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T96: The Reaper Awakens PBP Commentary |
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Tino Kallio (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Marvin Andrews (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Kallio comes to the cage accompanied by Atomic Rooster - Death Walks Behind You. Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!
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Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division. Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner. With a record of
8 - 5 - 1, fighting out of London, Tino Kallio! And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of
8 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Marvin Andrews! The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, Andrew Berry and Donald Grub.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Andrews fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kallio manages to avoid it. Kallio throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Kallio throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body. Kallio throws a right hand that misses
and Andrews holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. Kallio gets underhooks to prevent Andrews's takedown attempt.
Andrews has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kallio avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. Andrews lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Andrews is looking for a takedown. Tino Kallio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marvin Andrews. Andrews tries to pull guard but Kallio holds him up against the cage and eventually Andrews drops back down to his feet.
Andrews has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Kallio uses from the top position. Andrews controls Kallio momentarily but Kallio frees himself. Kallio has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Andrews is proving hard to escape from. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Our spies down at at SWF GYM - JUDO 'n' MMA inform us that Andrews has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
That's one minute gone in the round. Andrews trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from! Kallio wants to stand but Andrews is controlling his posture from full guard. The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Andrews shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kallio as he avoids it easily. Andrews fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Kallio sprawls well initially but Andrews persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Andrews trying to control the action but Kallio is working from the bottom. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Andrews lands a nice short elbow.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Kallio regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Andrews. Andrews looking to sit in guard and control but Kallio gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Kallio wanted to stand there but Andrews had control of the position. Andrews working for a triangle but Kallio defends it easily.
Kallio would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. Andrews is looking for a triangle but Kallio pushes his legs off easily.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Kallio got a little sloppy there for a moment and Andrews has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kallio has managed to get both his arms back between Andrews's legs - danger averted. Kallio wants to get up but he can't break Andrews's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Kallio looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Kallio looks to land a combination but Andrews avoids it well. Kallio throws a right and a left that both miss. Kallio misses with an uppercut. Andrews saw that one coming.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Kallio throws a series of punches but Andrews moves out of range. Kallio lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Andrews wants to clinch up but Kallio keeps it at a distance. Tino Kallio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Andrews lets loose with a powerful body kick. Kallio will feel that in the morning. Kallio throws a series of punches but Andrews moves out of range. Kallio stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kallio wants it to stay on the feet. Kallio connects with a leg kick. Andrews looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Andrews.
Kallio throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Nice body kick there by Andrews. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Kallio cracks Andrews with a right hand to the side of the head. Kallio lands a jab. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Andrews wants to clinch. Andrews avoids the head kick by Kallio.
Andrews closes the distance and pushes Kallio back into the cage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Tino Kallio will probably get the nod. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Andrews avoids the head kick by Kallio.
Kallio throws a head kick that misses. Andrews lands a glancing blow to the side of Kallio's head. Kallio goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Kallio fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. A slapping body kick lands there for Kallio. Andrews darts in trying to clinch enabling Kallio to counter with a crisp jab. Andrews keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Marvin Andrews is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Andrews goes for a double leg but Kallio avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kallio continues to drive forward. Kallio throws out a token jab with nothing on it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kallio misses with a low kick. Kallio connects with a looping right hand.
Andrews shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kallio sprawls well. Kallio wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Andrews gets slowly back to his feet. Kallio thinks about countering with a body kick.
That's one minute gone in the round. A big left from Kallio misses. Andrews moves in looking to clinch but Kallio pushes him off. Kallio is looking to slow Andrews down with leg kicks. Andrews blocks a low kick nicely. Kallio scores with a nice body kick.
Andrews moves out of range as Kallio throws a body kick.
Nice takedown defense from Kallio. No joy for Andrews on that attempt. Tino Kallio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marvin Andrews. Andrews bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Andrews looks to clinch and Kallio counters with a good low kick that Andrews was not able to check. Andrews closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Kallio quickly recovers to half guard. Kallio tries to get to full guard but Andrews has control of the leg. Kallio is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Andrews can do to turn this around? Andrews is looking for a kimura but Kallio is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Andrews to get the leverage. Andrews not landing any meaningful shots this time.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Andrews seems to be looking for submissions.
Andrews is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Andrews landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Andrews is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. Andrews prevents Kallio from improving his position. Andrews looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Andrews is looking for a kimura but Kallio is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Andrews to get the leverage. Kallio is trying to get back to full guard. Andrews is trying to work for a kimura but Kallio is defending well.
Andrews is working for a kimura but Kallio is defending it quite comfortably.
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. Andrews trying to control from half guard but Kallio is working away. Andrews working Kallio over with strikes. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Andrews sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kallio defending well though. Andrews slips a nice elbow through Kallio's hands, connecting with Kallio's forehead. Kallio is refusing to be controlled, as Andrews sits in half guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tino Kallio dominated that second round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
Kallio looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kallio misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kallio lets loose with a powerful body kick. Andrews will feel that in the morning. Andrews closes the distance and pushes Kallio back into the cage. Kallio's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Andrews walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Kallio jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Andrews throws a low kick but Kallio avoids it. Andrews has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kallio finds it's way round the side to connect with Andrews's head. Kallio misses with a kick to the body.
No joy there for Kallio, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kallio. Andrews changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Kallio throws an overhand right that lands on Andrews's shoulder, as Andrews tries to avoid the shot. Kallio's jab looks to have found its range, popping Andrews under the eye. This has been an exciting period of action! Andrews tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kallio sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Andrews somewhat.
That's one minute gone in the round. A big right from Kallio misses. Kallio tries to keep at a distance but Andrews has taken the fight into the clinch. Kallio lands a left hand.
Andrews is looking for a takedown. Kallio working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Andrews keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Kallio's efforts to push away. Kallio struggles to land a body shot inside as Andrews controls his hands.
Kallio tries to break the clinch but Andrews is controlling the position. A frustrated look appears on Kallio's face as he tries to break the clinch. Kallio is looking to break free of the clinch but Andrews has double underhooks. Andrews has picked Kallio up - he's going for a ride! Andrews dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Andrews trying to control from half guard but Kallio is working away. Andrews not doing much here.
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. Andrews prevents Kallio from improving his position. Andrews throwing shots but Kallio is blocking nicely. Andrews trying to control the action but Kallio is working from the bottom. Kallio is pressing down on Andrews's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Andrews in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Kallio keeping moving, preventing Andrews from controlling successfully. The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Kallio tries a head kick but it misses.
Kallio throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Andrews with a jab. Kallio tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Kallio throws a wild body kick that Andrews sees coming a mile off. Andrews is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Andrews moves out of range of the body kick. Andrews uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kallio. Kallio throws the kick towards the body but Andrews avoids it.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Andrews throws a series of punches but Kallio avoids them all with ease. Andrews shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Andrews goes for a double leg but Kallio avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kallio continues to drive forward. Tino Kallio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marvin Andrews. Andrews wants to clinch up but Kallio keeps it at a distance. Kallio looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger. Kallio plants his feet and lands a nice head kick! Marvin Andrews has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Kallio lands with a nice combination. Andrews backs away looking to recover.
Andrews is rocked! Tino Kallio is winning the standup battle so far. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Kallio cracks Andrews with a hook to the temple - Andrews is on wobbly legs here! Kallio swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Andrews falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Kallio wins by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:33 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Tino Kallio! Tino Kallio really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that V-Mask Clothing (10%) logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Alvin Aguilar (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sergio Aguilar (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Alvin Aguilar comes to the cage accompanied by Drector's Cut by Kamikazee. Alvin Aguilar is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.
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193 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division. Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner. With a record of
11 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Alvin Aguilar! And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of
8 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Sergio Aguilar! The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Colin Fotheringham and William Gold.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Alvin Aguilar lands a jab to the nose. Alvin Aguilar misses with a leg kick. A punch lands to the side of Alvin Aguilar 's head but he takes it in his stride. Good exchange - Sergio Aguilar coming out on top. Alvin Aguilar closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Sergio Aguilar avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Alvin Aguilar misses the shot to the body. Alvin Aguilar throws a big shot that misses. A slow jab from Alvin Aguilar misses its intended target. Alvin Aguilar throws a hook but Sergio Aguilar avoids it easily. Alvin Aguilar on the wrong end of a nice jab. Sergio Aguilar throws a sloppy body shot
and Alvin Aguilar connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Alvin Aguilar takes one to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Alvin Aguilar slips a straight right by Sergio Aguilar. Sergio Aguilar throws the left hand but Alvin Aguilar avoids the punch easily. Alvin Aguilar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sergio Aguilar.
Sergio Aguilar ducks right into an uppercut from Alvin Aguilar. Alvin Aguilar will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Sergio Aguilar tries to clinch up and Alvin Aguilar counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
That's one minute gone in the round. Alvin Aguilar bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Alvin Aguilar loads up on a big right hand but Sergio Aguilar slips the punch. Alvin Aguilar getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Sergio Aguilar ducks under a wild hook from Alvin Aguilar. Sergio Aguilar wants to clinch up but Alvin Aguilar keeps it at a distance. A punch lands to the side of Alvin Aguilar 's head but he takes it in his stride. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Alvin Aguilar, as that shot connected.
Alvin Aguilar connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Alvin Aguilar bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sergio Aguilar's head. Sergio Aguilar throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Alvin Aguilar connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Sergio Aguilar jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action! Sergio Aguilar shoots in and drives through. Alvin Aguilar sprawls well. Alvin Aguilar looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Alvin Aguilar throws a left and a right that both miss
and Sergio Aguilar counters with a nice double leg into side control. Alvin Aguilar won't be happy with that. Sergio Aguilar tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Alvin Aguilar is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Sergio Aguilar off and has taken his back!
That's two minutes gone in the round. Alvin Aguilar trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Sergio Aguilar doesn't escape. Sergio Aguilar tries to escape the position.
Alvin Aguilar keeps control of the position easily here as Sergio Aguilar tries to buck him off.
Sergio Aguilar is keeping busy.
Alvin Aguilar scores with punches to the body. Alvin Aguilar throwing sloppy strikes. Sergio Aguilar trying to control the action but Alvin Aguilar just sinks the hooks in. The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Alvin Aguilar's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
That's three minutes gone in the round. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Sergio Aguilar can't escape the position.
Sergio Aguilar is taking damage to the body and head. Alvin Aguilar connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Sergio Aguilar to escape the position.
Alvin Aguilar scores with punches from the back.
Sergio Aguilar staying busy and making it hard for Alvin Aguilar to control. Alvin Aguilar controlling well, preventing Sergio Aguilar from escaping the position.
Sergio Aguilar keeps trying to improve his position. Sergio Aguilar is persisting with the attempt to improve his position. Alvin Aguilar throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch. Sergio Aguilar tries to break free.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Alvin Aguilar scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Alvin Aguilar controls the position. Sergio Aguilar is really stuck here.
Sergio Aguilar breaks Alvin Aguilar's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Alvin Aguilar 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. Alvin Aguilar keeping moving, preventing Sergio Aguilar from controlling successfully. Sergio Aguilar drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sergio Aguilar jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Sergio Aguilar stands and throws Alvin Aguilar's legs to the side, diving into side control. Sergio Aguilar wants to lay and pray for a moment but Alvin Aguilar keeps working. Alvin Aguilar tries to improve position but can't. Alvin Aguilar sneaks back into half guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alvin Aguilar dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Alvin Aguilar drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Alvin Aguilar pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sergio Aguilar is keeping the position for now. Sergio Aguilar is trying to keep Alvin Aguilar in close.
Alvin Aguilar won't allow Sergio Aguilar to sweep him here. Alvin Aguilar trying to control the position from guard on top but Sergio Aguilar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Alvin Aguilar stopping the sweep attempt from Sergio Aguilar. Alvin Aguilar throws a big elbow that misses. Sergio Aguilar looking to hit a scissor sweep but Alvin Aguilar is one step ahead there. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Alvin Aguilar wants to control from the top but Sergio Aguilar keeps moving. Sergio Aguilar had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Alvin Aguilar defends it easily.
That's one minute gone in the round. Alvin Aguilar trying to control but Sergio Aguilar is working from the bottom. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sergio Aguilar is on top in guard.
Alvin Aguilar keeping moving, preventing Sergio Aguilar from controlling successfully. Alvin Aguilar overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Sergio Aguilar stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Alvin Aguilar swivels though and keeps the full guard. Alvin Aguilar wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Sergio Aguilar is now in half guard. Alvin Aguilar trying to control from the bottom.
Sergio Aguilar looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Alvin Aguilar wants to get back to full guard. Alvin Aguilar actively working from the bottom here.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Alvin Aguilar tries to roll over but Sergio Aguilar keeps him under control. Sergio Aguilar seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Alvin Aguilar does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Alvin Aguilar won't allow Sergio Aguilar to pass to mount. Alvin Aguilar moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Sergio Aguilar preventing the sweep. Sergio Aguilar wants to pass the guard but Alvin Aguilar is keeping the position. Sergio Aguilar wants to control from the top but Alvin Aguilar keeps moving. Sergio Aguilar stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Alvin Aguilar swivels though and keeps the full guard. Alvin Aguilar is trying to control the position from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Alvin Aguilar bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sergio Aguilar's guard. Alvin Aguilar wants to control from the top but Sergio Aguilar keeps moving. Alvin Aguilar postures up and lands a big shot to Sergio Aguilar's brow. Sergio Aguilar is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sergio Aguilar has his foot on Alvin Aguilar's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Alvin Aguilar works his way back into a safe position though. Alvin Aguilar stopping the sweep attempt from Sergio Aguilar. Alvin Aguilar trying to control the position from guard on top but Sergio Aguilar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Alvin Aguilar passes easily into side control. Nice work. Alvin Aguilar wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sergio Aguilar keeps working.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Sergio Aguilar gets back to half guard. Alvin Aguilar prevents Sergio Aguilar from improving his position. Alvin Aguilar lands strikes from half guard. Alvin Aguilar working the head and body with strikes. Alvin Aguilar lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Alvin Aguilar wants to take a breather but Sergio Aguilar is having none of it. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Sergio Aguilar tries to roll over but Alvin Aguilar keeps him under control. Alvin Aguilar stalling away here and it's allowed Sergio Aguilar to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. Alvin Aguilar loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alvin Aguilar dominated that second round. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
Sergio Aguilar ducks under a wild hook from Alvin Aguilar. Sergio Aguilar rushes Alvin Aguilar and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Sergio Aguilar stalling in the clinch.
Sergio Aguilar manages to break the clinch.
Alvin Aguilar is winning the standup battle so far. Alvin Aguilar closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Alvin Aguilar lands in his opponent's guard. Alvin Aguilar controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Alvin Aguilar got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sergio Aguilar has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Alvin Aguilar has managed to get both his arms back between Sergio Aguilar's legs - danger averted. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Alvin Aguilar accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sergio Aguilar keeping moving, preventing Alvin Aguilar from controlling successfully. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Alvin Aguilar's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
That's one minute gone in the round. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Alvin Aguilar accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Sergio Aguilar is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Alvin Aguilar defends well. Alvin Aguilar passes Sergio Aguilar's right leg, so he's now in half guard. Sergio Aguilar slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work. Sergio Aguilar 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. Alvin Aguilar wants to control from the top but Sergio Aguilar keeps moving. Alvin Aguilar forces his way into half guard. Alvin Aguilar is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Sergio Aguilar sees it coming and defends easily. Sergio Aguilar wants to improve his position but Alvin Aguilar is controlling well.
Sergio Aguilar has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round. Sergio Aguilar is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Alvin Aguilar's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Alvin Aguilar's back! Alvin Aguilar breaks Sergio Aguilar's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Sergio Aguilar throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Alvin Aguilar escapes and throws Sergio Aguilar's legs to the side, diving into side control! Alvin Aguilar working the body and head with strikes. Sergio Aguilar taking punishment in the form of punches.
Sergio Aguilar is looking to reverse the position. Alvin Aguilar wants to control but Sergio Aguilar is keeping him busy. Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground! Sergio Aguilar gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Sergio Aguilar actively working from the bottom here.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Sergio Aguilar regains full guard. Nicely done. Alvin Aguilar wants to pass the guard but Sergio Aguilar is keeping the position. Sergio Aguilar looking for a sweep. Not yet Sergio Aguilar, not yet. Alvin Aguilar wants to pass the guard but Sergio Aguilar is keeping the position. Alvin Aguilar is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Sergio Aguilar throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Alvin Aguilar escapes and throws Sergio Aguilar's legs to the side, diving into side control! Alvin Aguilar moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. Alvin Aguilar is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sergio Aguilar can do to turn this around? Sergio Aguilar is looking for a sweep. Alvin Aguilar trying to control the position but Sergio Aguilar is working away. Sergio Aguilar wants to control but Alvin Aguilar postures up.
That's four minutes gone in the round. The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Sergio Aguilar is looking for a sweep. Alvin Aguilar wants to control but Sergio Aguilar is keeping him busy. Sergio Aguilar tries to bench press Alvin Aguilar off him but Alvin Aguilar keeps the position. Alvin Aguilar tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Alvin Aguilar has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! Sergio Aguilar is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Alvin Aguilar off and has taken his back! The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Sergio Aguilar is trying to stick to Alvin Aguilar's back but Alvin Aguilar is turning into Sergio Aguilar. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Sergio Aguilar's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Alvin Aguilar. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Alvin Aguilar's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
And that's the end of the fight! That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Alvin Aguilar. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Alvin Aguilar, 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27 Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27 Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alvin Aguilar! During a confident post fight interview, Alvin Aguilar 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 middleweight MMA rules bout between Roger Baumgartner (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Howard Stern (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Stern is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: The Great American Nightmare. The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.
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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 - 4 - 2, fighting out of Amsterdam, Roger Baumgartner! And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of
11 - 4 - 0, fighting out of London, Howard Stern! The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Paul Tew and Richard Clark.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Stern wants to clinch. Baumgartner connects with a leg kick. Stern looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Baumgartner ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stern moves away. Baumgartner avoids the head kick by Stern.
Stern throws a half hearted mid kick. Baumgartner has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Victory Gym and Spa in the buildup to the fight. Stern connects with a high kick.
It looks like Roger Baumgartner has been cut. Baumgartner goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Stern tries to clinch and Baumgartner counters with a lovely shot to the body. Stern misses with a double jab
and Baumgartner counters with a lovely straight right hand! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Baumgartner walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Good exchange - Stern coming out on top. Baumgartner slips a jab and a cross from Stern.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Stern tries a head kick but it misses.
Stern takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
That's one minute gone in the round. Stern lands a big right hand that sends Baumgartner crashing to the mat! Stern stays standing though and waves Baumgartner back to his feet!
Baumgartner is rocked! Stern darts in looking for a takedown but Baumgartner gets double underhooks and turns Stern into the cage. Oh Baumgartner is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Stern takes one to the chin there. Baumgartner seems to have got his legs back now. Baumgartner lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Baumgartner bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Stern misses with an uppercut
and Baumgartner counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Stern wants to clinch and Stern takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Stern closes the distance looking to clinch and Baumgartner makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Baumgartner shoots in looking for a takedown. Stern tries to sprawl out of it but Baumgartner keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Stern manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Baumgartner lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Stern throws a sloppy head kick letting Baumgartner counter with a right hand. Baumgartner is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Stern throws a head kick but Baumgartner moves out of range.
Baumgartner lands with an uppercut that bounces Stern off the cage and back into range. Stern tries to grapple but his opponent circles and Baumgartner counters with a nice uppercut. Baumgartner fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Stern cracks Baumgartner with a right hand to the side of the head.
Roger Baumgartner's cut is getting worse. Stern moves into the clinch. Baumgartner fails to pull guard.
Baumgartner has Stern pushed against the cage. Stern tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Stern misses with a knee to the head. Baumgartner lands with a short shot to the head. Stern pressing his opponent against the cage. Stern has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Baumgartner after a bit of a struggle.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Baumgartner avoids a wild elbow strike from Stern. Baumgartner can't find room to land a body shot as Stern controls the action.
Stern tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Baumgartner goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Stern fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Baumgartner stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Baumgartner creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Baumgartner pulls Stern into guard.
Baumgartner pulls Stern in close to his closed guard and prevents Stern from doing any damage or advancing position. Baumgartner is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Stern is aware though and is defending well. Stern showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Baumgartner keeping moving, preventing Stern from controlling successfully.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Baumgartner is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Stern defends well. Stern tries to free his leg and advance position but Baumgartner is retaining full guard. Baumgartner is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Baumgartner looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Stern looking to pass the guard. Stern stopping the sweep attempt from Baumgartner. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Roger Baumgartner will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Roger Baumgartner's cut. 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.
Stern darts in trying to clinch and Baumgartner counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Stern staying out of range there. Stern gets in close and instigates a clinch. Baumgartner will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Stern up against the cage. Stern lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Baumgartner tries to pull guard but Stern holds him up against the cage and eventually Baumgartner drops back down to his feet.
A right hand to the body from Baumgartner.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Stern tries to pull guard but Baumgartner won't allow it.
Stern creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Baumgartner is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Stern is defending well. Stern lands a left hand that snaps the head of Baumgartner backwards. Baumgartner has clasped his hands together around Stern's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. 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! Baumgartner looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
That's one minute gone in the round. Baumgartner landing a few strikes. Stern is trying to control Baumgartner's posture but Baumgartner avoids it. Stern trying to remain calm as Baumgartner controls from the top position. Stern is trying to improve his position. Stern is persisting with the attempt to improve his position. Stern seems a little lost for a moment, as Baumgartner dominates the positioning. Stern tries to bench press Baumgartner off him but Baumgartner keeps the position. Baumgartner tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Baumgartner has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! Stern is looking for a sweep.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Baumgartner lands a decent elbow from side control. Baumgartner trying to control the position but Stern is working away. Stern is trying to improve his position. Baumgartner wants to lay and pray for a moment but Stern keeps working. Baumgartner tries to advance to mount but can't. Stern looking for a sweep but Baumgartner has passed into full mount! Oh no! Stern is wriggling around trying to escape.
Roger Baumgartner overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Baumgartner takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though. Baumgartner trying to control but he's not successful this time. Stern sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Baumgartner content to control rather than advance. Stern is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Baumgartner is figuring out what he wants to do next. Stern is defending against the submission attempts here by Baumgartner.
Stern is trying to maintain the position but Baumgartner is very close to passing his half guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Stern tries to kick Baumgartner off but Baumgartner keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. Baumgartner wants to free his trapped foot but Stern is holding on for dear life with his legs.
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. Baumgartner missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Stern manages to get to full guard.
Stern throws his legs up looking for a submission but Baumgartner uses it to pass to side control.
Baumgartner is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Stern will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already. Baumgartner in side control lands a decent elbow. Baumgartner wants to lay and pray for a moment but Stern keeps working. Baumgartner wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Stern, who protects the arm well. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Baumgartner lands some shots froms side control. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roger Baumgartner dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Roger Baumgartner's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
Baumgartner keeps the fight on the outside. Howard Stern seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Baumgartner shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Stern is trying to defend but Baumgartner finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Ground and pound from Baumgartner. Stern throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Baumgartner wants to lay and pray for a moment but Stern keeps working. Stern looking for submissions off his back. Baumgartner sitting and controlling from the half guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Baumgartner wants to lay and pray for a moment but Stern keeps working. Baumgartner seems to be looking for submissions.
That's one minute gone in the round. Baumgartner trying to control from half guard but Stern is working away. Stern looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Baumgartner winds up and cracks Stern with a swinging punch to the side of the head. Baumgartner prevents Stern from improving his position. Baumgartner is nestled in close to Stern, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Stern actively working from the bottom here. Stern is looking to improve his position.
Baumgartner is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Stern has managed to free his arm - good work.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Stern is looking for a sweep. Baumgartner is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Baumgartner is looking to take a break and control but Stern is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Baumgartner 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. Stern makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Stern. Stern is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Baumgartner defends well. Stern looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Baumgartner passes into side control.
Stern takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Baumgartner passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Stern!
That's three minutes gone in the round. Baumgartner raining down shots from the mount! Baumgartner lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Baumgartner cracks Stern with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Stern wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Baumgartner trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Stern doesn't escape. Baumgartner has the hooks in. Stern is starting to panic. He's trying to push off one of the legs but he's left his neck open to attack. Baumgartner passes his arm under Stern's neck and tightens up a rear naked choke! This one is surely all over! Yes, Stern taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Roger Baumgartner! Roger Baumgartner was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. In defeat, Howard Stern stepped up to the mic, saying 'I blame Robin and those big G's.'.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Antonio Jose De Sucre (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and William King (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). De Sucre comes to the cage accompanied by Iced Earth - Plagues of Babylon. Antonio Jose De Sucre has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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265 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division. Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner. With a record of
4 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Antonio Jose De Sucre! And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of
11 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, William King! The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, Phil Schofield and Chris Edwards.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! King misses with a combination
and De Sucre counters with a solid body kick. De Sucre misses with a low kick as King jumps back. De Sucre displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as King throws out the jab. De Sucre jabbing away but nothing is landing. King steps to the side to avoid the strikes from De Sucre. King has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from De Sucre finds it's way round the side to connect with King's head. We've been told by De Sucre's head coaches at Gangsterdamage that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. King throws a lazy body kick and De Sucre cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. King throws a quick head kick that skims the top of De Sucre's head. De Sucre swinging wildly here.
De Sucre connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed King momentarily.
King explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work. 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! De Sucre throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
King moves out of range as De Sucre strikes. King throws a body shot but no joy. A good leg kick by King.
That's one minute gone in the round. De Sucre looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. King throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. De Sucre on the wrong end of a nice jab. De Sucre listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. De Sucre avoids the head kick by King.
King pushing out the jab but it's not landing. King throws a combination but it was largely blocked by De Sucre. A little feinted left hand from De Sucre on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. De Sucre connects with a crisp jab. De Sucre throws out a loose jab but King uses good head movement to avoid it. Antonio Jose De Sucre is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. King lands a really nice looking cross but De Sucre seems unphased.
King with a lazy takedown attempt and De Sucre counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. De Sucre looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
King keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from De Sucre. De Sucre throws a push kick but King slaps the foot to one side. De Sucre scores with a one two! King had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
It looks like William King has been cut. A cross from De Sucre lands. King throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
That's two minutes gone in the round. A lazy left from De Sucre finds it's target. De Sucre is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. King looks to score with a jab to the body but De Sucre is just out of range. De Sucre throws the left hand but King avoids the punch easily. King tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. De Sucre throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. King keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from De Sucre. De Sucre with a hook. King misses with a jab, cross combination.
De Sucre lands with a cross. King throws a low kick but it's checked well by De Sucre. De Sucre pushing out the jab but it's not landing. De Sucre lands a leg kick that knocks King off balance momentarily. King throws a head kick but De Sucre moves out of range.
De Sucre turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. De Sucre catches King with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! King swings away with a leg kick that misses. De Sucre throws a hook to the side of King's head but King sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
That's three minutes gone in the round. King scores with a crisp jab that stopped De Sucre in his tracks. King looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. De Sucre throws an overhand right that lands on King's shoulder, as King tries to avoid the shot. King with the counter takedown but De Sucre avoids it easily. King connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between De Sucre's hands. De Sucre keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from King. King looks to land a combination but De Sucre avoids it well. De Sucre takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
De Sucre scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. King lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. De Sucre throws a looping overhand right but King ducks down to avoid it. King 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. A decent looking cross lands there for De Sucre. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. De Sucre looks to land a right hand but King moved out of range. De Sucre pulls out of a head kick attempt.
King flicks out a counter leg kick but De Sucre steps away. King avoids the body shot from De Sucre.
De Sucre misses with a looping left.
That's four minutes gone in the round. King bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. King has managed to clinch.
King fails to pull the fight into his guard.
King lands an elbow that stopped De Sucre in his tracks for a moment. De Sucre misses with a punch on the inside.
De Sucre working some nice short punches in the clinch. A short uppercut from De Sucre. De Sucre swings wildly with an uppercut but King uses good head movement to avoid it. De Sucre misses with some punches.
De Sucre blocks a body shot from King. De Sucre misses with a short punch on the inside. De Sucre misses with a hook from the clinch. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. De Sucre avoids a wild elbow strike from King. De Sucre breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. King drops his hands momentarily and De Sucre takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. De Sucre throws a looping overhand right but King ducks down to avoid it. De Sucre lands a lovely overhand right. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Antonio Jose De Sucre dominated that round. The cut man is working on William King's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
King misses with an uppercut
and De Sucre counters with a nice uppercut. King cracks the inside of De Sucre's front leg. De Sucre misses with a kick to the body.
King drops down looking to force a counter takedown but De Sucre defends it well. De Sucre slips a jab from King. King throws a sloppy head kick and De Sucre moves out of range easily. King cracks De Sucre with an open hand slap. De Sucre missing with a left hand there. King was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. De Sucre misses with a head kick.
King swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. De Sucre throws a combination but it was largely blocked by King. De Sucre throws a wild body kick that King sees coming a mile off. King tries to work over De Sucre's front leg with a kick but De Sucre checks it. De Sucre on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. King uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from De Sucre. A little jabbing left from King on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. De Sucre scores with a nice strike. De Sucre throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
This has been an exciting period of action! De Sucre throws a right hand that King ducks under and follows up with a left that King also avoids with ease. De Sucre staying out of range there.
That's one minute gone in the round. De Sucre tries to land a leg kick but King saw it coming and moves away.
De Sucre scores with a hook. De Sucre throws the left hand but King avoids the punch easily. A big right from De Sucre misses. De Sucre throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
De Sucre throws a body shot but no joy. King connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. King drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks De Sucre right on the button. De Sucre goes down! King follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! King gets the win via TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). William King! A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, William King made sure he mentioned DC Unrivaled, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Shinyo Jintao (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Julius Henderson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division. Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner. With a record of
9 - 2 - 0, fighting out of New York, Shinyo Jintao! And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of
9 - 2 - 0, fighting out of New York, Julius Henderson! The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Chris Edwards and James Ackerman.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Henderson staying out of range there. Henderson tries to work over Jintao's front leg with a kick but Jintao checks it. Henderson stuns Jintao with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Henderson moves out of range as Jintao strikes. Henderson tries to counter with a clinch but Jintao shakes him off and moves away. Henderson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jintao.
Jintao sets himself, and Henderson steps forward looking for the clinch! Jintao avoids it this time. Henderson thows a left - swing and a miss! An inside leg kick from Jintao misses. Jintao tries to land a front kick but Henderson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. A slow jab from Henderson misses its intended target. A little feinted left hand from Jintao on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Henderson checks a low kick from Jintao. Jintao throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jintao walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Nice cross by Henderson. Henderson has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Henderson lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Henderson moves out of range as Jintao throws a body kick.
Nice shot lands for Henderson.
That's one minute gone in the round. Jintao stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Henderson scores with a punch to the head. Jintao throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Henderson sees it coming and avoids it easily. Henderson lands a nice looking body kick. Jintao works Henderson's body with a nice hook. Jintao works Henderson's body with a nice hook. Jintao buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Jintao is looking to chop away at Henderson's legs. Henderson connects with a solid leg kick. Jintao moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Jintao ducks under a wild hook from Henderson. Henderson lands with a kick to the temple. Jintao shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Jintao takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Jintao connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Henderson momentarily.
Jintao throws a hook to the side of Henderson's head but Henderson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Jintao misses with a low kick.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Jintao cracks Henderson with an open hand slap. Jintao circles away from the clinch attempt.
Henderson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jintao.
Henderson steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Jintao. Jintao swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Henderson is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Jintao has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Pearson Spector Litt in the buildup to the fight. Henderson lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Henderson lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jintao's sensitive parts. Henderson misses the shot to the body. Henderson checks a leg kick. Jintao misses with a straight right. Jintao sets himself, and Henderson steps forward looking for the clinch! Jintao avoids it this time. Henderson avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Jintao waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Henderson. Henderson cracks Jintao with an open hand slap. Henderson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jintao. Henderson is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Jintao lands with a slapping head kick. Henderson moves out of range of the body kick from Jintao.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Henderson throws a hook to the side of Jintao's head but Jintao sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Jintao is looking to counter with a body kick. Henderson scores with a hook to the body. Jintao takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Jintao throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Jintao lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. An inside leg kick lands from Henderson. Jintao fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Henderson. Henderson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Jintao takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards. A solid leg kick lands there for Jintao.
Jintao on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Jintao is looking to slow Henderson down with leg kicks. Jintao checks a leg kick nicely. Jintao will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Henderson. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Jintao throws a head kick but Henderson moves out of range.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Jintao scores with a leg kick.
Jintao misses with a head kick.
Henderson tries to counter with a clinch but Jintao shakes him off and moves away. Henderson works the jab nicely. Henderson lands a head kick!
A slapping leg kick lands for Henderson.
Jintao lands a slapping body shot.
Henderson misses with an uppercut
and Jintao counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Jintao lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Henderson misses the shot to the body. Henderson closes the distance and clinches. Jintao tries to throw a body punch but Henderson avoids it by throwing Jintao back against the cage. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Henderson tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A knee to the head by Henderson.
It looks like Shinyo Jintao has been cut. Henderson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jintao avoiding damage as Henderson throws knees to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Julius Henderson will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Shinyo Jintao's cut. That's time! Back to the action!
Henderson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Jintao. Henderson misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Jintao counters with a stiff right hand. Henderson misses with a body shot.
Henderson wants to slow Jintao down by chopping away at his legs. Henderson walks into a straight right hand from Jintao. Jintao moves out of range as Henderson strikes. A head kick by Henderson misses and Jintao makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Henderson takes one to the chin there. Henderson moves into the clinch. Henderson tries to land a knee to the head but Jintao blocks with his arms.
Jintao lands with a left to the head. Henderson can't find room to land a body shot as Jintao controls the action.
Henderson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Jintao slowing the pace effectively. Jintao working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Jintao scores with an uppercut up the middle. Jintao cracks Henderson with a nice body shot.
That's one minute gone in the round. Jintao lands with a short shot to the head. Jintao can't find room to land a body shot as Henderson controls the action.
Jintao stalling.
Jintao misses with a body punch.
Jintao's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not. Henderson misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Jintao.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. A nice right hand lands inside from Henderson. Henderson tries to land knees in the clinch but Jintao avoids the damage to the body. Come on Jintao - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Jintao stalling in the clinch.
Jintao seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression. Henderson prevents a body shot from Jintao. A knee to the head by Henderson.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Jintao taking a breather. Henderson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Jintao blocks it with crossed arms. Henderson is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Henderson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Jintao is defending well for now. Henderson unloads a knee to the mid-section. Henderson trying to land knees to the body.
Henderson lands a knee to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Henderson working aggressively here.
Henderson throws a knee to the head but misses.
Henderson missing with knees to the body.
Henderson trying to land knees to the body.
Henderson blocking some punches.
Henderson lands a knee to the head.
Henderson prevents a body shot from Jintao. Jintao lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Jintao misses with a short punch on the inside. Jintao takes a knee to the side of the body.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Jintao trying to control the position but instead, Henderson has worked for underhooks and has pushed Jintao into the cage. Jintao goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jintao takes a shot to the head. Julius Henderson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Jintao lands with a short shot to the head. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jintao. Jintao blocks a body shot from Henderson. Henderson letting Jintao take a breather here. Henderson blocks an uppercut.
Jintao is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. A head punch blocked on the inside by Jintao. Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Jintao. Jintao stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Both guys are working to get underhooks.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Henderson using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Jintao has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Henderson misses with a hook from the clinch. Jintao tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Jintao lands a left hand.
Jintao pushes Henderson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Jintao lands a nice shot to the body. Jintao just leaning against Henderson, taking a breather. Henderson tries a knee to the head but Jintao blocks it.
Henderson lands with a left to the head. Henderson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Henderson throws a head punch that misses. Henderson can't find room to land a body shot as Jintao controls the action.
Jintao avoiding damage.
Jintao misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Jintao on the inside. Henderson misses with a hook from the clinch. 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 Shinyo Jintao will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Shinyo Jintao's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
Jintao checks a leg kick. Henderson scores with a jab to the body. Jintao misses the shot to the body. Henderson scores with a jab to the jaw. Henderson blocks a leg kick. Jintao rushes Henderson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Henderson tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Jintao lands with a left to the head. Henderson misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Jintao.
Jintao misses with a body punch.
Henderson looking to throw knees to the head but Jintao is blocking nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Both fighters working to control the clinch. A short left from Henderson. Jintao just leaning against Henderson, taking a breather. Jintao is trying to stall.
Henderson prevents a body shot from Jintao.
That's one minute gone in the round. Jintao goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Henderson with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. Jintao lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage. Jintao misses with a punch on the inside.
Henderson blocking some punches.
Henderson unloads a knee to the mid-section. Henderson using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Jintao has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jintao. Jintao misses with a punch to the body.
Jintao blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Henderson misses with a knee to the head. Jintao has Henderson pushed against the cage. Henderson trying to land knees to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Jintao.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Jintao prevents a body shot from Henderson. Henderson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Henderson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Jintao working some nice short punches in the clinch. Jintao lands on the inside with an uppercut. Jintao on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action! Jintao misses with a punch on the inside.
Henderson lands a knee to the body.
Henderson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Knees to the body from Henderson.
Jintao works on Henderson's body with a couple of short punches. Jintao blocks a body shot from Henderson. Jintao is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors. Henderson tries to land knees in the clinch but Jintao avoids the damage to the body. Jintao lands a shoulder strike.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Jintao lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Jintao lands a right hand that snaps the head of Henderson backwards. Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Jintao. Henderson connects with a knee to the head.
Jintao throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hendersons head. Jintao pressing his opponent against the cage. Henderson using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. Henderson landing knees to the head.
Henderson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Jintao blocks it with crossed arms. Jintao lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Henderson. Jintao lands on the inside with an uppercut. A head punch on the inside from Henderson fails to land. The referee is keeping an eye on Jintao - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Jintao lands a shoulder strike.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Henderson scores a nice knee to the body.
Jintao struggles to land a body shot inside as Henderson controls his hands.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. Henderson misses with a punch to the body.
Jintao swings wildly with an uppercut but Henderson uses good head movement to avoid it. Henderson misses with a knee strike.
Jintao lands with a left to the head. Both guys are working to get underhooks. Henderson tries a knee to the head but Jintao blocks it.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Jintao. Jintao displaying some good clinch control by pressing Henderson up against the cage. Henderson tries to land a knee to the head but Jintao blocks with his arms.
And that's the end of the fight! That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Shinyo Jintao. I think Jintao has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30 Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:28 Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Shinyo Jintao! After winning the bout, Shinyo Jintao 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 middleweight MMA rules bout between Nari Vari (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Niten Dōraku (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Dōraku comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Ides Of Light - Jucifer kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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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
17 - 8 - 1, fighting out of Tokyo, Nari Vari! And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of
14 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Niten Dōraku! The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, William Gold and Paul Tew.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Vari fails with an attempt to clinch.
Vari tries to clinch but fails miserably and Dōraku decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Vari's guard. Dōraku tries to free his leg and advance position but Vari is retaining full guard. Dōraku won't allow Vari to get back to his feet. Dōraku in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Dōraku is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Dōraku working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Dōraku is looking to advance position but Vari has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Dōraku wants to hold on but Vari pushes him away. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dōraku really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Dōraku tries to lock up and control but Vari gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
That's one minute gone in the round. Dōraku is desperately trying to improve his position but Vari has a good base and remains in mount. Dōraku tries to hold on but Vari postures up. Vari manages to capitalize on a mistake by Dōraku to take his back! Dōraku staying busy and making it hard for Vari to control. Vari has the hooks in. Dōraku is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. Dōraku is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Dōraku tries to roll but Vari sticks to his back.
Dōraku breaks Vari's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Dōraku trying to control but Vari is working from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Dōraku postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Vari seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. Vari is trying to control the position but Dōraku postures up. Dōraku missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Dōraku wants to control from the top but Vari keeps moving. Vari is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Dōraku presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. Dōraku working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Dōraku misses with a punch to the body.
Vari pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Vari moves in looking to clinch but Dōraku pushes him off. Dōraku scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Vari doesn't seem bothered though. Vari is looking to slow Dōraku down with leg kicks. Dōraku cracks the inside of Vari's front leg. Vari tries to clinch but Dōraku moves out of range. Vari closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Vari breaks from the clinch.
A cross from Dōraku lands. Dōraku lands with an uppercut that bounces Vari off the cage and back into range. Dōraku with a nice cross. Dōraku lands with a straight right. Vari didn't see that one coming.
Vari is rocked! Vari tries to clinch there but Dōraku circles away.
Oh Vari is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! This has been an exciting period of action! Dōraku scores with a kick to the midsection. Dōraku stuns Vari with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Vari is breathing heavily. Dōraku cracks Vari with a hook to the temple - Vari is on wobbly legs here! Dōraku swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Vari falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Dōraku wins by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Niten Dōraku! Niten Dōraku was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Grey Wolf (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and JR Adams (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Adams has chosen 'Looking For The Stone' by Dry Branch Fire Squad as his entrance music. These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.
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191 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division. Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner. With a record of
20 - 10 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Grey Wolf! And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of
19 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, JR Adams! The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, James Atkins and James Glass.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Wolf fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Wolf misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Wolf throws a body shot but no joy. Wolf takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Adams instigates a clinch. Come on Adams - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Adams comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
It looks like Grey Wolf has been cut. Wolf blocks the elbow strike.
Adams jumps guard and drags Wolf to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. Adams looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Adams working a defensive guard here.
Adams wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Wolf stopping the sweep attempt from Adams.
That's one minute gone in the round. Wolf wanted to stand there but Adams had control of the position. The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Wolf cracks Adams with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
It looks like JR Adams has been cut. Wolf misses with the combination.
Adams tries to bum rush Wolf with a series of wild strikes but Wolf uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Adams bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Wolf tries to bench press Adams off him but Adams keeps the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Adams trying to control the action but Wolf is working from the bottom. Wolf wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done! Wolf trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful. Wolf tries to get back to half guard but can't. Wolf is trying to escape the position but Adams is controlling the position. Wolf tries to bench press Adams off him but Adams keeps the position. Adams connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Wolf some visible discomfort.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Wolf taking punishment in the form of punches.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Adams wants to control for a moment but Wolf uses the opportunity to move back to half guard. Wolf wants to improve his position but Adams is controlling well.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Adams looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Adams is nestled in close to Wolf, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Adams prevents Wolf from improving his position. Wolf wants to get back to full guard but Adams has mounted him! Wolf's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up. The referee warns Wolf 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. Wolf in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. Wolf tries to improve his position but Adams has taken his back! Adams has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Wolf tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Adams pushes Wolf away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). JR Adams! A relieved looking JR Adams thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Pika Chu (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Silent Bob (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Chu comes to the cage accompanied by Gotta Catch Em All. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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193 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division. Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner. With a record of
16 - 6 - 0, fighting out of London, Pika Chu! And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of
11 - 3 - 1, fighting out of Los Angeles, Silent Bob! The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Donald Grub and Steven Brown.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Bob shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Chu defends it nicely. Chu went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Bob 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. Bob sizes up Chu with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Bob is looking to land body kicks. Chu swings for the body but Bob moves out of range.
Chu looks to land a right hand but Bob moved out of range. Chu wants to slow Bob down by chopping away at his legs. A nice inside leg kick there by Bob. That's going to slow Chu down. Chu has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chu misses with a hook. Bob was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Chu throws an overhand right that lands on Bob's shoulder, as Bob tries to avoid the shot. Chu misses with a straight right. Chu misses with an uppercut. Bob has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Chu throws a leg kick and Bob counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
That's one minute gone in the round. Bob lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Chu misses with a wild body shot. A thudding body kick lands there by Bob!
Chu steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Bob. That one must have hurt. Chu is breathing heavily. Good standup being displayed there by Bob as he connects with a hook. Bob has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bob there as he acknowledges the shot. A decent looking body kick lands there for Bob. Bob lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bob bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Chu's head. Bob lands a leg kick that knocks Chu off balance momentarily. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Bob scores with a kick to the body.
Bob misses with a takedown attempt and Chu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Chu takes a kick to the side of the head. Bob throws a half hearted mid kick. Bob walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Chu checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. A jab from Chu finds it's way through Bob's defenses.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Good leg kick by Bob there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Chu throws a good cross that connects.
Chu throws a shot from downtown. Bob moves away and avoids it. Chu walks forward, straight into a front kick from Bob. Bob checks the leg kick nicely there.
Bob drives through with a takedown into Chu's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Chu keeping full guard, as Bob tries to pass. Bob landing some decent shots from guard.
Chu is rocked! Bob gets to his feet and stands over Chu, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Chu felt that one! Bob unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Chu from any more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Silent Bob! Silent Bob seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Flagon Sackett (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Remi Highjack (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Sackett's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, RATM: Killing in the Name. Highjack has chosen The Outsider - A Perfect Circle as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.
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205 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the light heavyweight championship of the world! Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner. With a record of
20 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Flagon Sackett! And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of
9 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Remi Highjack! The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Andrew Berry and Paul Tew.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Sackett turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Sackett takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
It looks like Flagon Sackett has been cut. Highjack throws a front kick that sends Sackett stumbling back into the cage. Sackett lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Sackett. Sackett tries to clinch up but Highjack circles away and keeps his distance. Sackett waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Highjack. Sackett goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Sackett tries to land a body kick and Highjack cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Highjack misses with a double jab
and Highjack takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Highjack takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Sackett walks into a stiff left hand from Highjack. Highjack has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Highjack moves out of range of the body kick. Sackett looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Highjack on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sackett. Sackett obviously looking to wear him down.
Sackett tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Highjack manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Sackett moves out of range of the body kick from Highjack.
Highjack misses with a few strikes there.
That's one minute gone in the round. Highjack misses with an uppercut
and Sackett cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Highjack throws a front kick aimed at Sackett's knee but Sackett avoids it well. Flagon Sackett seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Highjack tries to land a body kick and Sackett counters with a lovely shot to the body. Highjack bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sackett's head. Highjack cracks a nice hook into Sackett's ribs. Sackett digs a good body shot into Highjack's ribs. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Sackett, right into the meat.
Highjack misses with a wild body shot. Sackett lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Sackett takes a swing at Highjack's ribcage but misses. Sackett throws a sloppy head kick and Highjack moves out of range easily. Highjack takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Sackett misses with a body shot.
Sackett ducks under a wild hook from Highjack. Sackett takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Highjack misses with a wild combination.
Sackett feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Highjack's calf. Highjack moves out of range as Sackett throws a body kick.
Highjack steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect. Highjack avoids a kick to the body.
Highjack throws out a counter right but Sackett avoids it with no problem. Sackett bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Highjack's head backwards. A left and a right from Sackett both land. Nice combination. Highjack takes a body punch but keeps moving. Sackett bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Sackett swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Sackett is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Highjack. Highjack throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Sackett throws a head kick but Highjack moves out of range.
Highjack appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. Highjack fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sackett looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Sackett throws a hook but Highjack blocks it.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Highjack thows a left - swing and a miss! Highjack fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sackett manages to avoid it. Highjack uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sackett.
A left lands for Highjack. Sackett takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Sackett 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 Highjack has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Highjack and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Highjack just misses with a punch to the body.
Highjack lands a high kick!
Flagon Sackett's cut is getting worse. Sackett throws a low kick but Highjack avoids it. A slapping leg kick lands for Sackett.
A shot to the liver by Highjack. Beautiful body shot. Sackett closes the distance and clinches. Sackett tries to work over Highjack's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Highjack tries to throw a body punch but Sackett avoids it by throwing Highjack back against the cage. Highjack tries to throw a body punch but Sackett avoids it by throwing Highjack back against the cage.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Highjack misses with the head strike.
Highjack trying to control the position but instead, Sackett has worked for underhooks and has pushed Highjack into the cage. Highjack tries to throw a body punch but Sackett avoids it by throwing Highjack back against the cage. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Sackett is trying to break the clinch but Highjack is controlling him. A right handed body shot lands from Sackett.
Highjack tries to throw a body punch but Sackett avoids it by throwing Highjack back against the cage. Highjack using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Sackett has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Sackett blocks an uppercut.
Highjack goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sackett blocks a body shot from Highjack. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Highjack wants to break free but Sackett has control.
Highjack is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Sackett is defending well for now. A battle for position here, against the cage. Highjack tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Sackett avoids it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Flagon Sackett dominated that round. The cut man is working on Flagon Sackett's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Good standup being displayed there by Sackett as he connects with a hook. Sackett lands with a nice body kick. Flagon Sackett is winning the standup battle so far. Sackett uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Highjack. Sackett scores with a nice head shot. Sackett scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Highjack doesn't seem bothered though. Highjack fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. A big right from Highjack misses. Highjack misses with a hook to the body
and Sackett counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Highjack lands a jab. Sackett moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Sackett throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Sackett throws a chopping leg kick but Highjack manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Highjack throws the left hand but Sackett avoids the punch easily. Sackett avoids a kick to the body.
Highjack takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
That's one minute gone in the round. Sackett throws a low kick, looking for Highjack's leg but Highjack calmly moves out of range. Sackett sizes up Highjack with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Sackett digs a good hook to Highjack's body.
Highjack misses with a low kick as Sackett jumps back. Highjack walks forward, straight into a front kick from Sackett. Highjack swings widly with a right hand
and Sackett counters with a good, hard body kick but Highjack shrugs it off. Highjack is breathing heavily. Sackett looks to land a body kick but Highjack moved away. Sackett attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Sackett is looking to slow Highjack down with leg kicks. Sackett is looking to land body kicks. Sackett fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Highjack has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Sackett chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Sackett closes the distance and pushes Highjack back into the cage. Sackett breaks from the clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Highjack throws a big shot that misses. 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! Sackett closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Sackett throws a punch but it's blocked by Highjack. Sackett escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sackett throws a body punch but Highjack moves out of range. Highjack throws a leg kick that is checked and Sackett counters with a good low kick that Highjack was not able to check. A bone on bone clash there as Highjack blocks the leg kick.
Sackett scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Sackett looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A low kick from Highjack is predictable there letting Sackett counter with a right hand. Highjack uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sackett.
Highjack misses the jab. Sackett misses with a straight right. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sackett. Highjack looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Sackett swings away with a leg kick that misses.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Highjack scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Sackett ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Highjack takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Sackett bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Highjack connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Sackett's hands. A shot to the liver by Sackett. Beautiful body shot. Highjack lands a leg kick that knocks Sackett off balance momentarily. Highjack throws an overhand right that lands on Sackett's shoulder, as Sackett tries to avoid the shot. Sackett is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Highjack can do to turn this around? Highjack moves out of range as Sackett throws a body kick.
Sackett misses with a two punch combination.
Highjack throws an off balance right hand
and Sackett counters with a nice kick to the body. Sackett thows a left - swing and a miss! 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! Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sackett. Highjack's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Sackett scores with a kick to the midsection.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Highjack lands with a thumping leg kick.
Highjack throws a front kick aimed at Sackett's knee but Sackett avoids it well. Sackett gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Sackett lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Highjack misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sackett goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sackett escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sackett tries to clinch but Highjack is having none of it. Sackett throws a leg kick which misses Highjack's front leg but catches the back leg as Highjack tries to avoid it. Good leg kick by Sackett there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Highjack with a body punch. A glancing blow. Highjack avoids a punch combination nicely.
Highjack looks to land a left hand but Sackett moved out of range nicely. Sackett tries to counter by clinching up but Highjack breaks away and moves out of range. A solid leg kick lands there for Sackett.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Flagon Sackett dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Flagon Sackett's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Highjack misses with an uppercut. Highjack doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Some bone on bone action there as Sackett checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. A chopping leg kick lands by Highjack. Sackett throws a nice inside leg kick. Highjack throws a hook but Sackett avoids it easily. Sackett tries to clinch there but Highjack circles away.
Highjack let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Sackett misses with a double jab.
Highjack steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sackett. Sackett dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Highjack. That did some damage! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Highjack throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body. Highjack with a body punch. A glancing blow. Sackett lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Highjack scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sackett in his tracks. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Sackett moves out of range of the body kick from Highjack.
That's one minute gone in the round. Sackett tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. And Highjack responds with a good body kick, but Sackett manages to step out the way in time. Sackett tries to close the distance and clinch but Highjack swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Highjack feints a counter leg kick. Highjack misses with a left hand and Sackett counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. Highjack lands with a cross. Highjack throws a leg kick which misses Sackett's front leg but catches the back leg as Sackett tries to avoid it. Highjack tries to land a leg kick but Sackett saw it coming and moves away.
Sackett keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Highjack. Highjack thows a left - swing and a miss! Sackett rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Highjack counters with a nice body shot. Highjack throws a leg kick but Sackett sees it coming and moves out of range. Sackett throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Sackett throws a combination. Highjack tries to block but a couple of punches get through. Sackett lands a body shot.
Highjack throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sackett sees it coming and avoids it easily.
That's two minutes gone in the round. This has been an exciting period of action! Sackett lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Sackett misses with a wild body shot. Sackett 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. Highjack looks to score with a jab to the body but Sackett is just out of range. A lazy left from Sackett finds it's target. Sackett avoids the body shot from Highjack.
Highjack scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. You can see that Highjack has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks Highjack lands a nice shot that snaps Sackett's head back.
Sackett fails in his attempt to clinch. Sackett lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Highjack circles away quickly and effectively. Sackett does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. Sackett throws a sloppy head kick and Highjack moves out of range easily. Sackett fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Sackett lands a glancing blow to the side of Highjack's head. A head kick from Sackett lands but Highjack takes it in his stride. Both fighters are breathing heavily. That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Highjack crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Sackett - the referee stops the clock and Highjack gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Sackett. Highjack manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. Sackett moves into range and connects with a jab. Highjack wants to slow Sackett down by chopping away at his legs. Sackett is looking to land body kicks. Sackett slips under a jab from Highjack. Highjack throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Highjack throws a nice inside leg kick. Sackett throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Highjack buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Sackett doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Thud! ouch! good body kick from Sackett - that will leave a mark!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Highjack misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sackett's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
That's four minutes gone in the round. A lazy left from Sackett finds it's target. Sackett jabs Highjack to the body, keeping him at a distance. Sackett slips a jab and a cross from Highjack.
Highjack has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Sackett lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Highjack avoids a kick to the body.
Sackett throws a body shot but no joy. Highjack appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. Highjack misses with a body kick. Highjack takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Some bone on bone action there as Sackett checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Highjack tests Sackett's chin there with a solid looking shot. Highjack feints and then cracks Sackett's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sackett down. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Highjack pivots, looking for a leg kick but Sackett is out of range and Highjack settles back down. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Flagon Sackett did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it. The cut man is working on Flagon Sackett's cut. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Sackett throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sackett lands a glancing blow to the side of Highjack's head. Sackett throws a wild body kick that Highjack sees coming a mile off. Highjack throws a front kick aimed at Sackett's knee but Sackett avoids it well. Sackett scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Highjack avoids the body shot from Sackett.
Sackett on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Highjack. Highjack obviously looking to wear him down.
Highjack swings widly with a right hand
and Highjack takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Highjack avoids the head kick by Sackett.
Highjack misses with a wild body shot. Sackett is looking to counter punch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Highjack misses with a jab to the body
and Sackett finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body. Highjack closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Sackett misses with a wild body shot. Sackett lands a nice looking body kick.
That's one minute gone in the round. Sackett fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Sackett throws a nice outside leg kick. Sackett throws a combination that misses and Highjack cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Highjack takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sackett is looking to clinch. Sackett scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Highjack doesn't seem bothered though. Sackett misses with a low kick. Highjack throws a counter combo. Highjack has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Sackett. Highjack throws a shot from downtown. Sackett moves away and avoids it. Good work by Sackett as he checks the leg kick. Highjack scores with a nice body kick.
Sackett throws a head kick that misses. Sackett lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Highjack checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Highjack lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
That's two minutes gone in the round. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Sackett moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination. Sackett has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Highjack. It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over. A slapping body kick lands there for Sackett. Sackett takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. A good leg kick by Highjack. Sackett is looking to land body kicks. Good leg kick by Sackett there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Highjack misses with a looping left. Sackett fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Highjack scores with a body shot.
Highjack swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Highjack connects with a body shot that sends Sackett's belly button to the back.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Sackett turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Highjack lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Highjack throws a nice outside leg kick. Sackett moves out of range of the body kick. Sackett misses with a series of wild punches.
A big left from Highjack misses. Highjack throws a half hearted mid kick. Sackett keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Sackett. Highjack shrugs it off though. Jab by Sackett. Sackett takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Sackett misses with a left hand and Highjack counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Sackett lands a right hook to the body.
That's four 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! Sackett digs a good body shot into Highjack's ribs. Sackett lands a jab. Sackett avoids the head kick by Highjack.
Highjack takes one to the side of the head.
A low kick from Highjack is predictable there and Sackett counters with a series of strikes. Highjack will be more careful next time no doubt. Sackett lands with an overhand left.
Highjack is rocked! Highjack looks up at the clock. Bad move! Sackett lands a right hand from hell, dropping Highjack. Sackett pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Flagon Sackett! Flagon Sackett retains his light heavyweight title! Flagon Sackett very nearly forgot to thank GREEN!160 amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Rocky McColgan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Lexington Snape (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). McColgan comes to the cage accompanied by The Gael. Snape has chosen DJ Tiësto - Carmina Burana: Remixed 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 heavyweight championship of the world! Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner. With a record of
19 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Rocky McColgan! And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of
21 - 9 - 0, fighting out of London, Lexington Snape! The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Richard Clark and Andrew Berry.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Snape drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Snape darts in trying to clinch and McColgan counters with a good low kick that Snape was not able to check. McColgan digs a good body shot into Snape's ribs. McColgan keeps the fight on the outside. Snape rushes McColgan and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Snape landing knees to the body.
Snape presses McColgan against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. McColgan is breathing heavily. Snape is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Snape comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. Snape lands a damaging elbow. McColgan blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Snape tries to land knees in the clinch but McColgan avoids the damage to the body. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! McColgan working aggressively here.
McColgan misses with a body punch.
McColgan is trying to push Snape away but Snape has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. McColgan misses with a punch on the inside.
Snape lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
It looks like Rocky McColgan has been cut. McColgan tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Snape's elbow. Snape scores a nice knee to the body.
McColgan takes an elbow to the forehead.
That's one minute gone in the round. Snape utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. Snape is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Snape missing with knees to the body.
Snape scores a nice knee to the body.
Snape missing with knees to the body.
Snape misses with a knee strike.
Snape tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. McColgan is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. McColgan avoiding damage as Snape throws knees to the body.
McColgan on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
McColgan avoiding damage as Snape throws knees to the body.
Snape missing with knees to the body.
McColgan escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McColgan circles away from the clinch attempt.
Snape has taken the fight to the clinch.
Snape tries to land knees in the clinch but McColgan avoids the damage to the body. We've been informed that Snape 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. Snape tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McColgan's elbow. Snape with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
That's two minutes gone in the round. A short left from McColgan. This has been an exciting period of action! Snape lands with a left to the head. McColgan avoiding damage as Snape throws knees to the body.
McColgan struggles to land a body shot inside as Snape controls his hands.
McColgan wants to get back to striking at distance but Snape won't allow it.
Snape keeps control of McColgan as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Snape blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Snape lands a knee to the body.
Snape with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Snape lands a nice elbow. McColgan takes an elbow to the forehead. Both fighters working to control the clinch. McColgan breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Snape clinches. Snape misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from McColgan.
McColgan lands a hook that snaps the head of Snape backwards. McColgan throws a punch but it's blocked by Snape. I was talking to McColgan's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. McColgan blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. McColgan misses with a punch to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by McColgan.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Snape tries to land knees in the clinch but McColgan avoids the damage to the body. McColgan managing to block the knees to the body from Snape.
McColgan tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Snape's elbow. McColgan struggles to land a body shot inside as Snape controls his hands.
Snape utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. Snape unloads a knee to the mid-section. Snape connects with a nasty looking knee right to McColgan's face.
Snape missing with knees to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Snape obliges. Snape lands a good knee to the midsection. McColgan won't want to take too many of those. Snape scores a nice knee to the body.
McColgan managing to block the knees to the body from Snape.
Snape scores with a knee to the head.
Nice elbow from Snape. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! McColgan throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Snapes head. Snape misses with an elbow over the top. Knees to the body from Snape.
Nice elbow from Snape. McColgan tries to land knees in the clinch but Snape avoids the damage to the body.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Snape throws an elbow but it's blocked.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Snape. McColgan managing to block the knees to the body from Snape.
Snape misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from McColgan.
Snape utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. Snape tries to land knees in the clinch but McColgan avoids the damage to the body. Snape lands a nice elbow from the clinch. Snape misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from McColgan.
McColgan breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McColgan missing with a left hand there. Snape was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Snape closes the distance and clinches. Snape crunches a lovely knee into McColgan's ribcage. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Snape obliges. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. McColgan on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Snape tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and McColgan avoids it. Snape landing knees to the body.
McColgan blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. McColgan on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lexington Snape dominated that round. The cut man is working on Rocky McColgan's cut. 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.
Snape tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McColgan manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Snape drives through and clinches with McColgan against the cage.
McColgan can't find room to land a body shot as Snape controls the action.
Snape working McColgan over with knees to the body. Snape trying to land knees to the body.
A head punch on the inside from McColgan fails to land. Snape prevents a body shot from McColgan. Snape lands an elbow inside that McColgan shrugs off. Snape misses with a hook to the ribs.
McColgan looks to throw an elbow but misses. Snape lands a good knee to the midsection. McColgan won't want to take too many of those. McColgan goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Snape has been the more effective fighter overall so far. McColgan avoiding damage as Snape throws knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McColgan managing to block the knees to the body from Snape.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. McColgan lands a hook to the side of the head. Snape with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. Snape tries to land knees in the clinch but McColgan avoids the damage to the body. Snape gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. McColgan tries to throw a body punch but Snape avoids it by throwing McColgan back against the cage. McColgan digs a right hand underneath Snape's ribcage. Snape let out a lung full of air as it connected.
That's one minute gone in the round. McColgan lands a hook that snaps the head of Snape backwards. With the two fighters working up against the cage, Snape just misses with a elbow thrown towards McColgan's brow. Snape lands a body shot in the clinch.
Snape lands a nice elbow. McColgan taking a breather. McColgan is trying to stall.
McColgan pushes Snape back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Snape comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. Snape unloads a knee to the mid-section. McColgan on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Snape scores a nice knee to the body.
Snape misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from McColgan.
McColgan wants to break the clinch but can't.
McColgan blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Snape misses with a knee strike.
Snape is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Snape lands a nice knee to the body. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Knees in the clinch landing for Snape.
Lexington Snape seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Snape putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has McColgan in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. McColgan on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Snape connects with a nasty looking knee right to McColgan's face.
McColgan looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. McColgan is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
McColgan throws a knee to the head but misses.
McColgan avoiding damage as Snape throws knees to the body.
Snape lands a knee to the body.
Snape tries to work over McColgan's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Snape tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Snape tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and McColgan avoids it. Snape trying to land knees to the body.
Snape blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Snape prevents a body shot from McColgan. Snape blocks a body shot from McColgan. McColgan avoids a wild elbow strike from Snape. Snape fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
That's three minutes gone in the round. McColgan's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Snape tries to clinch but McColgan moves out of range. McColgan bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Snape tries to clinch but McColgan moves out of range. Snape tries to close the distance and clinch up but McColgan swats him away and circles back towards the center. Snape takes a shot right to the bread basket. McColgan throws a head kick that misses and Snape counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Snape. Snape is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McColgan is defending well for now. McColgan tries to circle away but Snape has him pinned against the cage. McColgan scores with a shot to the side of Snape's head. McColgan manages to break the clinch.
McColgan throws a nice inside leg kick. Snape doesn't manage to clinch there - McColgan circles away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Snape looks like he's thinking about clinching though. McColgan throws a body punch but Snape moves out of range. Snape wants to counter with a clinch but McColgan pushes him away.
That's four minutes gone in the round. McColgan tries a head kick but it misses.
Lexington Snape is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. McColgan circles away from the clinch attempt.
And McColgan counters with a quick kick to the body but Snape blocks it. McColgan lands with a kick to the ribs.
Snape tries to clinch there but McColgan circles away.
Snape tries to clinch up. McColgan misses with a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Snape moves into range and clinches up with McColgan. McColgan throws a head punch that misses. McColgan misses with a hook to the ribs.
Snape creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. McColgan misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McColgan lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. McColgan missing with knees to the body.
Snape trying to land knees to the body.
McColgan tries a body shot but Snape blocks it.
McColgan misses with a punch to the body.
Nice body punch from McColgan. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lexington Snape showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Rocky McColgan's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
McColgan lands a nice looking body shot.
Snape rushes McColgan and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Snape is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McColgan is defending well for now. McColgan's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. McColgan gets tackled into the cage by Snape. Snape maintains the clinch. Snape throws a knee to the head but misses.
McColgan misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McColgan goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McColgan works on Snape's body with a couple of short punches. An uppercut to the body lands inside from McColgan. McColgan missing with knees to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, McColgan creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. McColgan stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McColgan struggles to land a body shot inside as Snape controls his hands.
Snape takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. McColgan lands a hook that snaps the head of Snape backwards. McColgan misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Still in the clinch, McColgan scores with a nice short uppercut. A quick uppercut on the inside from McColgan. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Snape misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from McColgan.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
That's one minute gone in the round. McColgan blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Snape tries to land knees in the clinch but McColgan avoids the damage to the body. McColgan lands a shoulder strike. Snape misses with some punches.
A short left from McColgan. McColgan's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Lexington Snape seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. McColgan throws out a loose jab but Snape uses good head movement to avoid it. Snape takes a shot right to the bread basket. Snape clinches with his opponent.
McColgan pushes Snape back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. McColgan is working Snape over against the cage. A short right from McColgan. A hook to the body from McColgan.
McColgan misses with a punch to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by McColgan. Snape tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McColgan's elbow.
That's two minutes gone in the round. McColgan manages to break the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Snape takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
McColgan misses with an attempted mid kick.
McColgan throws a wild body kick that Snape sees coming a mile off. McColgan is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. McColgan looking to land some kicks to the body here.
McColgan thumps Snape with a low kick. Snape closes the distance and clinches. Snape lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
McColgan manages to break the clinch.
Snape has closed the distance and engaged McColgan in a clinch.
McColgan cracks Snape with a nice body shot. McColgan works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Snape misses with a punch to the body.
McColgan stalling.
A short right hand to the side of the head by McColgan. McColgan lands a body shot in the clinch.
McColgan lands with a left to the head.
That's three minutes gone in the round. McColgan is working Snape over against the cage. McColgan breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Snape fails in his attempt to clinch. McColgan keeps the fight on the outside. Snape moves in looking to clinch but McColgan pushes him off. McColgan moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. McColgan lands with a thumping leg kick.
Snape moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. McColgan changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. McColgan scores with a slapping inside leg kick. McColgan misses with a kick to the body.
Snape wants to counter the offense by McColgan and move into the clinch position. Snape wants to clinch up but McColgan keeps it at a distance. McColgan lands a nice looking kick to the body. Snape takes a step back to recover. McColgan lets loose with a powerful body kick. Snape will feel that in the morning. Snape wants to clinch and Snape takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Snape looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Snape is rocked! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Snape rushes McColgan and presses him up against the cage. Knees in the clinch landing for Snape.
Snape unloads a knee to the mid-section. McColgan lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. Nice elbow from Snape. A right hand to the body from Snape.
Snape is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McColgan is defending well for now. McColgan misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McColgan takes an elbow to the temple. Snape lands a nice uppercut. Snape landing knees to the body.
McColgan avoiding damage as Snape throws knees to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. McColgan on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Snape lands a knee to the body.
Snape scores a nice knee to the body.
McColgan tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Snape's elbow. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rocky McColgan clearly takes that round. The cut man is working on Rocky McColgan's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Snape tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Snape closes the distance and pushes McColgan back into the cage. McColgan misses with a hook to the ribs.
Snape tries to work over McColgan's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Snape tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and McColgan avoids it. McColgan breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. McColgan throws a hook but Snape blocks it. McColgan circles away from the clinch attempt.
McColgan finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A solid body kick from McColgan. McColgan throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Snape tries to close the distance and clinch but McColgan swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McColgan takes a swing at Snape's ribcage but misses. Snape moves into the clinch successfully.
Snape is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McColgan is defending well for now. McColgan misses with a punch to the body.
McColgan misses with a hook to the ribs.
That's one minute gone in the round. McColgan makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. With the fighters clinched against the cage, McColgan creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. McColgan scores with an uppercut up the middle. McColgan works on Snape's body with a couple of short punches. Snape is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted. A nice left hand lands by McColgan.
McColgan lands a right hand. Snape is still on wobbly legs! Can McColgan finish him? Nice body punch from McColgan. McColgan lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Snape backwards. McColgan tries to land a knee to the head but Snape blocks with his arms.
McColgan avoiding damage as Snape throws knees to the body.
McColgan scores with an uppercut up the middle. McColgan creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Snape with a big uppercut! Snape tries to clinch up but McColgan pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Snape to the mat! Snape covers up and McColgan unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Rocky McColgan! Rocky McColgan retains his heavyweight title! An out of breath Rocky McColgan thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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