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CFC 377: 3 Titles! PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between James Harbor (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Leonel Lutsky (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Lutsky has chosen Drop the world as his entrance music. Man, I cannot wait for this one!
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193 lbs
20 - 20 - 1 |
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188 cm
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192 lbs
31 - 15 - 0 |
Great wrestler
Excellent boxer
Insanely flexible |
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World class MT
Good gas tank |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
20 - 20 - 1, fighting out of Las Vegas, James Harbor!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
31 - 15 - 0, fighting out of London, Leonel Lutsky!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Ian Loll and Trevor Gratis.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
No joy there for Harbor, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Harbor cracks a nice hook into Lutsky's ribs.
Lutsky uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Harbor.
Lutsky feints the counter takedown.
Lutsky has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Lutsky avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lutsky is trying to counter with his kicks.
Lutsky throws a hook to the side of Harbor's head but Harbor sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Harbor slips a straight right by Lutsky.
Decent striking displayed by Harbor there.
Lutsky walks into a jab.
Harbor ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Harbor shoots in for a double leg but Lutsky sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
And Lutsky tries to counter it with a takedown but Harbor pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Jab by Lutsky.
Harbor moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lutsky walks into a straight right hand from Harbor.
Lutsky tries to clinch up but Harbor circles away and keeps his distance.
Harbor feinted with a counter takedown.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lutsky darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lutsky delivers a nice body kick.
Harbor cracks Lutsky with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Harbor looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lutsky scores with a hook to the body. Harbor takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Harbor takes a swing at Lutsky's ribcage but misses.
Harbor throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lutsky.
Harbor ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lutsky moves away.
Harbor keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lutsky.
Lutsky lands with a nice body punch.
Harbor shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Harbor closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Lutsky's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lutsky tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lutsky is pulling down on Harbor's head. It's preventing any offense from Harbor, at least for the moment.
Harbor slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lutsky taking a bit of punishment here - Harbor scoring with strikes.
Harbor has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Lutsky controls the position for a moment.
Harbor is looking to take a break and control but Lutsky is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Harbor cracks Lutsky with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Lutsky is trying to control Harbor's posture but Harbor avoids it.
Harbor controlling the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lutsky tries to buck Harbor off but Harbor is having none of it.
Lutsky is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Harbor is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Harbor can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lutsky is looking to escape.
Lutsky is looking to improve his position but Harbor isn't that keen on the idea.
The referee warns Lutsky that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Harbor scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Lutsky?
The referee warns Lutsky that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lutsky is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Lutsky is working to get back to half guard.
Lutsky manages to regain half guard. Good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lutsky is not content to let Harbor control the position.
Harbor trying to mount his opponent but Lutsky defends it.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Harbor prevents Lutsky from standing back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Harbor thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Lutsky's head.
Lutsky is controlling Harbor's trapped leg to prevent Harbor from advancing to side control.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
James Harbor dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Lutsky dodges the punch combination from Harbor.
Lutsky throws a big shot that misses.
Harbor throws a good cross that connects.
Lutsky connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Harbor misses with a right hand
and Lutsky counters with a big head kick but Harbor shrugs it off.
Lutsky tries to clinch but Harbor is having none of it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lutsky.
Lutsky jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lutsky is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Harbor.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harbor looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Lutsky is fending him off so far but Harbor persists. Nope, Lutsky circles away and we're back to standing.
Harbor gets the takedown into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lutsky is not content to let Harbor control the position.
Harbor passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Lutsky!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lutsky wants to control but Harbor is having none of it.
Harbor lands a big shot there that rocks Lutsky but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Lutsky tries to lock up and control but Harbor gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
A nice elbow there by Harbor.
Harbor lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Lutsky tries to hold on but Harbor pushes him away.
James Harbor overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lutsky manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Harbor wants to take a breather but Lutsky is having none of it.
Lutsky is looking to control Harbor's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lutsky avoid being mounted?
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Harbor thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Lutsky's head.
Harbor wants to take a breather but Lutsky is having none of it.
Harbor is thwarting Lutsky's attempts to control the position.
Lutsky is trying is best to control the position here.
Lutsky trying to hold on to Harbor's head to control him but Harbor postures up.
Harbor working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lutsky manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Harbor wants to control from the top but Lutsky keeps moving.
Harbor is really struggling to control Lutsky but he's trying to hold on to the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Harbor makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Lutsky pulls Harbor in close to prevent any damage.
Lutsky trying to keep a closed guard but Harbor is proving a slippery customer.
Lutsky utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Lutsky throws a head kick that misses.
Harbor changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Lutsky tries to clinch up but Harbor circles away and keeps his distance.
Lutsky drops his hands momentarily and Harbor takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Lutsky uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Harbor.
Lutsky with the counter takedown but Harbor avoids it easily.
Lutsky scores with a head kick.
Harbor takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Leonel Lutsky seems to be getting the better of the standup.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Harbor decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Harbor is keen to just control but Lutsky is a slippery customer.
Lutsky trying to control here.
Lutsky wants to improve his position but Harbor is controlling well.
Harbor thows a huge punch but Lutsky dodges it nicely.
Harbor is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lutsky can do to turn this around?
Harbor is looking to advance position but Lutsky won't allow it.
Harbor takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Harbor is trying to control. Lutsky wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Lutsky keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
James Harbor 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!
Lutsky jabs Harbor to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Nice uppercut there from Lutsky.
Harbor throws a body punch but Lutsky moves out of range.
Harbor closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Lutsky did well to prevent Harbor getting side control.
Harbor trying to control the pace.
Lutsky trying to control here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harbor not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Harbor tries to pass to full mount but Lutsky defends it.
Lutsky trying to control here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Harbor takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Harbor 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.
Harbor is keen to just control but Lutsky is a slippery customer.
Harbor is thwarting Lutsky's attempts to control the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Lutsky is trying to stand.
Harbor is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Harbor is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lutsky sees it coming and defends easily.
Lutsky is not content to let Harbor control the position.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Leonel Lutsky is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Harbor moves out of range of the body kick from Lutsky.
Lutsky tests Harbor's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lutsky tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Harbor manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lutsky fails in his attempt to clinch.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lutsky misses with a looping right.
Harbor fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Harbor swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Harbor is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lutsky.
Lutsky lands with an uppercut that bounces Harbor off the cage and back into range.
Lutsky fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Harbor looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lutsky gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Leonel Lutsky has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Harbor tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Lutsky defends well and Harbor ends up having to push Lutsky into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Lutsky tries to close the distance and clinch up but Harbor swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lutsky slips a jab from Harbor.
A countering left hand to the body from Lutsky misses.
Harbor looks to score with a jab to the body but Lutsky is just out of range.
Lutsky defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Harbor.
A looping hook to the body misses from Harbor. Lutsky does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lutsky throws a leg kick but Harbor moved away.
Harbor appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Crunch! Lutsky slams his shin into Harbor's torso.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Harbor misses with a two punch combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Harbor shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Lutsky is trying to defend but Harbor finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Lutsky is looking for a sweep. Harbor is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lutsky holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Lutsky wants to control but Harbor passes into side.
Harbor prevents Lutsky from escaping the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lutsky is looking to reverse the position.
James Harbor is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lutsky throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
And that's the end of the fight!
James Harbor showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Harbor, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 30:27
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 30:27
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... James Harbor!
A victorious James Harbor thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Leonel Lutsky spoke after the fight, saying 'I've had a good run. but i think thats it, im going to have to reevaluate my life, and my life in the ring before i accept another fight.'.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Rakhmetov Chernyshevsky (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Abe Goldman (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Chernyshevsky comes to the cage accompanied by The Sisters of Mercy -- Lucretia. There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.
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200 lbs
11 - 7 - 1 |
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190 lbs
44 - 22 - 0 |
Great wrestler
Excellent boxer
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Good wrestler
World class boxer
Granite chin |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
11 - 7 - 1, fighting out of Sydney, Rakhmetov Chernyshevsky!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
44 - 22 - 0, fighting out of London, Abe Goldman!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Elvis Blanc and Alec Ball.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A slapping leg kick lands for Goldman.
Chernyshevsky thows a left - swing and a miss!
Chernyshevsky avoids a punch combination nicely.
Goldman avoids a kick to the body.
Chernyshevsky throws a lazy uppercut
and Goldman counters with a stiff right hand.
Goldman blocks a jab.
Chernyshevsky throws a hook but Goldman blocks it.
Chernyshevsky fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Goldman.
Rakhmetov Chernyshevsky seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chernyshevsky moves into the clinch.
Goldman misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chernyshevsky tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Goldman's elbow.
Goldman swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Goldman lands a shot to the body.
Goldman lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Chernyshevsky lands a hook to the side of the head.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Goldman goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Goldman tries to work over Chernyshevsky's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Chernyshevsky swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Chernyshevsky manages to break the clinch.
Chernyshevsky misses with a double jab
letting Goldman counter with a right hand.
Goldman misses with a low kick as Chernyshevsky jumps back.
Chernyshevsky throws a front kick aimed at Goldman's knee but Goldman avoids it well.
Goldman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Goldman lands with a thumping leg kick.
Goldman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Chernyshevsky on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Chernyshevsky looks to land a right hand but Goldman moved out of range.
Jab, jab by Goldman - just one landing.
Chernyshevsky throws a big shot that misses.
Goldman moves out of range of the body kick from Chernyshevsky.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Chernyshevsky is looking to chop away at Goldman's legs.
Chernyshevsky scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Goldman lands a nice leg kick that just misses Chernyshevsky's sensitive parts.
Chernyshevsky misses with a wild body shot.
Chernyshevsky swings away with a body shot that misses
and Goldman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chernyshevsky throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Goldman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Chernyshevsky crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Goldman - the referee stops the clock and Chernyshevsky gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Goldman. Chernyshevsky manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Chernyshevsky scores with a hook to the body. Goldman takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Goldman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chernyshevsky fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Chernyshevsky throws a leg kick but Goldman moved away.
Goldman cracks the inside of Chernyshevsky's front leg.
Goldman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chernyshevsky swings away with a leg kick that misses.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Chernyshevsky misses with a hook.
Chernyshevsky clinches up against the cage.
A hook to the body from Goldman.
Chernyshevsky breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Chernyshevsky working aggressively here.
Goldman lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Goldman tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Chernyshevsky's elbow.
Goldman has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Chernyshevsky seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Goldman can turn it around.
Goldman tries to work over Chernyshevsky's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Goldman tries a body shot but Chernyshevsky blocks it.
Chernyshevsky blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Chernyshevsky misses with the head strike.
Chernyshevsky managing to block the knees to the body from Goldman.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Chernyshevsky misses with the head strike.
Chernyshevsky lands a hook that snaps the head of Goldman backwards.
Goldman blocking some punches.
Chernyshevsky lands a hook that snaps the head of Goldman backwards.
Chernyshevsky misses with a punch on the inside.
Chernyshevsky struggles to land a body shot inside as Goldman controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from Chernyshevsky fails to land.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A right hand to the body from Goldman.
Goldman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Goldman tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Chernyshevsky's elbow.
Goldman lands a hook that snaps the head of Chernyshevsky backwards.
Goldman stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Chernyshevsky throws a punch but it's blocked by Goldman.
Goldman works on Chernyshevsky's body with a couple of short punches.
Chernyshevsky misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Abe Goldman will probably get the nod.
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.
Goldman rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Chernyshevsky moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Goldman scores with a jab to the body.
Goldman takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Chernyshevsky blocks the body kick.
A combination from Chernyshevsky does no damage.
Chernyshevsky pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Chernyshevsky 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.
Chernyshevsky works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from Goldman. Chernyshevsky does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chernyshevsky throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goldman throws a big shot that misses.
Chernyshevsky stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Goldman.
Chernyshevsky shoots in and gets a takedown into Goldman's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chernyshevsky distracts Goldman with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Chernyshevsky loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Chernyshevsky sitting in guard here, content to control.
Chernyshevsky is working Goldman over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Goldman trying to control the position.
Chernyshevsky won't allow Goldman to get back to his feet.
Goldman being controlled here, momentarily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chernyshevsky looking to pass the guard.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Goldman connects with a high kick.
Goldman misses with a hook. Chernyshevsky ducked under it nicely.
Goldman throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Abe Goldman seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Goldman throws a sloppy head kick and Chernyshevsky moves out of range easily.
That kick from Goldman tenderised Chernyshevsky's leg. Chernyshevsky is trying to keep his angry face on.
Chernyshevsky uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Goldman.
Chernyshevsky defending well as Goldman loads up on a big left hand.
Chernyshevsky lands a jab to Goldman's midsection.
Chernyshevsky misses the shot to the body.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Goldman crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Chernyshevsky - the referee stops the clock and Goldman gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Chernyshevsky. Goldman manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Goldman looks for the body kick but Chernyshevsky saw that one coming.
Chernyshevsky avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Goldman misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Goldman lands with a kick to the temple. Chernyshevsky shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Chernyshevsky is looking to land body kicks.
Goldman swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Chernyshevsky connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Goldman feints and then cracks Chernyshevsky's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Chernyshevsky down.
Chernyshevsky lands a jab to the nose.
Chernyshevsky fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Goldman throws a body punch but Chernyshevsky moves out of range.
Goldman blocks a jab.
Chernyshevsky closes the distance and clinches up with Goldman, looking for a takedown. Chernyshevsky pushes Goldman against the cage but Goldman circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Chernyshevsky looks to land a body kick but Goldman moved away.
Chernyshevsky swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Goldman to counter with a crisp jab.
Goldman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Chernyshevsky connects with an inside leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chernyshevsky looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Goldman is fending him off so far but Chernyshevsky persists. Nope, Goldman circles away and we're back to standing.
Nice body kick from Chernyshevsky.
Goldman catches Chernyshevsky with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Goldman misses with a straight left.
Chernyshevsky fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A good leg kick by Goldman.
Chernyshevsky is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Goldman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chernyshevsky manages to avoid it.
Chernyshevsky fails in his attempt to clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Chernyshevsky. Goldman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chernyshevsky moves out of range as Goldman strikes.
Chernyshevsky throws a leg kick but Goldman checks it.
Goldman throws a low kick but it's checked well by Chernyshevsky.
An attempted straight right counter from Chernyshevsky misses the target.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Abe Goldman will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Chernyshevsky's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
Goldman looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Goldman takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Goldman moves out of range of the body kick from Chernyshevsky.
Chernyshevsky has been working on his balance at Homunculus Alembic, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Goldman.
Goldman looks to land a left hand but Chernyshevsky moved out of range nicely.
It looked like Chernyshevsky wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Chernyshevsky scores with a jab to the jaw.
Goldman pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Goldman slips a jab from Chernyshevsky.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Goldman checks a leg kick.
Chernyshevsky throws a low kick but Goldman avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chernyshevsky misses with a low kick.
Chernyshevsky blocks a head kick by Goldman.
Goldman ducks under a wild hook from Chernyshevsky.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Goldman! But no joy.
Goldman misses with an uppercut
and Chernyshevsky counters with a slapping leg kick.
Goldman looks to land a right hand but Chernyshevsky moved out of range.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A looping hook to the body misses from Chernyshevsky. Goldman does a little dance to reset his feet.
It seemed like Goldman was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Goldman lands with an overhand left.
Goldman throws a head kick that misses.
Chernyshevsky throws a front kick that sends Goldman stumbling back into the cage.
Chernyshevsky fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Goldman is out of range.
Goldman swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Chernyshevsky checks the leg kick.
Goldman lands a jab to the nose.
Chernyshevsky lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Goldman throws a jab but it's blocked by Chernyshevsky.
Chernyshevsky's corner calls for a 1-2. Chernyshevsky obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Goldman lets loose with a powerful body kick. Chernyshevsky will feel that in the morning.
Chernyshevsky digs a good body shot into Goldman's ribs.
Rakhmetov Chernyshevsky has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Chernyshevsky misses with a straight left.
Goldman thinks about the counter body kick.
Goldman swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Chernyshevsky with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
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!
Goldman moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Goldman scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Goldman lands with a kick to the ribs.
Chernyshevsky on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Goldman. Goldman obviously looking to wear him down.
Goldman fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A solid body kick from Chernyshevsky.
Abe Goldman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Chernyshevsky moves away from the strike by Goldman.
Goldman throws a leg kick which misses Chernyshevsky's front leg but catches the back leg as Chernyshevsky tries to avoid it.
Goldman misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Chernyshevsky steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Goldman.
It looked like Chernyshevsky was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Chernyshevsky throws a lazy uppercut
and Goldman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A chopping leg kick lands by Goldman.
Chernyshevsky throws a leg kick
and Chernyshevsky takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Goldman on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Chernyshevsky is trying hard to land a takedown here. Goldman sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Chernyshevsky slips a straight right by Goldman.
Chernyshevsky misses with a few strikes there.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Chernyshevsky connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Goldman's hands.
Chernyshevsky throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Chernyshevsky takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Donk. Chernyshevsky catches Goldman right on the button with a cross.
Goldman lands with a kick to the ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Chernyshevsky misses with a looping right.
Goldman is trying to counter with his kicks.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Chernyshevsky takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Abe Goldman is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Goldman lands with an overhand left.
Goldman blocks a low kick nicely.
Goldman works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Goldman lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Goldman jabs Chernyshevsky to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Chernyshevsky takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Chernyshevsky takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Chernyshevsky throws a leg kick but Goldman sees it coming and moves out of range.
Chernyshevsky blocks a head kick by Goldman.
Goldman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Goldman just misses with a punch to the body.
Goldman lunges at Chernyshevsky with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Chernyshevsky's hand.
And that's the end of the fight!
Abe Goldman comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Goldman winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 28:30
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:30
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Abe Goldman!
Abe Goldman managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Hellraiser Fightgear ($10 and above), into his post fight interview.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Matt Mattews (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Winston Cole (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters will be looking to make this an exciting fight for the fans, I'm sure!
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30
290 lbs
17 - 8 - 0 |
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285 lbs
22 - 11 - 0 |
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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
17 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Matt Mattews!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
22 - 11 - 0, fighting out of London, Winston Cole!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Alec Ball and Robert Douchet.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Cole throws a head kick that half lands.
It looks like Matt Mattews has been cut.
Cole pounces like a tiger and cracks Mattews with a vicious hook! Mattews is down but not out! Cole follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Winston Cole!
Winston Cole made sure to mention his sponsor, GREEN!160 in his post fight interview.
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Birigiz Ignatiev (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Frank Gibiatti (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
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34
145 lbs
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155 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
26 - 12 - 1, fighting out of New York, Birigiz Ignatiev!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
15 - 7 - 1, fighting out of New York, Frank Gibiatti!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Steve Smith and Alec Ball.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ignatiev wants to clinch.
Ignatiev fails with an attempt to clinch.
Ignatiev displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Gibiatti.
Gibiatti throws a right hand that misses
and Ignatiev counters with a good, hard body kick but Gibiatti shrugs it off.
Gibiatti connects with a solid leg kick.
Gibiatti scores with a punch to the head.
A swing and a miss from Gibiatti.
Ignatiev tries to counter by clinching up but Gibiatti breaks away and moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gibiatti closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ignatiev circles away.
Ignatiev is looking to counter with head kicks.
Gibiatti misses with a body shot
and Ignatiev counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Gibiatti is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Gibiatti looks to throw the jab but Ignatiev is out of range.
Ignatiev throws a head kick but Gibiatti moves out of range.
Ignatiev avoids a punch combination nicely.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ignatiev on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Frank Gibiatti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ignatiev displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gibiatti throws out the jab.
Gibiatti jabs at Ignatiev's body.
Ignatiev throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Gibiatti's head.
Ignatiev thows a body kick. Gibiatti tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Ignatiev throws a right hand that Gibiatti ducks under and follows up with a left that Gibiatti also avoids with ease.
Gibiatti throws a poor cross that misses
and Ignatiev counters with a straight right hand.
Ignatiev uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gibiatti.
Ignatiev throws a head kick that misses
and Gibiatti counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gibiatti sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Ignatiev defending well though.
Gibiatti stops Ignatiev from getting back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gibiatti thows a huge punch but Ignatiev dodges it nicely.
Gibiatti wants to work for an arm triangle but Ignatiev is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Gibiatti throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Gibiatti is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Gibiatti seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ignatiev does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Gibiatti stalling away here and it's allowed Ignatiev to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Gibiatti trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gibiatti in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Gibiatti throws an elbow that misses. Ignatiev uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Gibiatti's guard. Nice move by Ignatiev!
Ignatiev trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ignatiev tries to stand but Gibiatti is controlling from the bottom.
Gibiatti working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ignatiev.
Gibiatti looking to control.
Ignatiev trying to stand up but can't free himself from Gibiatti's guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Gibiatti takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Ignatiev tries to clinch up.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ignatiev has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Ignatiev there as he acknowledges the shot.
Ignatiev jabs Gibiatti to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Gibiatti scores with the left hand. Ignatiev knows he should have avoided that one.
Ignatiev moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Gibiatti motions for Ignatiev to come forward. Gibiatti throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ignatiev wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Ignatiev throws a right and a left that both miss.
Gibiatti bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
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!
Gibiatti just misses with a punch to the body.
Ignatiev steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gibiatti.
Gibiatti misses the jab.
Ignatiev takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Gibiatti cracks a nice hook into Ignatiev's ribs.
That kick from Ignatiev tenderised Gibiatti's leg. Gibiatti is trying to keep his angry face on.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Frank Gibiatti will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
Ignatiev throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Gibiatti scores with a jab to the head.
Ignatiev moves into range and clinches up with Gibiatti.
Ignatiev tries a body shot but Gibiatti blocks it.
Ignatiev tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Gibiatti avoids it.
Gibiatti stalling in the clinch.
Gibiatti misses with some punches.
Gibiatti blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Gibiatti trying to stall but Ignatiev improves his position.
Ignatiev lands a good knee to the midsection. Gibiatti won't want to take too many of those.
Still in the clinch, Ignatiev scores with a nice short uppercut.
Ignatiev blocks an uppercut.
Gibiatti blocks a body shot from Ignatiev.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gibiatti.
Ignatiev works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Ignatiev lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Ignatiev connects with a nasty looking knee right to Gibiatti's face.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ignatiev misses with a hook to the ribs.
Gibiatti tries a body shot but Ignatiev blocks it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gibiatti misses with a short punch on the inside.
Gibiatti tries a body shot but Ignatiev blocks it.
Ignatiev lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ignatiev lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Gibiatti or not.
Ignatiev connects with a nasty looking knee right to Gibiatti's face.
Gibiatti is rocked!
Ignatiev lands with a short shot to the head.
Gibiatti is still on wobbly legs! Can Ignatiev finish him?
Nice body punch from Ignatiev - that landed with a thud.
Gibiatti is breathing heavily.
Gibiatti misses with the head strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ignatiev.
Birigiz Ignatiev has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Nice body punch from Ignatiev - that landed with a thud.
Ignatiev working Gibiatti over with knees to the body.
A short left from Ignatiev.
Ignatiev lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gibiatti drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Ignatiev gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Ignatiev lands a nice uppercut.
Ignatiev lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Gibiatti.
Ignatiev breaks the clinch.
Ignatiev fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Whack! Ignatiev lands a heavy head kick that drops Gibiatti. The ref tackles Ignatiev to stop the fight - a great save by the referee because Gibiatti was done.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Birigiz Ignatiev!
During a confident post fight interview, Birigiz Ignatiev thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Pertti Pulkkinen (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Homer Simpson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Pulkkinen comes to the cage accompanied by The Third, The Magical. On his way into the cage it seems that Pertti Pulkkinen has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Pertti Pulkkinen seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
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157 lbs
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156 lbs
49 - 24 - 0 |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
14 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Pertti Pulkkinen!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
49 - 24 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Homer Simpson!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Robert Douchet and Gregory Folan.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Simpson lands a leg kick that knocks Pulkkinen off balance momentarily.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Pulkkinen checks a leg kick.
Pulkkinen throws a jab when Simpson was well out of range.
Pulkkinen jabs Simpson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Pulkkinen cracks Simpson with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Simpson throws a series of punches but Pulkkinen moves out of range.
Pertti Pulkkinen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pulkkinen moves into range and connects with a jab.
Pulkkinen misses with a wild body shot.
Simpson fakes the leg kick and cracks Pulkkinen in the body.
Good exchange - Pulkkinen coming out on top.
The fighters circle momentarily. Simpson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Pulkkinen throws the left hand but Simpson avoids the punch easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Simpson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Simpson throws a shot from downtown. Pulkkinen moves away and avoids it.
Pulkkinen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Simpson moves away.
Simpson lands a nice shot that snaps Pulkkinen's head back.
Simpson moves away from the strike by Pulkkinen.
Pulkkinen paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Simpson lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Pulkkinen - that will leave a mark!
Pulkkinen checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Pulkkinen fires out a quick counter leg kick but Simpson just manages to avoid it.
Pulkkinen lands a body shot.
Pulkkinen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Simpson misses with an uppercut.
Pulkkinen lands with a nice body kick.
Pulkkinen tries to work over Simpson's front leg with a kick but Simpson checks it.
A good leg kick by Simpson.
Pulkkinen is looking to chop away at Simpson's legs.
Simpson throws a solid leg kick but Pulkkinen takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Simpson.
Pulkkinen feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Pulkkinen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Simpson throws a hook to the side of Pulkkinen's head but Pulkkinen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Pulkkinen avoids a kick to the body.
Simpson checks a leg kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Simpson crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Pulkkinen - the referee stops the clock and Simpson gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Pulkkinen. Simpson manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pulkkinen throws a leg kick but Simpson sees it coming and moves out of range.
Simpson only half commits to the counter leg kick.
A good leg kick by Pulkkinen.
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!
Simpson throws a body punch but Pulkkinen moves out of range.
Pulkkinen stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Pulkkinen fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Pulkkinen moves out of range as Simpson strikes.
Simpson has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Simpson there as he acknowledges the shot.
Simpson moves away from the strike by Pulkkinen.
Simpson misses with a looping left.
Nice body punch from Pulkkinen.
Simpson misses with a left hand
and Pulkkinen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Simpson throws a looping overhand right but Pulkkinen ducks down to avoid it.
Pulkkinen misses with a body shot.
Simpson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Pulkkinen circles away quickly and effectively.
Simpson throws an overhand right that lands on Pulkkinen's shoulder, as Pulkkinen tries to avoid the shot.
Pulkkinen seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Pulkkinen ducks under a wild hook from Simpson.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Simpson feints and then cracks Pulkkinen's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Pulkkinen down.
Pulkkinen looks to land a left hand but Simpson moved out of range nicely.
Pulkkinen thumps Simpson with a low kick.
Simpson connects with a looping right hand.
Simpson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Simpson connects with a solid leg kick.
Pulkkinen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Simpson manages to avoid it.
Pulkkinen throws a chopping leg kick but Simpson manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Simpson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Simpson works the jab nicely.
Nice straight punches there by Pulkkinen. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Pulkkinen.
Pulkkinen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Pulkkinen misses with a wild combination.
Simpson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Pulkkinen with a body shot.
Simpson connects with a solid leg kick.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pulkkinen works Simpson's body with a nice hook.
Pulkkinen looks to score with a jab to the body but Simpson is just out of range.
Simpson appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Simpson throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Simpson throws a half hearted mid kick.
Jab, jab by Simpson - just one landing.
Simpson throws a series of punches but Pulkkinen moves out of range.
Simpson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Pulkkinen takes a swing at Simpson's ribcage but misses.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Simpson.
Pulkkinen misses with an attempted mid kick.
Pulkkinen connects with a jab.
Decent striking displayed by Pulkkinen there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
No joy there for Pulkkinen, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Pulkkinen checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Pulkkinen throws a head kick but Simpson moves out of range.
Simpson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Pulkkinen fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Pertti Pulkkinen dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Pulkkinen just misses with a punch to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Pulkkinen.
Pulkkinen misses with a body kick.
Simpson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Pulkkinen with a body shot.
Simpson throws a nice inside leg kick.
Pertti Pulkkinen is winning the standup battle so far.
Simpson scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Simpson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Pulkkinen. Pulkkinen obviously looking to wear him down.
Pulkkinen tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Pulkkinen looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Simpson moves out of range of the leg kick from Pulkkinen.
Pulkkinen throws a shot to the body.
Pulkkinen connects with a leg kick. Simpson looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pulkkinen looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Simpson was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Pulkkinen throws a hook to the side of Simpson's head but Simpson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Pulkkinen connects with a body shot.
Pulkkinen takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pulkkinen misses with a leg kick.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Simpson throws a push kick but Pulkkinen slaps the foot to one side.
Simpson throws a jab when Pulkkinen was well out of range.
Pulkkinen chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Pulkkinen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Simpson can do to turn this around?
Pulkkinen throws a body punch but Simpson moves out of range.
Pulkkinen pivots, looking for a leg kick but Simpson is out of range and Pulkkinen settles back down.
A nice inside leg kick there by Simpson. That's going to slow Pulkkinen down.
Pulkkinen misses with a body kick.
Simpson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Pulkkinen throws a body punch but Simpson moves out of range.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Simpson might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Pulkkinen has got the better of the exchanges.
Simpson misses the jab.
Simpson misses with a low kick.
Nice defenses there by Pulkkinen.
Pulkkinen throwing a counter right hand but Simpson manages to avoid it.
Simpson cracks Pulkkinen with a good jab.
Pulkkinen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Simpson.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pulkkinen misses with a hook. Simpson ducked under it nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Simpson. Pulkkinen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pulkkinen throws a low kick, looking for Simpson's leg but Simpson calmly moves out of range.
Simpson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Simpson lands a nice shot to the body.
Simpson keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Simpson throws a low kick but Pulkkinen moves out of range easily.
Simpson staying out of range there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pulkkinen misses the body punch
enabling Simpson to counter with a crisp jab.
Simpson punishes Pulkkinen's body with a nice straight punch.
Simpson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Simpson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Pulkkinen swings for the body but Simpson moves out of range.
Simpson throws a front kick aimed at Pulkkinen's knee but Pulkkinen avoids it well.
Pulkkinen throws out a loose jab but Simpson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pulkkinen throws a leg kick which misses Simpson's front leg but catches the back leg as Simpson tries to avoid it.
Simpson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Simpson scores with a punch to the head.
Pulkkinen thuds his right hand into Simpson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Pulkkinen lands a leg kick that knocks Simpson off balance momentarily.
Pulkkinen lands a nice hook to Simpson's body. Simpson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nice jab there from Pulkkinen.
Simpson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Pulkkinen looks to land a left hand but Simpson moved out of range nicely.
Simpson lands with a hook. Pulkkinen tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Simpson moves away from the strike by Pulkkinen.
Simpson checks the leg kick.
Simpson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Pulkkinen swings for the body but Simpson moves out of range.
Good work by Simpson as he checks the leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pulkkinen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pulkkinen just misses with a punch to the body.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pulkkinen throws a head kick that Simpson semi-blocks.
An inside leg kick from Simpson misses.
Pulkkinen looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Simpson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Simpson will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Pulkkinen slips a jab from Simpson.
Simpson works Pulkkinen's body with a nice hook.
Simpson throws a jab when Pulkkinen was well out of range.
Simpson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pulkkinen.
Pulkkinen throws a body punch but Simpson moves out of range.
Simpson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pulkkinen.
A big left from Pulkkinen misses.
Simpson misses with a low kick.
Simpson slips a straight right by Pulkkinen.
Decent striking displayed by Pulkkinen there.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Pertti Pulkkinen will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
Simpson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Pulkkinen. Pulkkinen obviously looking to wear him down.
Pulkkinen will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Simpson throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Simpson throws a leg kick but Pulkkinen sees it coming and moves out of range.
Simpson throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Pulkkinen counter with a right hand.
Pulkkinen works Simpson's body with a nice hook.
Simpson lunges at Pulkkinen with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Pulkkinen's hand.
Some wild striking there from Simpson.
Pulkkinen was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Simpson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simpson ducks under a wild hook from Pulkkinen.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Simpson! But no joy.
Simpson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Pulkkinen moves out of range as Simpson strikes.
Pulkkinen looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Pulkkinen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Pulkkinen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Pulkkinen misses with an attempted mid kick.
Simpson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Pulkkinen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Pulkkinen staying out of range there.
Simpson chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Pulkkinen misses with a low kick.
Simpson throws a big shot that misses.
Simpson throws a leg kick that is checked
and Pulkkinen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Simpson connects with the punch.
Pulkkinen dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Simpson. That did some damage!
Simpson wants to land a leg kick but Pulkkinen is out of range.
Simpson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Pulkkinen seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Simpson misses with a body shot.
Pulkkinen with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Simpson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Pulkkinen.
Pulkkinen throws a jab when Simpson was well out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
An inside leg kick lands from Simpson.
Simpson throws a leg kick
and Pulkkinen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Pulkkinen takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Pulkkinen scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Pulkkinen connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Homer Simpson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Pulkkinen moves out of range as Simpson strikes.
Pulkkinen takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Jab, jab by Simpson - just one landing.
A nice leg kick lands there from Simpson.
Pulkkinen works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Simpson lands with an uppercut that bounces Pulkkinen off the cage and back into range.
Pulkkinen misses with the body kick
and Pulkkinen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Simpson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Pulkkinen.
Donk. Simpson catches Pulkkinen right on the button with a cross.
Simpson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Simpson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Pulkkinen cracks Simpson with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Simpson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Pulkkinen has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Simpson finds it's way round the side to connect with Pulkkinen's head.
Pulkkinen scores with a crisp jab that stopped Simpson in his tracks.
Simpson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pulkkinen moves away.
Pulkkinen is looking for a counter combo.
Pulkkinen takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Pulkkinen is rocked!
Pulkkinen is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Oh Pulkkinen is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Simpson misses with an uppercut.
Pulkkinen seems to have got his legs back now.
Pulkkinen throws a hook to the side of Simpson's head but Simpson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Pulkkinen clinches.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Pulkkinen breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Pertti Pulkkinen is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Simpson looks to score with a jab to the body but Pulkkinen is just out of range.
Pulkkinen is looking to counter with head kicks.
Pulkkinen misses with a wild body shot.
Pulkkinen lands a nice shot that snaps Simpson's head back.
Simpson connects with an inside leg kick.
Pulkkinen lands a head shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for Pulkkinen.
Simpson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Simpson.
Pulkkinen scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Pulkkinen moves out of range of the leg kick from Simpson.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pulkkinen misses with an uppercut
and Simpson counters with a crisp one two that drops Pulkkinen! Simpson thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Pulkkinen to his feet! Pulkkinen is in big trouble!
Pulkkinen connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Homer Simpson.
Well Pulkkinen 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 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 29:28
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pertti Pulkkinen!
After winning the bout, Pertti Pulkkinen thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Joe Jordan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Shane Ripgut (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Shane Ripgut has the power to score a knockout today if he connects clean with Joe Jordan's chin.
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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
19 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Joe Jordan!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
14 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Shane Ripgut!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Steve Smith and Ian Loll.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ripgut blocks the body kick.
Ripgut throws a head kick that half lands.
It looks like Joe Jordan has been cut.
Jordan misses with a body shot.
Jordan looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ripgut lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Jordan has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jordan and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Ripgut throws a body punch but Jordan moves out of range.
Jordan lands a head shot.
A jab from Jordan misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ripgut on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Ripgut moves into range and clinches up with Jordan.
Jordan fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jordan lands a body punch in the clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A short left from Jordan.
Jordan throws a punch but it's blocked by Ripgut.
Ripgut's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ripgut scores with a shot to the side of Jordan's head.
I was talking to Jordan's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Ripgut tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Jordan avoids it.
Ripgut misses with a knee strike.
Ripgut landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Jordan blocks an elbow strike.
Jordan blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Jordan tries to throw a body punch but Ripgut avoids it by throwing Jordan back against the cage.
Ripgut throws a head punch that misses.
Jordan blocks the elbow strike.
Ripgut swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ripgut looking to throw knees to the head but Jordan is blocking nicely.
Jordan working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ripgut misses with an elbow strike.
Jordan throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ripguts head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ripgut lands a damaging elbow.
Jordan avoids the elbow strike from Ripgut, against the cage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jordan presses Ripgut against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Jordan misses with a body punch.
Jordan working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Jordan misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jordan tries a body shot but Ripgut blocks it.
Jordan struggles to land a body shot inside as Ripgut controls his hands.
Ripgut struggles to land a body shot inside as Jordan controls his hands.
Jordan working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Jordan trying to stall but Ripgut improves his position.
Jordan lands a left hand.
Ripgut prevents a body shot from Jordan.
Jordan misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ripgut connects with a nasty looking knee right to Jordan's face.
Ripgut pushes off an throws an elbow but Jordan leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Ripgut blocking some punches.
Ripgut throws an elbow that misses.
Ripgut throws a head punch that misses.
Ripgut looking to throw knees to the head but Jordan is blocking nicely.
Ripgut misses with a knee strike.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jordan manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Jordan lands a left hand.
Jordan doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jordan creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Jordan misses with a body punch.
Ripgut connects with a nasty looking knee right to Jordan's face.
Jordan scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short uppercut from Ripgut.
Ripgut trying to land knees to the body.
Jordan misses with a body punch.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Ripgut just misses with a elbow thrown towards Jordan's brow.
Jordan avoiding damage as Ripgut throws knees to the body.
Jordan throws a head punch that misses.
Jordan throws a punch but it's blocked by Ripgut.
A knee to the head by Ripgut.
A short right from Ripgut on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ripgut tries to land knees in the clinch but Jordan avoids the damage to the body.
Jordan works on Ripgut's body with a couple of short punches.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A short right from Jordan.
Jordan lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Jordan lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ripgut backwards.
Jordan misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jordan lands a body shot in the clinch.
Ripgut looks winded!
Jordan working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ripgut tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jordan.
Jordan works on Ripgut's body with a couple of short punches.
Jordan scores with a nice hook to the head.
Ripgut with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Ripgut prevents a body shot from Jordan.
Jordan digs a right hand into Ripgut's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ripgut's gas tank.
Jordan struggles to land a body shot inside as Ripgut controls his hands.
Ripgut misses with a knee strike.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ripgut with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Jordan makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Jordan scores with a nice hook to the head.
Jordan misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Jordan dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Joe Jordan's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Jordan throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ripgut throws a body shot but no joy.
Jordan swings for the body but Ripgut moves out of range.
Jordan lands a slapping body shot.
Ripgut thows a leg kick but Jordan checks it
and Jordan counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Ripgut blocks a head kick by Jordan.
Jordan fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ripgut on the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ripgut throws a leg kick
and Jordan counters with a nice right hand that sends Ripgut toppling to the canvas! Ripgut scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Jordan finish him?!
Ripgut is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ripgut takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Ripgut is breathing heavily.
Jordan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ripgut walks right into a perfectly timed right hook and goes down hard! He's out cold! The ref cradles Ripgut limp body while Jordan jumps on to the cage and waves to the roaring crowd. Wow that was just a brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Joe Jordan!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Feodor Shemelianenko (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Carlos Cutwood (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
10 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Feodor Shemelianenko!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
30 - 13 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Carlos Cutwood!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Steve Smith and Ian Loll.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Shemelianenko throws a nice inside leg kick.
Shemelianenko misses with a low kick.
Shemelianenko sets himself, and Cutwood steps forward looking for the clinch! Shemelianenko avoids it this time.
We've been informed that Cutwood has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Shemelianenko moves out of range as Cutwood throws a body kick.
Shemelianenko checks a leg kick.
Shemelianenko scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Cutwood looks to land a right hand but Shemelianenko moved out of range.
Shemelianenko misses with a wild combination.
Both fighters circling a little - Shemelianenko finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Shemelianenko shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Cutwood napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Shemelianenko is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Cutwood knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Shemelianenko is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Cutwood is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Cutwood is looking to regain half guard here but Shemelianenko keeps moving and retains side control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Cutwood looking for a sweep but Shemelianenko has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Shemelianenko lands with some strikes.
It looks like Carlos Cutwood has been cut.
Shemelianenko is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Cutwood to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Cutwood shrugs it off.
Shemelianenko unloads with some shots from mount but Cutwood bucks and avoids them well.
Shemelianenko avoids the attempt from Cutwood to control.
Shemelianenko has hold of Cutwood's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Cutwood manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Cutwood is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Cutwood tries to reverse the position but Shemelianenko maintains control.
Shemelianenko looking to control but Cutwood is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Shemelianenko seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Cutwood is holding on tight.
A nice elbow there by Shemelianenko.
Cutwood avoids a series of strikes thrown by Shemelianenko.
Shemelianenko has control of Cutwood's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Cutwood regains control of the situation pretty easily.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Shemelianenko swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Cutwood is now in Shemelianenko's guard. A big mistake from Shemelianenko there, giving up the dominant position!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Cutwood wants to pass the guard but Shemelianenko is keeping the position.
Shemelianenko not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Shemelianenko had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Cutwood defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cutwood trying to control but Shemelianenko is working from the bottom.
Shemelianenko 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 four minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Shemelianenko being controlled here, momentarily.
Shemelianenko looking to hit a scissor sweep but Cutwood is one step ahead there.
Cutwood passes into half guard.
Cutwood tries to pass the half guard into mount. Shemelianenko knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cutwood prevents Shemelianenko from improving his position.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Feodor Shemelianenko dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Carlos Cutwood's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Shemelianenko throws a jab but it's blocked by Cutwood.
Shemelianenko throws a jab when Cutwood was well out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Shemelianenko. That snapped Cutwood's head back.
Cutwood thuds a left hand into Shemelianenko's body.
Shemelianenko cracks Cutwood with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Shemelianenko looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Shemelianenko swinging wildly here.
Feodor Shemelianenko is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Shemelianenko blocks a jab.
Cutwood lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
It looks like Feodor Shemelianenko has been cut.
Cutwood throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Shemelianenko was covering up waiting for the punch and Cutwood finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Shemelianenko has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Cutwood can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Cutwood trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Shemelianenko is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Cutwood is aware though and is defending well.
Shemelianenko might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Cutwood is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Cutwood got a little sloppy there for a moment and Shemelianenko has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Cutwood has managed to get both his arms back between Shemelianenko's legs - danger averted.
Cutwood slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Shemelianenko looking for a sweep. Not yet Shemelianenko, not yet.
That's two 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.
Shemelianenko looking for a guillotine here but Cutwood defends easily.
Shemelianenko is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Shemelianenko here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Shemelianenko is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Cutwood defends well.
Shemelianenko looking for a sweep. Not yet Shemelianenko, not yet.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Cutwood showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Cutwood throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Shemelianenko counters with a left and a right that stings Cutwood.
Cutwood throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Shemelianenko fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Cutwood on the side of the head.
Cutwood shoots in and drives through. Shemelianenko sprawls well.
Cutwood with a nice cross.
Shemelianenko misses with a head kick.
Cutwood cracks Shemelianenko with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Cutwood shoots in and gets a takedown into Shemelianenko's guard.
Cutwood is stalling in the full guard.
Shemelianenko is looking for a triangle but Cutwood pushes his legs off easily.
Cutwood trying to control but Shemelianenko is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Feodor Shemelianenko overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Shemelianenko looking for a sweep. Not yet Shemelianenko, not yet.
Cutwood controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Shemelianenko keeping full guard, as Cutwood tries to pass.
Cutwood won't allow Shemelianenko to sweep him here.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Shemelianenko looks to land a combination but Cutwood avoids it well.
Horrible takedown attempt by Shemelianenko or perhaps it was just good defense by Cutwood, which made it look bad.
Cutwood tries to counter with a clinch but Shemelianenko shakes him off and moves away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cutwood just misses with a punch to the body.
Shemelianenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Cutwood appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Feodor Shemelianenko is winning the standup battle so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cutwood displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Shemelianenko throws out the jab.
Cutwood throws a leg kick but Shemelianenko sees it coming and moves out of range.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Carlos Cutwood will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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.
Shemelianenko wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Cutwood staying out of range there.
Cutwood tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Cutwood takes a swing at Shemelianenko's ribcage but misses.
Cutwood misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Shemelianenko.
Shemelianenko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Shemelianenko throws a head kick that misses.
Shemelianenko is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cutwood can do to turn this around?
Shemelianenko darts in and clinches Cutwood up against the cage.
Shemelianenko working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Shemelianenko prevents a body shot from Cutwood.
Cutwood misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good body shot from Shemelianenko.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Cutwood as Shemelianenko tries to tie him up.
Shemelianenko is struggling to control the position.
Shemelianenko doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Shemelianenko is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Shemelianenko working aggressively here.
Cutwood misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cutwood misses with a hook from the clinch.
Shemelianenko lands a right hand that snaps the head of Cutwood backwards.
Shemelianenko is working Cutwood over against the cage.
Cutwood tries to throw a body punch but Shemelianenko avoids it by throwing Cutwood back against the cage.
Shemelianenko can't find room to land a body shot as Cutwood controls the action.
A hook to the body from Shemelianenko.
Cutwood misses with a body punch.
Cutwood lands a shoulder strike.
Cutwood's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Cutwood wants to take the fight to the mat but Shemelianenko manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Cutwood takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cutwood.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Shemelianenko creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Shemelianenko lands a left hand that snaps the head of Cutwood backwards.
Shemelianenko misses with a hook to the ribs.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Cutwood is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Shemelianenko is keeping busy.
Shemelianenko lands a body punch.
Shemelianenko is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Cutwood is keeping busy.
Cutwood looking to throw knees to the head but Shemelianenko is blocking nicely.
Shemelianenko lands a left hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Shemelianenko tries to throw a body punch but Cutwood avoids it by throwing Shemelianenko back against the cage.
Shemelianenko presses Cutwood against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Shemelianenko lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Cutwood misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Shemelianenko can't find room to land a body shot as Cutwood controls the action.
Shemelianenko misses with some punches.
A right hand to the body from Shemelianenko.
Shemelianenko looking to stall.
Shemelianenko blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Feodor Shemelianenko has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Still in the clinch, Shemelianenko scores with a nice short uppercut.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Shemelianenko.
Shemelianenko blocks an uppercut.
Cutwood tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Nice body punch from Cutwood.
Shemelianenko misses with a body punch.
Cutwood misses with a body punch.
Cutwood doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Shemelianenko lands a nice uppercut.
Shemelianenko is trying to maintain a safe position but Cutwood gets an underhook and turns Shemelianenko into the cage.
Cutwood tries to throw a body punch but Shemelianenko avoids it by throwing Cutwood back against the cage.
Shemelianenko misses with the head strike.
Cutwood working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Shemelianenko stalling in the clinch.
Shemelianenko misses with the head strike.
Shemelianenko can't find room to land a body shot as Cutwood controls the action.
Shemelianenko controlling the action here for a moment.
A body shot lands from Shemelianenko.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Nice body punch from Shemelianenko.
Cutwood misses with the head strike.
Shemelianenko takes a knee right on the jaw!
Shemelianenko gets through Cutwood's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Shemelianenko is trying to maintain a safe position but Cutwood gets an underhook and turns Shemelianenko into the cage.
Shemelianenko looking to stall.
Come on Cutwood - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shemelianenko lands a nice shot to the body.
Cutwood blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Shemelianenko lands with a light punch inside.
Shemelianenko misses with a body punch.
Cutwood misses with some punches.
Shemelianenko misses with a hook to the ribs.
Shemelianenko scores with a hook to the body.
Shemelianenko stalling in the clinch but Cutwood improves position.
Cutwood drops down looking for an ankle pick but Shemelianenko pulls his leg out and moves away.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Feodor Shemelianenko clearly takes that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Shemelianenko.
Feodor Shemelianenko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Shemelianenko throws a poor cross that misses
and Cutwood counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice shot by Shemelianenko.
Cutwood with a hook.
Shemelianenko closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Cutwood quickly recovers to half guard.
Shemelianenko is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Shemelianenko is trying to control the action in half guard but Cutwood is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Shemelianenko passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Cutwood!
Shemelianenko trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Shemelianenko prevents Cutwood from getting the reversal.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Shemelianenko dominating with strikes here.
Shemelianenko fails to take his opponent's back.
Shemelianenko in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Shemelianenko jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle�. Ooooh, that looks tight� Cutwood is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Cutwood and Shemelianenko has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Shemelianenko moves into full mount!
Shemelianenko trying to control but he's not successful this time.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Shemelianenko landing punches.
Shemelianenko goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Cutwood is on top in guard.
Shemelianenko has his foot on Cutwood's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Cutwood works his way back into a safe position though.
Cutwood trying to control the position from guard on top but Shemelianenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cutwood looking to pass the guard.
Cutwood is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Cutwood sitting in guard here, content to control.
Shemelianenko looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Cutwood is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Shemelianenko working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Cutwood doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Cutwood manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Cutwood looking to sit in guard and control but Shemelianenko gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cutwood tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Feodor Shemelianenko had his way with Carlos Cutwood in that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Shemelianenko.
Shemelianenko throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Shemelianenko wants to slow Cutwood down by chopping away at his legs.
Shemelianenko throws a quick inside leg kick.
Shemelianenko uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cutwood.
Cutwood fails with the takedown.
Cutwood misses with the combination.
Cutwood misses with a kick to the body.
Shemelianenko fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Cutwood has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shemelianenko instigates a clinch.
Shemelianenko tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Cutwood goes for a takedown attempt but Shemelianenko pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Cutwood fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Shemelianenko manages to avoid it.
Cutwood is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Shemelianenko avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Shemelianenko tries to land a front kick but Cutwood steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Shemelianenko thuds a left hand into Cutwood's body.
Cutwood tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Shemelianenko with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Shemelianenko uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Cutwood takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Shemelianenko cracks the inside of Cutwood's front leg.
Cutwood throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Shemelianenko misses the shot to the body.
Shemelianenko keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Feodor Shemelianenko has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Carlos Cutwood.
Cutwood has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Cutwood walks into a jab.
Shemelianenko with a nice cross.
Feodor Shemelianenko is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cutwood ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Horrible takedown attempt by Cutwood or perhaps it was just good defense by Shemelianenko, which made it look bad.
Shemelianenko connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Shemelianenko fails with a takedown attempt.
Cutwood comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Shemelianenko avoids a kick to the body.
Cutwood loads up on a big right hand but Shemelianenko slips the punch.
Cutwood moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Cutwood swings away with a body shot that misses
and Shemelianenko counters with a head kick. That will keep Cutwood thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Shemelianenko scoring well with a low kick there.
Shemelianenko lands with a thumping leg kick.
Shemelianenko jabs at Cutwood's body.
Cutwood avoids the head kick by Shemelianenko.
Cutwood drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Carlos Cutwood has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Shemelianenko sizes up Cutwood with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Cutwood ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Shemelianenko moves away.
Shemelianenko fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Shemelianenko lands a front kick.
Cutwood tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Shemelianenko paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Shemelianenko tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Cutwood is able to avoid easily.
Shemelianenko throws a predictable looking body shot
and Cutwood counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Cutwood connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Cutwood on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Shemelianenko moves out of range of the leg kick from Cutwood.
Cutwood has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Cutwood dodges the punch combination from Shemelianenko.
Shemelianenko throws a leg kick which misses Cutwood's front leg but catches the back leg as Cutwood tries to avoid it.
Cutwood throws a body shot but no joy.
Shemelianenko clinches.
Cutwood misses with a hook to the ribs.
Cutwood comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Cutwood gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Shemelianenko has a couple of punches blocked by Cutwood.
Shemelianenko is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Cutwood is keeping busy.
Cutwood lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Feodor Shemelianenko's cut is getting worse.
A short right from Shemelianenko on the inside.
Cutwood drops down looking for an ankle pick but Shemelianenko pulls his leg out and moves away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Feodor Shemelianenko showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Shemelianenko 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 49:46
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 49:46
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Feodor Shemelianenko!
Feodor Shemelianenko is the new heavyweight champion!
A victorious Feodor Shemelianenko thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
In defeat, Carlos Cutwood stepped up to the mic, saying 'Thanks for the chance to show the world what I'm capable of. Tonight wasn't my night but I'll come back better next time.'.
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Sergei Dragunov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Venum Tree Knee Dad (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Dragunov comes to the cage accompanied by 2pac-Uppercut. Tree Knee Dad has chosen Not Falling by Mudvayne as his entrance music. Sergei Dragunov has a significant reach advantage - let's see if he can make it count.
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152 lbs
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World class boxer
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Excellent MT
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the featherweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
41 - 15 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Sergei Dragunov!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
20 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Venum Tree Knee Dad!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Ian Loll and Elvis Blanc.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tree Knee Dad blocks a leg kick.
Dragunov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Dragunov throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tree Knee Dad.
Tree Knee Dad drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Dragunov defends it well.
Tree Knee Dad with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Dragunov to score with a decent uppercut.
Dragunov loads up on a big right hand but Tree Knee Dad slips the punch.
Dragunov really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Tree Knee Dad throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Dragunov throws the left hand but Tree Knee Dad avoids the punch easily.
Dragunov misses with a left hand
and Dragunov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tree Knee Dad dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice defenses there by Tree Knee Dad.
Tree Knee Dad misses with a takedown attempt - Dragunov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Dragunov misses with a wild combination.
Tree Knee Dad cracks the inside of Dragunov's front leg.
Tree Knee Dad takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dragunov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tree Knee Dad fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tree Knee Dad throws a right and a left that Dragunov avoids nicely.
Dragunov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tree Knee Dad.
Tree Knee Dad misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Nice straight punches there by Tree Knee Dad. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tree Knee Dad.
Dragunov misses with a lunging right hand
and Tree Knee Dad counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Dragunov!
Dragunov on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Tree Knee Dad throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Tree Knee Dad controlling from side mount.
Tree Knee Dad wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dragunov keeps working.
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!
Dragunov can't do much from the bottom here.
Dragunov pushes Tree Knee Dad away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Tree Knee Dad gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Dragunov dodges the ground and pound from Tree Knee Dad.
Dragunov is trying to escape the position but Tree Knee Dad is controlling the position.
Tree Knee Dad trying to control the position but Dragunov is working away.
Tree Knee Dad tries to move to mount but Dragunov blocks the move with his legs.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tree Knee Dad wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Dragunov, who protects the arm well.
Dragunov stops Tree Knee Dad from passing to mount.
Tree Knee Dad is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Dragunov will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Tree Knee Dad trying to control the position but Dragunov is working away.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Dragunov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dragunov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tree Knee Dad cracks Dragunov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Dragunov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Dragunov misses with a straight left.
Dragunov misses with a low kick.
Tree Knee Dad looks for a takedown but Dragunov sprawls well.
Dragunov appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Sergei Dragunov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Venum Tree Knee Dad.
Nice sprawl there from Dragunov as Tree Knee Dad shoots in.
Tree Knee Dad jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dragunov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tree Knee Dad.
Dragunov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tree Knee Dad checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A good leg kick by Dragunov.
A jab lands there for Dragunov.
Tree Knee Dad gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Dragunov.
Dragunov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tree Knee Dad.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Venum Tree Knee Dad will probably get the nod.
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.
Tree Knee Dad shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Tree Knee Dad showed some decent athleticism there.
Tree Knee Dad throws a strike but Dragunov avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Tree Knee Dad trying to control the position from guard on top but Dragunov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tree Knee Dad wants to pass the guard but Dragunov is keeping the position.
Dragunov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Tree Knee Dad trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Tree Knee Dad has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dragunov working a defensive guard but Tree Knee Dad passes into half guard.
Tree Knee Dad drops an elbow to the side of Dragunov's head.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dragunov tries to roll over but Tree Knee Dad keeps him under control.
Dragunov is staying active underneath Tree Knee Dad, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Tree Knee Dad is looking to pass Dragunov's guard but actually Dragunov recovers to full guard.
Tree Knee Dad postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Tree Knee Dad wants to pass the guard but Dragunov is keeping the position.
Dragunov keeping moving, preventing Tree Knee Dad from controlling successfully.
Dragunov has Tree Knee Dad pulled in close to control his posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tree Knee Dad throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Tree Knee Dad working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tree Knee Dad accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Dragunov throws a low kick but Tree Knee Dad avoids it.
Tree Knee Dad throws out a counter right but Dragunov avoids it with no problem.
Dragunov throws a sloppy body shot
and Tree Knee Dad counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tree Knee Dad misses with a body shot.
Tree Knee Dad displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dragunov throws out the jab.
Dragunov misses with a low kick.
Dragunov scores with a hook to the body. Tree Knee Dad takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tree Knee Dad dives in for a single leg takedown but Dragunov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Tree Knee Dad shoots in looking for a takedown. Dragunov tries to sprawl out of it but Tree Knee Dad keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Dragunov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dragunov throws a leg kick
and Tree Knee Dad counters with a nice uppercut.
Tree Knee Dad throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dragunov on the side of the head.
Tree Knee Dad misses with a takedown attempt - Dragunov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Dragunov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Sergei Dragunov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Venum Tree Knee Dad.
A punch combination from Tree Knee Dad misses.
Tree Knee Dad avoids the body shot from Dragunov.
Good leg kick by Dragunov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Dragunov throws a big shot that misses.
Dragunov lands a glancing blow to the side of Tree Knee Dad's head.
Dragunov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dragunov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Dragunov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tree Knee Dad shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Dragunov is trying to defend but Tree Knee Dad finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tree Knee Dad tries to pass the half guard into mount. Dragunov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Tree Knee Dad with the ground and pound but Dragunov uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Tree Knee Dad trying to control but Dragunov is working from the bottom.
Tree Knee Dad pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dragunov is keeping the position for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dragunov keeping moving, preventing Tree Knee Dad from controlling successfully.
Tree Knee Dad is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Venum Tree Knee Dad showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Dragunov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tree Knee Dad.
Tree Knee Dad ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dragunov cracks Tree Knee Dad with an open hand slap.
Dragunov misses with a left hand
and Tree Knee Dad counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Dragunov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tree Knee Dad.
Dragunov connects with a leg kick. Tree Knee Dad looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Tree Knee Dad shoots in for a double leg but Dragunov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Dragunov throwing a counter right hand but Tree Knee Dad manages to avoid it.
Tree Knee Dad with a poor takedown
and Dragunov counters with a stiff right hand.
Good work by Tree Knee Dad as he checks the leg kick.
Tree Knee Dad blocks the body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tree Knee Dad swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Dragunov misses with an uppercut. Tree Knee Dad saw that one coming.
Dragunov punishes Tree Knee Dad's body with a nice straight punch.
Dragunov missing with a left hand there. Tree Knee Dad was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dragunov throws a hook but Tree Knee Dad avoids it easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dragunov throws the left hand but Tree Knee Dad avoids the punch easily.
Dragunov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tree Knee Dad moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tree Knee Dad misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tree Knee Dad shoots in but no luck this time.
A quick step to the side and Dragunov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sergei Dragunov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Venum Tree Knee Dad.
Dragunov fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tree Knee Dad checks it well.
Sergei Dragunov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tree Knee Dad connects with a body shot.
Tree Knee Dad scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Dragunov thows a leg kick but Tree Knee Dad checks it
and Tree Knee Dad counters with a left to the body.
Tree Knee Dad misses with a low kick.
Tree Knee Dad fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Dragunov avoids it really well and circles away.
Dragunov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tree Knee Dad manages to avoid it.
Tree Knee Dad jabs at Dragunov's body.
Tree Knee Dad walks forward, straight into a front kick from Dragunov.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A punch combination from Tree Knee Dad misses.
Tree Knee Dad needs to keep his hands up - Dragunov had a free shot at his head there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tree Knee Dad will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Tree Knee Dad swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dragunov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tree Knee Dad.
Tree Knee Dad gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A nice leg kick lands there from Dragunov.
Dragunov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tree Knee Dad.
A big right from Dragunov misses.
Tree Knee Dad misses with a hook. Dragunov ducked under it nicely.
Tree Knee Dad bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dragunov misses the jab.
Dragunov throws an off balance right hand
and Tree Knee Dad counters with a nice body shot.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tree Knee Dad throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dragunov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tree Knee Dad lands a jab to the nose.
A left lands for Dragunov.
Tree Knee Dad dives in and grabs Dragunov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Dragunov pushes down on Tree Knee Dad's head and hops out.
Dragunov throws a body shot but no joy.
Tree Knee Dad dodges the punch combination from Dragunov.
Tree Knee Dad scores with a nice strike.
Tree Knee Dad avoids the body shot from Dragunov.
Tree Knee Dad bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Dragunov's head.
Dragunov looks to land a right hand but Tree Knee Dad moved out of range.
Dragunov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Dragunov tried to counter with a leg kick but Tree Knee Dad avoided it.
Dragunov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tree Knee Dad shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Tree Knee Dad showed some decent athleticism there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tree Knee Dad is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Dragunov keeping control of the position.
Tree Knee Dad content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Tree Knee Dad throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Dragunov to regain full guard.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Sergei Dragunov did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
Dragunov scores with a decent looking hook.
Dragunov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dragunov throws a low kick but Tree Knee Dad avoids it.
Tree Knee Dad changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tree Knee Dad takes one on the button.
Dragunov misses the jab.
The fighters circling - Tree Knee Dad throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tree Knee Dad lands with a nice body punch.
Tree Knee Dad keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Dragunov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Dragunov misses with a low kick.
Tree Knee Dad is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dragunov misses with a hook.
Dragunov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tree Knee Dad's hands.
Dragunov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tree Knee Dad was well out of range. Poor timing from Dragunov.
Dragunov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Dragunov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dragunov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dragunov misses with a looping left.
Tree Knee Dad connects with a leg kick. Dragunov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Dragunov throws a lazy uppercut
and Tree Knee Dad makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Dragunov takes one to the chin there.
Tree Knee Dad throws a left and a right that both miss
and Tree Knee Dad takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tree Knee Dad is looking to chop away at Dragunov's legs.
Dragunov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tree Knee Dad sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tree Knee Dad swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tree Knee Dad lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Tree Knee Dad jabs Dragunov right on the nose. Dragunov blinks but takes it well.
Nice shot by Tree Knee Dad.
Tree Knee Dad has a takedown stuffed.
Tree Knee Dad throws a leg kick
and Dragunov counters with a thumping low kick.
Dragunov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dragunov clobbers Tree Knee Dad with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tree Knee Dad shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Tree Knee Dad trying to control the action but Dragunov is working from the bottom.
Tree Knee Dad looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Tree Knee Dad is thwarting Dragunov's attempts to control the position.
Tree Knee Dad is trying to control. Dragunov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tree Knee Dad performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Tree Knee Dad is working for a kimura but Dragunov is defending it quite comfortably.
Dragunov pushes Tree Knee Dad off looking to stand but Tree Knee Dad dives back in and keeps control.
Dragunov manages to get to full guard.
Tree Knee Dad pushes down on Dragunov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
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.
Dragunov wants to get back to his feet.
Tree Knee Dad trying to control from Dragunov's half guard. Dragunov has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Tree Knee Dad working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Tree Knee Dad sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Dragunov misses the jab.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Venum Tree Knee Dad 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. This is the final round!
A lazy body kick from Dragunov
and Tree Knee Dad counters with an outside leg kick.
Tree Knee Dad looking to score a takedown here. Dragunov is defending well but Tree Knee Dad drives through and ends up in Dragunov's guard.
Tree Knee Dad trying to control the position from guard on top but Dragunov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dragunov keeping full guard, as Tree Knee Dad tries to pass.
Tree Knee Dad trying to control the position from guard on top but Dragunov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tree Knee Dad throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tree Knee Dad trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dragunov looking to control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tree Knee Dad wants to pass the guard but Dragunov is keeping the position.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Tree Knee Dad shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Dragunov pinned against the cage. Dragunov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Tree Knee Dad misses with a body shot.
Tree Knee Dad takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Dragunov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Jab, jab by Dragunov - just one landing.
An inside leg kick from Dragunov misses.
Dragunov slips under a jab from Tree Knee Dad.
Tree Knee Dad misses the jab.
Sergei Dragunov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dragunov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Tree Knee Dad.
Sergei Dragunov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Venum Tree Knee Dad.
Tree Knee Dad shoots in for a takedown but Dragunov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Dragunov looks to throw the jab but Tree Knee Dad is out of range.
Dragunov connects with a body shot.
Tree Knee Dad shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Dragunov as he avoids it easily.
Tree Knee Dad is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Tree Knee Dad misses with a wild body shot.
Tree Knee Dad ducks right into an uppercut from Dragunov.
Sergei Dragunov is winning the standup battle so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tree Knee Dad misses the jab.
Tree Knee Dad misses with a wild combination.
Tree Knee Dad throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dragunov misses with a body shot.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A jab lands there for Dragunov.
Tree Knee Dad connects with a leg kick. Dragunov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Tree Knee Dad uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dragunov.
Tree Knee Dad shoots in and drives through. Dragunov sprawls well.
Dragunov takes a swing at Tree Knee Dad's ribcage but misses.
Dragunov is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Decent striking displayed by Tree Knee Dad there.
Venum Tree Knee Dad is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Tree Knee Dad throws a hook to the side of Dragunov's head but Dragunov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
An attempted straight right counter from Dragunov misses the target.
Dragunov loads up on a big right hand but Tree Knee Dad slips the punch.
Dragunov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tree Knee Dad dives in for a single leg takedown but Dragunov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Nice straight punches there by Dragunov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Dragunov.
Tree Knee Dad throws a looping overhand right but Dragunov ducks down to avoid it.
Dragunov throws an overhand right that lands on Tree Knee Dad's shoulder, as Tree Knee Dad tries to avoid the shot.
Tree Knee Dad changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Dragunov looks to score with a jab to the body but Tree Knee Dad is just out of range.
Tree Knee Dad shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Dragunov but Dragunov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Tree Knee Dad looks for a takedown but Dragunov sprawls well.
Dragunov throws a low kick but Tree Knee Dad moves out of range easily.
Dragunov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dragunov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tree Knee Dad sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dragunov throws a leg kick
and Tree Knee Dad counters with a two punch combo.
Good work by Dragunov as he checks the leg kick.
Dragunov misses with a body punch
and Tree Knee Dad counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Tree Knee Dad uses his free foot to push down on Dragunov's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Dragunov.
Dragunov is bucking up trying to escape but Tree Knee Dad cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Venum Tree Knee Dad.
I think Tree Knee Dad 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 47:49
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 47:49
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 47:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Venum Tree Knee Dad! Venum Tree Knee Dad retains his featherweight title!
A victorious Venum Tree Knee Dad thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Sergei Dragunov was interviewed post fight and said 'Revenge is like the sweetest joy next to getting pussy so mothafucka!! i fucking demand a rematch or else get me some pussy to fuck hard.'.
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Brandon Marsden (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bam Margera (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Marsden comes to the cage accompanied by Feiticeira by Deftones. Margera has chosen Clutch - The Regulator as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the lightweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
25 - 18 - 1, fighting out of Montreal, Brandon Marsden!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
26 - 14 - 1, fighting out of Montreal, Bam Margera!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Gregory Folan and William Peck.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Marsden misses with a head kick.
Brandon Marsden seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Marsden throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Marsden lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Margera misses with a leg kick.
Margera wants to slow Marsden down by chopping away at his legs.
Margera avoids the body shot from Marsden.
Marsden swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Margera.
Marsden closes the distance and clinches up with Margera, looking for a takedown. Marsden pushes Margera against the cage but Margera circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Margera tries to counter by closing the distance.
Margera throws a leg kick that misses.
Marsden half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
We've been hearing reports that Marsden has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Marsden cracks Margera with an open hand slap.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Margera throws a body shot but no joy.
Marsden fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Marsden misses with a takedown
and Margera counters with a nice uppercut.
Margera missing with a left hand there. Marsden was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Marsden uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Margera.
Marsden throws a right and a left that both miss.
It seemed like Margera was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Marsden moves out of range as Margera strikes.
Marsden thinks about countering with a body kick.
Marsden shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Margera as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brandon Marsden. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Marsden pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Margera looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Marsden falls off balance throwing a combination
and Margera counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Margera ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marsden moves away.
Margera moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Nice jab there from Marsden.
Margera looks to throw the jab but Marsden is out of range.
Marsden appears to be looking for a big counter.
Marsden wants to land a leg kick but Margera is out of range.
Margera tries to work over Marsden's front leg with a kick but Marsden checks it.
Margera misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Margera scoring well with a low kick there.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Marsden has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Margera.
Margera has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Margera avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Margera is looking to chop away at Marsden's legs.
Marsden fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Margera looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Marsden avoids the body shot from Margera.
Margera goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Marsden misses with a body kick.
Marsden moves out of range of the body kick from Margera.
Margera throws a leg kick but Marsden sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Margera takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Margera staying out of range there.
No joy there for Marsden, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Margera cracks the inside of Marsden's front leg.
Marsden dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Margera. That did some damage!
Bam Margera is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Margera scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Marsden looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Margera was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Margera tries a head kick but it misses.
Marsden decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Marsden not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Marsden has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Margera is looking to control Marsden's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Margera avoid being mounted?
Margera is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Marsden is staying active.
Marsden prevents Margera from improving his position.
Margera avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Marsden.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Marsden takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Marsden wants to pass the guard but Margera is defending well.
Marsden wants to lay and pray for a moment but Margera keeps working.
Margera wants to get back to full guard.
Marsden looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Margera wants to control but Marsden is keeping busy.
Marsden thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Margera's head.
Margera tries to roll over but Marsden keeps him under control.
Margera felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of 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!
Marsden is looking for a kimura here.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Brandon Marsden dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
A jab lands there for Margera.
Marsden throws a body shot but no joy.
Margera flicks out a counter leg kick but Marsden steps away.
Marsden gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Margera counters with a straight right hand.
Marsden moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A solid leg kick lands there for Marsden.
Margera on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Marsden attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marsden checks the leg kick nicely there.
Marsden blocks a low kick nicely.
Marsden was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Marsden bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Marsden misses with a looping left.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Marsden keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Marsden misses with a low kick.
Margera throws a body shot but no joy.
Margera slips a jab and a cross from Marsden.
Marsden moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Marsden misses with a right hand
and Margera counters with a good low kick that Marsden was not able to check.
Margera throws a jab but it's blocked by Marsden.
Marsden cracks the inside of Margera's front leg.
Margera throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Margera scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Marsden scores with a kick to the body.
Margera avoids the body shot from Marsden.
Margera looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Marsden tries a head kick but it misses.
Brandon Marsden is winning the standup battle so far.
A chopping leg kick lands by Margera.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Marsden fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Margera sprawls well initially but Marsden persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Marsden is looking to take a break and control but Margera is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Margera is doing well to control the position and prevent Marsden from advancing to side control.
Marsden is thwarting Margera's attempts to control the position.
Marsden prevents Margera from improving his position.
Marsden is pressing down on Margera's thigh, looking to free his foot. Margera is holding on for now.
Marsden 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.
Margera tries to get to full guard but Marsden has control of the leg.
Margera keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Marsden not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Marsden wants to pass the guard but Margera is defending well.
Margera moves into full guard.
Margera trying to control the position.
Margera managing to control the position.
Marsden throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Margera works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Margera is adopting a defensive guard.
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.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Brandon Marsden is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Marsden takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Donk. Marsden catches Margera right on the button with a cross.
Marsden connects with a jab.
Margera misses with a head kick.
Margera scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Marsden shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Margera pinned against the cage. Margera gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Marsden keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Margera.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Brandon Marsden 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.
Margera's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Marsden connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Margera scrambles back to his feet.
Margera throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Margera is looking to slow Marsden down with leg kicks.
Margera lands with a thumping leg kick.
Margera throws a head kick that half lands.
Margera scores with a leg kick.
Margera takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Marsden tries to bum rush Margera with a series of wild strikes but Margera uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Jab from Marsden.
Marsden misses with a takedown attempt - Margera sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Margera defending well as Marsden loads up on a big left hand.
Marsden tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A jab from Marsden does it's job there.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Marsden scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Marsden fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A bone on bone clash there as Marsden blocks the leg kick.
Marsden will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Margera misses with a low kick.
Margera throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Marsden scores with a sloppy right hand. Margera should have avoided that one.
Marsden tries to bum rush Margera with a series of wild strikes but Margera uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Margera takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Marsden is looking to slow Margera down with leg kicks.
Margera keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Marsden.
Good exchange - Marsden coming out on top.
Marsden lands a nice shot to the body.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Marsden shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Margera is trying to defend but Marsden finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Marsden moves into full mount! Margera won't be happy about that!
Margera tries to hold on but Marsden postures up.
Margera might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Marsden haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Marsden with the ground and pound from mount.
Marsden thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Margera is trying desperately to improve position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Margera prevents any damage by holding on tight.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Margera wants to control but Marsden is having none of it.
Marsden controlling the pace for now.
Margera avoids a series of strikes thrown by Marsden.
Margera defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Marsden.
Marsden scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Margera?
Marsden scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Margera?
Marsden looking to ground and pound but Margera is blocking nicely.
Margera regains half guard.
Marsden is pressing down on Margera's thigh, looking to free his foot. Margera is holding on for now.
Marsden throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Margera is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Brandon Marsden overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Margera manages to get to full guard.
Margera is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Marsden content to stall in guard here.
Marsden wants to control from the top but Margera keeps moving.
Marsden working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Brandon Marsden clearly takes that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Marsden throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Margera on the side of the head.
Margera throws a head kick that misses.
Margera throws a leg kick that misses.
Margera throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Marsden throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Margera tries a quick counter leg kick but Marsden is wise to it.
Margera avoids a kick to the body.
Margera counters with a body kick.
Marsden throws a poor cross that misses
and Margera counters with a low kick, right behind Marsden 's knee.
Marsden dives in and grabs Margera's left leg, looking for a takedown. Margera pushes down on Marsden's head and hops out.
Margera counters with a body kick.
Marsden looks for the body kick but Margera saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Margera looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Margera tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Marsden connects with a jab.
Marsden throws a low kick but Margera moves out of range easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Marsden thuds his right hand into Margera's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Marsden misses with a hook.
Nice jab there from Margera.
Marsden is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Margera throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Marsden is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Margera now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Marsden dives in and grabs Margera's left leg, looking for a takedown. Margera pushes down on Marsden's head and hops out.
Marsden tries a head kick but it misses.
Margera moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Marsden is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Margera can do to turn this around?
Marsden throws a jab but it's blocked by Margera.
Margera throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Margera lands with a hook. Marsden tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Marsden misses with a looping left.
Marsden misses with a head kick.
Marsden gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Marsden looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Margera is fending him off so far but Marsden persists. Nope, Margera circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brandon Marsden. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Margera checks the leg kick.
Margera throws out a counter right but Marsden avoids it with no problem.
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!
Marsden misses with a hook
and Margera counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Marsden gets a double leg takedown into Margera's guard.
Marsden is fighting to break Margera's control of his arms but Margera is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Margera trying to keep a closed guard but Marsden is proving a slippery customer.
Margera controlling the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Marsden wants to pass the guard but Margera is keeping the position.
Margera has control of Marsden's left arm, preventing Marsden from doing any damage.
Marsden throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Margera works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Marsden thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Marsden throws the kick towards the body but Margera avoids it.
Margera goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Margera tries to close the distance and clinch up but Marsden swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Margera misses with a straight right.
Marsden cracks Margera with an open hand slap.
Margera lands with a thumping leg kick.
Margera steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Marsden.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Margera throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Marsden counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Marsden throws a nice looking combination but Margera bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Margera slips a jab and a cross from Marsden.
A chopping leg kick lands by Marsden.
A clash of legs there as Margera blocks the low kick.
Margera uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Margera lands with a good body shot.
Margera chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Margera keeps Marsden at a distance using the push kick.
Marsden lands a nice leg kick that just misses Margera's sensitive parts.
Marsden moves away from the strike by Margera.
Marsden steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Margera.
Marsden 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.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Brandon Marsden will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
Margera chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Marsden can pounce on him.
Margera lands a glancing blow to the side of Marsden's head.
Marsden misses with a looping right.
A lazy left from Marsden finds it's target.
Marsden keeps the fight on the outside.
Margera throws a head kick that misses.
Marsden misses with a series of wild punches.
Marsden slips a straight right by Margera.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marsden lands a nice leg kick that just misses Margera's sensitive parts.
Margera takes a swing at Marsden's ribcage but misses.
Marsden shoots in but Margera avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Marsden throws a body punch but Margera moves out of range.
Margera throws out a counter right but Marsden avoids it with no problem.
Margera tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Margera misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Marsden bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Margera ducks under a wild hook from Marsden.
Marsden throws a looping overhand right but Margera ducks down to avoid it.
Margera is looking to score with low kicks.
Marsden swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Margera.
Margera takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Marsden throws a low kick, looking for Margera's leg but Margera calmly moves out of range.
Margera looks to land a body kick but Marsden moved away.
Margera keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bam Margera has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Margera stuffs the takedown attempt from Marsden. Marsden gets slowly back to his feet.
Margera steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Margera misses with a wild body shot.
Margera wants to slow Marsden down by chopping away at his legs.
Marsden with a lazy takedown attempt
and Margera counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brandon Marsden. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Marsden throws an overhand right that lands on Margera's shoulder, as Margera tries to avoid the shot.
Marsden takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Marsden drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Marsden keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Marsden moves out of range of the leg kick from Margera.
Marsden misses with a body shot.
Marsden tries for a takedown but Margera sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Margera looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Marsden throws a head kick that misses
and Margera counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Marsden lands with a nice combination. Margera backs away looking to recover.
Margera has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Marsden changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Margera looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Margera tries to control but Marsden manages to take his back.
Margera is trying to break free.
Margera just trying to survive but Marsden is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Margera wants to escape the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Marsden missing with strikes from the back.
Marsden missing with strikes from the back.
Marsden is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Margera has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Marsden doesn't have the hooks in and Margera manages to turn into his guard.
Marsden looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Marsden wants to sweep but no luck.
Marsden has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Margera can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Marsden is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brandon Marsden showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Marsden 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 50:45
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 50:45
Judge William Peck scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brandon Marsden!
Brandon Marsden is the new lightweight champion!
Post fight, Brandon Marsden took to the microphone: 'A weakling like you doesn't deserve fists to fight with, now go fade to nothingness!'.
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