK.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Palhares scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Palhares feints and then cracks Urahara's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Urahara down.
Palhares takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Pluto Palhares is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Palhares connects with a jab.
Palhares moves forwards but Urahara connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Urahara throws a head kick but Palhares moves out of range.
Urahara throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Urahara closes the distance looking to clinch
and Palhares counters with a nice body shot.
Palhares connects with the punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Palhares uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Urahara.
Palhares staying out of range there.
Palhares thumps Urahara with a low kick.
Urahara throws a head kick that misses.
Urahara uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Palhares.
Palhares takes a swing at Urahara's ribcage but misses.
Urahara avoids the body shot from Palhares.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Palhares keeps the fight on the outside.
Urahara misses with a leg kick
and Palhares counters with an outside leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Palhares.
Palhares connects with an inside leg kick.
Urahara bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Palhares takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Urahara takes one on the button.
Palhares goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Urahara with the counter takedown but Palhares avoids it easily.
Urahara misses with a double jab.
Palhares is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Urahara.
Palhares getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Urahara misses with a head kick.
Palhares lands a leg kick that knocks Urahara off balance momentarily.
Palhares chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Palhares shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Urahara's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Palhares throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Palhares ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Palhares displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Urahara throws out the jab.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Urahara tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Urahara takes a kick to the side of the head.
Urahara throws a right hand that misses
and Palhares makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Urahara checks a low kick from Palhares.
Palhares throws a leg kick that misses.
Urahara moves away from the strike by Palhares.
Urahara now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Nice jab there from Palhares.
Urahara fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Urahara takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Palhares takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Urahara drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Palhares not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Urahara thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Urahara stays in close to Palhares's body and controls the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Palhares is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Palhares is trying to keep Urahara in close.
Palhares seems keen to control Urahara's posture.
Urahara working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Palhares looking to control.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Urahara trying to control but Palhares is working from the bottom.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
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.
Pluto Palhares dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Palhares throws a wild body kick that Urahara sees coming a mile off.
Urahara swinging wildly here.
Palhares with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Urahara to score with a decent uppercut.
Urahara misses with a head kick.
Palhares throws a quick inside leg kick.
It looks like Palhares has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Palhares misses the jab.
Palhares scores with a jab. Urahara acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Nice sprawl there from Palhares as Urahara shoots in.
Palhares misses with a body shot.
Kisuke Urahara seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Urahara lands a jab to Palhares's midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Urahara throws a sloppy head kick
and Urahara takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Urahara shoots in but Palhares avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Urahara throws a sloppy head kick and Palhares moves out of range easily.
Palhares throwing a counter right hand but Urahara manages to avoid it.
Urahara takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Good work by Urahara as he checks the leg kick.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A looping hook to the body misses from Palhares. Urahara does a little dance to reset his feet.
Palhares throws a solid leg kick but Urahara takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Palhares.
Urahara throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Palhares.
Urahara gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Palhares makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Pluto Palhares has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kisuke Urahara.
Palhares buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Palhares throws a right hand that Urahara ducks under and follows up with a left that Urahara also avoids with ease.
Palhares avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Palhares half committed to a counter leg kick.
Urahara misses with a two punch combination.
Urahara is looking to chop away at Palhares's legs.
A nice inside leg kick there by Palhares. That's going to slow Urahara down.
Urahara misses with a wild body shot.
Urahara just misses with a punch to the body.
Good exchange - Palhares coming out on top.
Urahara misses with a wild body shot.
Palhares moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A nice combination there by Urahara.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Urahara misses with an uppercut. Palhares saw that one coming.
Palhares has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
A looping hook to the body misses from Urahara. Palhares does a little dance to reset his feet.
Palhares is looking to counter with a body kick.
Urahara takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Palhares looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Urahara has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Palhares finds it's way round the side to connect with Urahara's head.
Urahara throws a jab but it's blocked by Palhares.
Urahara bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Palhares's head.
Urahara swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Palhares lands a nice looking body shot.
Urahara tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Palhares manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Urahara throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Urahara has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Palhares.
Some wild striking there from Urahara.
Palhares slips a jab and a cross from Urahara.
Palhares swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Urahara.
Urahara ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Urahara moves away from the strike by Palhares.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Urahara throws a leg kick
and Palhares counters with a low kick, right behind Urahara 's knee.
Urahara misses with a takedown attempt - Palhares sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Urahara throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A jab from Palhares misses.
Urahara throws out a counter right but Palhares avoids it with no problem.
Palhares tries a low kick but Urahara avoids it.
Palhares does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Urahara tried to score with a low kick but Palhares checks it.
Urahara throws a one two combo.
Palhares throws out a leg kick but Urahara moves out of range and Palhares only half commits.
Urahara doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Palhares throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Urahara gets a takedown into half guard.
Palhares is doing well to control the position and prevent Urahara from advancing to side control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Palhares is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Urahara pulls his head out easily.
Urahara scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Urahara trying to control from half guard but Palhares is working away.
Palhares is looking for a sweep. Urahara is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Urahara wants to control but Palhares is keeping him busy.
Urahara might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Palhares haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Urahara wants to work for an arm triangle but Palhares is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Urahara content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Kisuke Urahara will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action!
Urahara uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Palhares.
Urahara on the wrong end of a nice jab.
A slow jab from Palhares misses its intended target.
Palhares tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Urahara was well out of range. Poor timing from Palhares.
Urahara fails to land with a series of punches.
Palhares checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Urahara misses with a jab, cross combination.
Palhares connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Palhares misses with an uppercut. Urahara saw that one coming.
Palhares misses with an uppercut. Urahara saw that one coming.
Palhares lands a body shot.
Urahara throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Palhares sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Urahara stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Urahara looks for the body kick but Palhares saw that one coming.
It appears Palhares was looking to counter with a kick there.
Urahara throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Urahara blocks a jab.
Urahara connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Urahara thuds a left hand into Palhares's body.
Urahara checks a leg kick.
Urahara throws a hook to the side of Palhares's head but Palhares sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Urahara lands with an uppercut that bounces Palhares off the cage and back into range.
Nice takedown defense from Palhares. No joy for Urahara on that attempt.
Palhares misses with a body kick.
Urahara checks a leg kick.
Palhares avoids a punch combination nicely.
Urahara throws a head kick but Palhares moves out of range.
Palhares punishes Urahara's body with a nice straight punch.
Palhares throws a head kick that half lands.
Urahara shoots in but no luck this time.
Urahara takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A head kick misses from Urahara.
Urahara tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A good leg kick by Palhares.
Palhares misses with a low kick.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Palhares throws a head kick that misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Urahara stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Palhares.
Nice uppercut there from Palhares.
That kick from Palhares tenderised Urahara's leg. Urahara is trying to keep his angry face on.
Palhares lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Palhares feints and then cracks Urahara's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Urahara down.
Palhares throws a front kick aimed at Urahara's knee but Urahara avoids it well.
Palhares scores with a leg kick.
Palhares connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Urahara momentarily.
Palhares on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Palhares throws a chopping leg kick but Urahara manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Urahara dodges the punch combination from Palhares.
Palhares moves out of range as Urahara throws a body kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Palhares misses its target.
Urahara misses with a body kick.
Urahara throws a nice head kick!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Urahara throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Palhares swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Palhares tries to score with a low kick but Urahara moves his leg out of the way.
Urahara shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Palhares throws a big counter combination but Urahara scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Pluto Palhares has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kisuke Urahara.
A big right from Palhares misses.
Palhares lands a leg kick that knocks Urahara off balance momentarily.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Palhares.
Palhares throws a head kick but Urahara moves out of range.
Urahara throws a low kick but Palhares avoids it.
Palhares quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Palhares, right into the meat.
Urahara throws a right and a left that both miss.
Palhares scores with a crisp jab that stopped Urahara in his tracks.
Palhares moves out of range of the leg kick from Urahara.
Urahara throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Palhares fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Urahara.
A big right from Palhares misses.
Pluto Palhares is winning the standup battle so far.
Palhares throws a jab but it's blocked by Urahara.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Palhares swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Urahara misses with a two punch combination.
Palhares connects with a body shot that sends Urahara's belly button to the back.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Urahara throws a hook but Palhares blocks it.
Palhares lands a jab to the head.
Palhares lands a nice hook to Urahara's body. Urahara takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Palhares scores with a leg kick.
Urahara wants to slow Palhares down by chopping away at his legs.
Palhares throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Palhares lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A jab from Palhares misses.
Palhares lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Urahara changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Palhares tries to avoid it but Urahara manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Palhares to the ground. Palhares escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Urahara throws a looping overhand right but Palhares ducks down to avoid it.
Urahara is trying hard to land a takedown here. Palhares sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Palhares avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pluto Palhares clearly takes that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
Palhares throws a nice inside leg kick.
Palhares finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Urahara scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Urahara keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Urahara! But no joy.
Urahara throws a sloppy head kick and Palhares moves out of range easily.
The fighters circle momentarily. Palhares darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Palhares stuffs the takedown attempt from Urahara. Urahara gets slowly back to his feet.
Palhares scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A combination from Palhares does no damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick misses from Palhares.
Urahara misses with a looping right.
Urahara throws a low kick but it's checked well by Palhares.
Palhares is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Urahara can do to turn this around?
Urahara loads up on a big right hand but Palhares slips the punch.
Palhares goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Palhares keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Palhares scores with a jab to the jaw.
Palhares dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Palhares keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Urahara.
Urahara scores with a head kick.
Palhares lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Urahara throws a nice outside leg kick.
Urahara will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Palhares fires out a quick counter leg kick but Urahara just manages to avoid it.
Palhares lands with a nice body punch.
Palhares looks to land a left hand but Urahara moved out of range nicely.
Urahara fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Palhares manages to avoid it.
Palhares was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Urahara looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Urahara has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Palhares walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Urahara checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Urahara throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Palhares thumps Urahara with a low kick.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Palhares throws a front kick aimed at Urahara's knee but Urahara avoids it well.
Urahara pulls out of a head kick attempt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Urahara on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Horrible takedown attempt by Urahara or perhaps it was just good defense by Palhares, which made it look bad.
Palhares fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Urahara misses with a leg kick
and Palhares connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Urahara on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Palhares. Palhares obviously looking to wear him down.
Urahara shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Palhares as he avoids it easily.
Palhares fires out a quick counter leg kick but Urahara just manages to avoid it.
Pluto Palhares has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kisuke Urahara.
Urahara throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Palhares.
Urahara is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Urahara throws an overhand right that lands on Palhares's shoulder, as Palhares tries to avoid the shot.
Palhares throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
A punch lands to the side of Urahara 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Palhares throws a push kick but Urahara slaps the foot to one side.
Urahara wants to counter the offense by Palhares and move into the clinch position.
Urahara shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Urahara darts in looking for a takedown but Palhares gets double underhooks and turns Urahara into the cage.
Urahara with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Palhares to score with a decent uppercut.
Urahara takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Palhares moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Palhares uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Urahara.
Palhares throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Palhares scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Urahara pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Palhares swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nice shot lands for Palhares.
Urahara lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Urahara dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Good leg kick by Palhares there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Palhares, as that shot connected.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Urahara slips under a jab.
Palhares scores with a spinning back kick!
Urahara shoots in for a takedown but Palhares shows good takedown defense.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Urahara throws a hook to the side of Palhares's head but Palhares sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Donk. Palhares catches Urahara right on the button with a cross.
Palhares throws a nice outside leg kick.
Palhares is looking to score with low kicks.
Urahara connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Urahara throws a lazy right hand but Palhares sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Palhares throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Urahara sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Palhares takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Palhares connects with a leg kick. Urahara looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Urahara chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Palhares can pounce on him.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Urahara checks a leg kick.
Palhares throws a leg kick but Urahara moved away.
Palhares ducks right into an uppercut from Urahara.
Palhares will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Urahara looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Palhares is fending him off so far but Urahara persists. Nope, Palhares circles away and we're back to standing.
Urahara keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pluto Palhares had his way with Kisuke Urahara in that round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
Urahara throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Urahara closes this distance looking for a takedown but Palhares circles away.
As Urahara backs away, Palhares returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Palhares with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Urahara fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Palhares sprawls well initially but Urahara persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Urahara lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Palhares tries to roll over but Urahara keeps him under control.
Palhares moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Urahara is looking to pass into half guard but Palhares pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Palhares is in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Urahara throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Palhares lands a couple of decent looking shots.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Urahara isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Palhares stacks Urahara on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Palhares!
Palhares wants to take a breather but Urahara manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Palhares.
Palhares wants to pass the guard but Urahara is keeping the position.
Palhares is stalling in the full guard.
Kisuke Urahara has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Palhares trying to control but Urahara is working from the bottom.
Palhares throwing strikes from guard but Urahara blocks nicely.
Palhares trying to control but Urahara is working from the bottom.
Palhares throwing strikes but missing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Urahara preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Urahara has his foot on Palhares's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Palhares works his way back into a safe position though.
Palhares forces his way into half guard.
Urahara is refusing to be controlled, as Palhares sits in half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Urahara regains full guard. Nicely done.
Palhares trying to control but Urahara is working from the bottom.
Palhares landing with the ground and pound.
Palhares stays in close to Urahara's body and controls the position.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Urahara changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Palhares tries to avoid it but Urahara manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Palhares to the ground. Palhares escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Urahara throws a head kick that misses
and Palhares counters with a nice body shot.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Palhares motions for Urahara to come forward. Palhares throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Palhares fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Urahara checks it well.
Urahara shoots in looking for a takedown. Palhares tries to sprawl out of it but Urahara keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Palhares manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And that's the end of the fight!
Pluto Palhares showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Palhares has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 50:46
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 49:46
Judge William Peck scores the fight 50:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pluto Palhares!
A victorious Pluto Palhares thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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