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HFC 225 Against All Odds PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Mansour Barnaoui (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ron Dogg (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying Dogg's choice of entrance music: Kickstart My Heart. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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160 lbs
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Good wrestling
Great low kicks
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Mansour Barnaoui!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 14 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Ron Dogg!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Don Winkell.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Barnaoui takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Dogg pushes Barnaoui up against the cage in a clinch.
Dogg drags the fight down to the ground.
Barnaoui lands a couple of elbows.
Barnaoui postures up in Dogg's guard and throws a big left but Dogg blocks it.
Barnaoui trying to control the position from guard on top but Dogg is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dogg looking for a guillotine here but Barnaoui defends easily.
Barnaoui looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dogg is trying to hold Barnaoui in close to prevent damage but Barnaoui has managed to pass into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dogg wants to control but Barnaoui is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dogg is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Barnaoui will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Barnaoui missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Dogg is not content to let Barnaoui control the position.
Barnaoui missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Dogg wants to get back to full guard.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Barnaoui is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dogg sees it coming and defends easily.
Dogg is looking to control Barnaoui's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dogg avoid being mounted?
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Dogg dips to his left and cracks Barnaoui with an uppercut!
Some bone on bone action there as Dogg checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Dogg shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A cross from Dogg lands.
Barnaoui pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Dogg is looking to clinch.
Barnaoui throws a head kick that misses.
A jab lands there for Barnaoui.
Dogg uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Barnaoui.
Dogg ducks under a wild hook from Barnaoui.
Dogg swings for the body but Barnaoui moves out of range.
Mansour Barnaoui is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dogg shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Barnaoui throws a nice outside leg kick.
Dogg throws a looping overhand right but Barnaoui ducks down to avoid it.
Dogg has taken the fight to the clinch.
Dogg's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Barnaoui misses with a low kick.
Dogg avoids a punch combination nicely.
Dogg shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Barnaoui's guard.
Dogg won't allow Barnaoui to sweep him here.
Dogg trying to control the position from guard on top but Barnaoui is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Barnaoui is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Barnaoui keeping moving, preventing Dogg from controlling successfully.
Barnaoui is trying to keep Dogg in close.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dogg instigates a clinch.
Dogg jumps guard but Barnaoui stands there with Dogg around his waist. Dogg gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ron Dogg will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Dogg fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Dogg changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Barnaoui tries to avoid it but Dogg manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Barnaoui to the ground. Barnaoui escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Barnaoui misses the shot to the body.
Barnaoui sets himself, and Dogg steps forward looking for the clinch! Barnaoui avoids it this time.
Barnaoui bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dogg's head backwards.
Dogg scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Barnaoui doesn't seem bothered though.
Dogg shoots in for a takedown but Barnaoui shows good takedown defense.
Mansour Barnaoui has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ron Dogg.
Barnaoui connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Dogg is rocked!
Barnaoui finds Dogg's off switch, with a big overhand right that connects perfectly to the side of the head! Dogg flops back against the cage, eyes gazing into the distance. Barnaoui lands an unnecessary shot before the referee has time to step in and end the fight. Brutal stuff but I'm sure Dogg will be OK.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mansour Barnaoui!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Jabari Jelani (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Justin Lewis (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Lewis has chosen The Butterfly Effect - Sweet and Low as his entrance music. The fight MMA fans around the world have waited their entire lives for!
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275 lbs
27 - 33 - 1 |
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300 lbs
7 - 3 - 0 |
Good takedowns
Lethal high kicks
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Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
27 - 33 - 1, fighting out of Los Angeles, Jabari Jelani!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
7 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Justin Lewis!
The judges for this bout are , Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jab by Jelani.
Lewis lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
It looks like Jabari Jelani has been cut.
Lewis throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Lewis throws a series of punches but Jelani moves out of range.
Jelani tries to keep at a distance but Lewis has taken the fight into the clinch.
Lewis misses with a body punch.
Lewis misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lewis tries to land a knee to the head but Jelani blocks with his arms.
Lewis prevents a takedown attempt there.
Lewis told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Lewis lands with a right to the head.
Lewis tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Jelani blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Lewis misses with a punch on the inside.
Lewis prevents the takedown attempt.
Jelani avoiding damage as Lewis throws knees to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lewis misses with a shot to the kidneys.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lewis missing with knees to the body.
Lewis lands an elbow that stopped Jelani in his tracks for a moment.
Jelani has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Lewis avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jabari Jelani. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lewis prevents Jelani from breaking the clinch.
Lewis lands a left hand.
Jabari Jelani's cut is getting worse.
Lewis landing knees to the body.
Jelani is breathing heavily.
Lewis landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Lewis lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Jabari Jelani's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Lewis digs a right hand into Jelani's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Jelani's gas tank.
Jelani blocks a body shot from Lewis.
Jelani prevents a body shot from Lewis.
Lewis using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Lewis lands a knee to the body.
Lewis tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Jelani avoids it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lewis lands with a light punch inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The fighters are battling for dominant position up against the cage here. Lewis manages to get control of his opponent's head and throws a big knee - Jelani drops to the canvas! He's done! Lewis goes wild and celebrates with his corner - this is a big victory for him and to get the win in such devastating fashion will certainly boost his reputation amongst the fans!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Justin Lewis!
Justin Lewis spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
In defeat, Jabari Jelani stepped up to the mic, saying 'I'll be back !'.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Nautica Thorn (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and John Simmons (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Simmons has chosen Sound of MAdness - Shinedown as his entrance music. John Simmons will no doubt be trying to keep this one on the feet, where he has a distinct advantage.
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270 lbs
9 - 8 - 0 |
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288 lbs
13 - 15 - 0 |
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Good knees
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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
9 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nautica Thorn!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
13 - 15 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, John Simmons!
The judges for this bout are , Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Thorn wants to clinch.
Simmons decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Simmons trying to control from half guard but Thorn is working away.
Thorn kicks off Simmons and gets to his feet.
Simmons tries to score a power double leg takedown but Thorn sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Simmons somewhat.
A swing and a miss from Simmons.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simmons fails with a takedown attempt.
Simmons throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Thorn's waist but Thorn gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Simmons off to one side.
Nautica Thorn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Simmons.
Simmons dips to his left and cracks Thorn with an uppercut!
Simmons digs a good hook to Thorn's body.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Thorn is defended easily by Simmons.
As Thorn backs off Simmons throws a huge counter combo but Thorn manages to avoid it all.
Simmons with a jab.
Thorn shoots in for a takedown but Simmons shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Thorn dives in and grabs Simmons's left leg, looking for a takedown. Simmons pushes down on Thorn's head and hops out.
Simmons connects with a good right hand that stumbles Thorn. Thorn circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Simmons shoots in and gets a takedown into Thorn's guard.
Simmons trying to control the position from guard on top but Thorn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Thorn has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Simmons lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Simmons accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Simmons is looking to work some ground and pound but Thorn has wrist control.
Thorn has his foot on Simmons's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Simmons works his way back into a safe position though.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Simmons's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Simmons with a nice head shot there.
Thorn has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Simmons can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Simmons connects with a couple of short punches.
Simmons has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Simmons trying to control the position from guard on top but Thorn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Thorn working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Simmons doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Simmons manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Simmons accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thorn is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Simmons is looking to improve his position.
Simmons actively working from the bottom here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Simmons is pressing down on Thorn's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Simmons is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Simmons has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Thorn can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Thorn throws a strike but Simmons rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Thorn wants to sweep but no luck.
Thorn is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Simmons lands a couple of digs.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Simmons in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Simmons stops Thorn from standing up.
Thorn is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Simmons is aware though and is defending well.
Simmons passes Thorn's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Simmons landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Thorn trying to control but Simmons postures up.
Thorn on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Simmons lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Simmons is trying to control. Thorn wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Simmons is controlling the pace.
Simmons is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Simmons dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Thorn wants to clinch.
Thorn drops his hands momentarily and Simmons takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Simmons lands a right hook to the body.
Simmons jabs Thorn right on the nose. Thorn blinks but takes it well.
Thorn gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Simmons gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Thorn is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John Simmons!
John Simmons made sure to mention his sponsor, Fury Nutrition Inc. in his post fight interview.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Mack Bolan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kid Caskey (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both these guys have solid standup skills and neither is particularly fantastic on the ground, so let's hope for a nice standup war!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
13 - 11 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Mack Bolan!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
9 - 7 - 1, fighting out of Los Angeles, Kid Caskey!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Frank Antenori and Don Winkell.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bolan has Caskey up against the cage in a clinch.
Caskey escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Caskey misses with a leg kick
and Bolan counters by clinching up.
Bolan tries a body shot but Caskey blocks it.
A frustrated look appears on Caskey's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Caskey breaks from the clinch.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bolan checks a leg kick.
Caskey throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Bolan has Caskey up against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bolan misses with a knee strike.
Bolan tries to land knees in the clinch but Caskey avoids the damage to the body.
Caskey blocks a body shot from Bolan.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Our sources have told us that Bolan has been working on his elbows in the gym.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bolan looking to throw knees to the head but Caskey is blocking nicely.
Caskey blocks an elbow strike.
Caskey pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Caskey tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Caskey misses with a hook.
Caskey swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Caskey fakes the leg kick and cracks Bolan in the body.
Caskey is looking to score with low kicks.
Caskey throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Bolan takes the fight into the clinch.
Bolan tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bolan with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Bolan throws a knee to the head but misses.
A hook to the body from Bolan.
Bolan tries to throw a body punch but Caskey avoids it by throwing Bolan back against the cage.
Caskey escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bolan clinches.
Caskey managing to block the knees to the body from Bolan.
Caskey looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Bolan utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bolan tries a knee to the head but Caskey blocks it.
Bolan with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Bolan lands a good knee to the midsection. Caskey won't want to take too many of those.
Bolan using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Caskey has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Bolan tries to land a knee to the head but Caskey blocks with his arms.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Caskey avoids a wild elbow strike from Bolan.
Bolan with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Caskey is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Bolan missing with knees to the body.
Caskey has Bolan pressed against the cage.
Bolan with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Bolan doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bolan landing knees to the head.
It looks like Kid Caskey has been cut.
Bolan tries to land knees in the clinch but Caskey avoids the damage to the body.
Bolan tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Caskey's elbow.
Bolan with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Caskey managing to block the knees to the body from Bolan.
Caskey breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Caskey throws the kick towards the body but Bolan avoids it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bolan tries to clinch but Caskey moves out of range.
Bolan takes the fight into the clinch.
Bolan throws a knee to the head but misses.
Caskey trying to stall but Bolan improves his position.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Bolan landing knees to the head.
Caskey escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Caskey tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bolan clinches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bolan landing knees to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mack Bolan dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kid Caskey'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.
Bolan tries to close the distance and clinch but Caskey swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bolan pushes Caskey up against the cage in a clinch.
Come on Caskey - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Bolan lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Caskey or not.
Bolan using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Caskey takes a knee right on the jaw!
Bolan putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Caskey in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Bolan tries a body shot but Caskey blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bolan lands a good knee to the midsection. Caskey won't want to take too many of those.
Bolan creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Caskey's defenses.
Bolan lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Bolan throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Bolan connects with a nasty looking knee right to Caskey's face.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bolan with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Bolan tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Bolan scores with a hook to the body.
Caskey is breathing heavily.
Bolan misses with a knee to the head.
Bolan tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Caskey avoids it.
Bolan throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Bolan misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Caskey.
Caskey is trying to push Bolan away but Bolan has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Bolan throws a knee to the head but misses.
Bolan misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bolan tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Caskey avoids it.
Bolan blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Bolan with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Bolan misses with a hook to the ribs.
With the fighters up against the cage, Bolan throws an elbow but misses.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bolan misses with a body punch.
Bolan putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Caskey in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Bolan doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bolan tries to land knees in the clinch but Caskey avoids the damage to the body.
Caskey stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Bolan lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Caskey blocks a body shot from Bolan.
Mack Bolan has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Bolan tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Caskey's elbow.
Bolan crunches a lovely knee into Caskey's ribcage.
Caskey escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Caskey throws a leg kick that misses.
Bolan blocks a head kick by Caskey.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Caskey throws a body kick that misses.
Caskey with a hook.
Bolan moves out of range of the leg kick from Caskey.
Caskey fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Bolan is out of range.
Kid Caskey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Caskey attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Caskey throws a front kick aimed at Bolan's knee but Bolan avoids it well.
Bolan seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Caskey is looking to land body kicks.
Caskey swats away the attempt to clinch by Bolan.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bolan checks the leg kick nicely there.
Bolan on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Bolan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Caskey can do to turn this around?
Caskey has managed to clinch.
Bolan tries to land a knee to the head but Caskey blocks with his arms.
Caskey is struggling to control the position.
Caskey blocks the elbow strike.
Caskey manages to break the clinch.
Caskey fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Bolan is out of range.
Bolan seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Caskey throws a chopping leg kick but Bolan manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Bolan clinches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mack Bolan dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kid Caskey's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
Caskey waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bolan.
Bolan instigates a clinch.
Bolan has Caskey pressed against the cage, preventing Caskey from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Bolan misses with a punch to the body.
Bolan is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Caskey is defending well for now.
Bolan keeps control of Caskey as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
With the fighters up against the cage, Bolan throws an elbow but misses.
Bolan misses with a knee strike.
Bolan misses with a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bolan tries a knee to the head but Caskey blocks it.
A knee to the head by Bolan.
Bolan misses with a body punch.
Bolan missing with knees to the body.
Caskey escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Caskey misses with a leg kick.
Caskey misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bolan is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Caskey.
Caskey pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bolan is out of range and Caskey settles back down.
Bolan instigates a clinch.
Bolan pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Bolan lands a nice knee to the body.
Bolan misses with a punch to the body.
Bolan misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bolan misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bolan tries a knee to the head but Caskey blocks it.
Bolan tries to land knees in the clinch but Caskey avoids the damage to the body.
Bolan goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bolan throws an elbow but it misses.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Bolan obliges.
Caskey takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
With the fighters up against the cage, Bolan throws an elbow but misses.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Bolan.
Bolan misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bolan misses with a knee strike.
Caskey tries to circle away but Bolan has him pinned against the cage.
Bolan working Caskey over with knees to the body.
Bolan tries to throw a body punch but Caskey avoids it by throwing Bolan back against the cage.
Bolan is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Caskey is defending well for now.
Bolan misses with a knee strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bolan tries a knee to the head but Caskey blocks it.
Caskey is looking to break free of the clinch but Bolan has double underhooks.
Bolan tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Caskey avoids it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bolan trying to land knees to the body.
Caskey stalls.
Bolan tries to land a knee to the head but Caskey blocks with his arms.
Bolan misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Caskey.
Bolan prevents a body shot from Caskey.
Bolan with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Caskey leaning against his opponent.
Bolan misses with a punch to the body.
Bolan struggles to land a body shot inside as Caskey controls his hands.
Bolan can't find room to land a body shot as Caskey controls the action.
Bolan keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Caskey's efforts to push away.
Bolan misses with a knee to the head.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bolan working Caskey over with knees to the body.
Bolan connects with a knee to the head.
Bolan misses with a punch to the body.
Mack Bolan is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Bolan has Caskey pressed against the cage, preventing Caskey from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Bolan tries to land a knee to the head but Caskey blocks with his arms.
Caskey breaks the clinch.
Caskey throws a head kick that misses
and Bolan counters by clinching up.
Bolan looking to throw knees to the head but Caskey is blocking nicely.
Caskey avoids a wild elbow strike from Bolan.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bolan is leaning against Caskey and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Caskey looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Kid Caskey has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Caskey throws an elbow but it's blocked.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mack Bolan showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Bolan, 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mack Bolan!
A relieved looking Mack Bolan 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 welterweight MMA rules bout between Bobby Tupper (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Uhtred Bebbanburg (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
5 - 11 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Bobby Tupper!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
17 - 5 - 2, fighting out of Los Angeles, Uhtred Bebbanburg!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Frank Antenori and Don Winkell.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tupper moves in looking to clinch but Bebbanburg pushes him off.
Bobby Tupper seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tupper pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bebbanburg changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tupper wants to clinch.
Tupper keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Tupper moves into the clinch.
Bebbanburg changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Tupper fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Tupper throws a right hand that misses
and Bebbanburg counters with a nice double leg into side control. Tupper won't be happy with that.
Tupper wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bebbanburg misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bebbanburg is trying to ground and pound but Tupper uses the momentary lack of control by Bebbanburg to regain half guard.
Tupper is trying to stand.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bebbanburg throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Bebbanburg missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Tupper looks like he's trying to stand up.
Bebbanburg lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Bebbanburg trying to advance position but Tupper counters by regaining guard.
Bebbanburg throws an elbow that misses. Tupper uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Bebbanburg's guard. Nice move by Tupper!
Tupper has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Bebbanburg is proving hard to escape from.
Tupper stands up and waves to Bebbanburg to follow him.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bebbanburg throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Tupper tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Bebbanburg is in Tupper's guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bebbanburg accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bebbanburg loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Bebbanburg working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Bebbanburg looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Bebbanburg throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bebbanburg accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Tupper is looking to stand up but Bebbanburg isn't so interested in that idea.
Bebbanburg chips away with some ground and pound.
Bebbanburg has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Bebbanburg stops Tupper from standing up.
Bebbanburg throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tupper might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tupper wants to stand up but Bebbanburg is controlling him.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bebbanburg lands a couple of elbows.
Bebbanburg with a flurry of punches that miss.
Bebbanburg throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tupper is looking to stand up but Bebbanburg isn't so interested in that idea.
Bebbanburg trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bebbanburg throws a big elbow that misses.
Bebbanburg throws a big right hand that misses.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Tupper tries to clinch but Bebbanburg moves out of range.
Tupper fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tupper attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Left hook, right uppercut from Tupper.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bebbanburg.
Bobby Tupper has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Uhtred Bebbanburg.
Tupper tries to clinch but Bebbanburg is having none of it.
Tupper tries to clinch there but Bebbanburg circles away.
Bebbanburg shoots for a takedown but Tupper saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Bebbanburg shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Tupper defends it nicely.
Bebbanburg shoots for a takedown but Tupper saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Tupper tries to counter by clinching up but Bebbanburg breaks away and moves out of range.
Tupper comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bebbanburg gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Tupper counters with a series of strikes. Bebbanburg will be more careful next time no doubt.
Horrible takedown attempt by Bebbanburg or perhaps it was just good defense by Tupper, which made it look bad.
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 Bobby Tupper will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Bebbanburg is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tupper sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Tupper rushes Bebbanburg and presses him up against the cage.
Tupper is leaning against Bebbanburg and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tupper putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Bebbanburg in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Bebbanburg tries to pull guard but Tupper won't allow it.
Tupper lands an elbow that stopped Bebbanburg in his tracks for a moment.
It looks like Uhtred Bebbanburg has been cut.
Bebbanburg tries for a takedown but Tupper manages to get underhooks.
Bobby Tupper has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Uhtred Bebbanburg.
Tupper pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tupper goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Bebbanburg takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Tupper moves in looking to clinch but Bebbanburg pushes him off.
Tupper is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bebbanburg can do to turn this around?
Tupper tries to clinch
and Bebbanburg decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Tupper's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bebbanburg postures up and lands a big shot to Tupper's brow.
Bebbanburg pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tupper is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tupper working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bebbanburg.
Tupper wants to stand up but Bebbanburg is controlling him.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bebbanburg postures up in Tupper's guard and throws a big left but Tupper blocks it.
Bebbanburg scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Bebbanburg throws a big elbow that misses.
Tupper is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Bebbanburg cracks Tupper with a solid left hand.
Bebbanburg throwing strikes from guard but Tupper blocks nicely.
Bebbanburg with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Bebbanburg is in close to Tupper's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Tupper preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bebbanburg accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bebbanburg scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Tupper wants to stand up but Bebbanburg is controlling him.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bebbanburg with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Tupper wants to get back to his feet but Bebbanburg is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Bebbanburg is working Tupper over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Tupper wants to get back to his feet but Bebbanburg is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Bebbanburg is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Bebbanburg postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Bebbanburg throwing strikes but missing.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Bebbanburg's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Bebbanburg is working Tupper over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bebbanburg throws a big elbow that misses.
Bebbanburg throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tupper working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bebbanburg.
Bebbanburg throws a big right hand that misses.
Bebbanburg postures up in Tupper's guard and throws a big left but Tupper blocks it.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Tupper is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Tupper is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bebbanburg changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Bebbanburg swats away the attempt to clinch by Tupper.
Bebbanburg takes a head kick and keeps coming.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tupper closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Tupper's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bebbanburg shoots in and drives through. Tupper sprawls well.
Tupper tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bebbanburg shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Tupper pinned against the cage. Tupper gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Tupper tries to clinch but Bebbanburg moves out of range.
Tupper misses with a combination
and Bebbanburg counters with a takedown into side control.
Tupper throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! 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!
Tupper throws a head kick that half lands.
Tupper lands a high kick!
Bebbanburg shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Tupper pinned against the cage. Tupper gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bobby Tupper dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Uhtred Bebbanburg's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Bebbanburg shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tupper but Tupper pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Tupper tries to clinch up.
Bebbanburg scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Bebbanburg not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Bebbanburg throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Ground and pound from Bebbanburg.
Bebbanburg working over Tupper with some ground and pound. Tupper looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Tupper pushes Bebbanburg off looking to stand but Bebbanburg dives back in and keeps control.
Bebbanburg working the head and body with strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tupper keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Bebbanburg slips a nice elbow through Tupper's hands, connecting with Tupper's forehead.
Bebbanburg throwing shots but Tupper is blocking nicely.
Bebbanburg prevents Tupper from standing back up.
Bebbanburg not landing any meaningful shots this time.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tupper pushes Bebbanburg off looking to stand but Bebbanburg dives back in and keeps control.
Ground and pound from Bebbanburg.
Nice strikes from Bebbanburg there.
Bebbanburg wants to pass the guard but Tupper is defending well.
Tupper is looking to escape.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nice strikes from Bebbanburg there.
Tupper is trying to stand up here but Bebbanburg is controlling him well.
Tupper has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Bebbanburg is on him like a limpet, forcing Tupper back against the cage.
Tupper escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bebbanburg.
Tupper fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bobby Tupper is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nice takedown defense from Tupper. No joy for Bebbanburg on that attempt.
As Bebbanburg looks to move away, Tupper throws a big counter combo bu Bebbanburg just gets out of the way.
Bobby Tupper has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Uhtred Bebbanburg.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tupper tries to clinch up but Bebbanburg circles away and keeps his distance.
Tupper misses with a kick to the body.
Tupper wants to clinch.
Tupper swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bebbanburg tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bebbanburg is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tupper sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Tupper tries to clinch but Bebbanburg is having none of it.
Tupper misses with a two punch combination.
Bebbanburg shoots in and drives through. Tupper sprawls well.
Bobby Tupper is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tupper gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tupper escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bebbanburg is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tupper sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Tupper misses with a few strikes there.
A countering left hand to the body from Bebbanburg misses.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bebbanburg circles away from the clinch attempt.
Danga de danga de dang - Tupper scores with a four punch combination!
Tupper throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nice sprawl there from Tupper as Bebbanburg shoots in.
Bebbanburg fails with a takedown attempt.
Tupper swings for the body but Bebbanburg moves out of range.
A nice side step and Bebbanburg releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bebbanburg gets tackled into the cage by Tupper. Tupper maintains the clinch.
Bebbanburg on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Bebbanburg tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Tupper just stands there and leans against the cage.
Tupper escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bebbanburg shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Tupper sprawls well. Tupper wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bebbanburg gets slowly back to his feet.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A head kick misses from Tupper.
Bebbanburg drives through with a takedown into guard.
Tupper wants to stand up but Bebbanburg is controlling him.
Bebbanburg throws a strike but Tupper rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Uhtred Bebbanburg has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bobby Tupper is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tupper has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Bebbanburg has Tupper pulled in close to control his posture.
Tupper wants to stand but Bebbanburg has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
We've been hearing that Tupper has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Bebbanburg is working an open guard so Tupper takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bobby Tupper showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tupper, 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bobby Tupper!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Sammy Boyd (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jozef Jankowski (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Jozef Jankowski has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
17 - 11 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Sammy Boyd!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
22 - 14 - 1, fighting out of Los Angeles, Jozef Jankowski!
The judges for this bout are , Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Boyd loads up on a big right hand but Jankowski slips the punch.
Jankowski tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Boyd throws a hook but Jankowski blocks it.
Boyd tries to score a power double leg takedown but Jankowski sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Boyd somewhat.
Nice sprawl there from Boyd as Jankowski shoots in.
A swing and a miss from Boyd.
Donk. Boyd catches Jankowski right on the button with a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boyd misses with a double jab
so Jankowski counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
We've been hearing good reports from Boyd's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jankowski is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Jankowski lands a couple of decent looking shots.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jankowski not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Boyd 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.
Boyd looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jankowski working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Boyd is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Jankowski lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Boyd pulls Jankowski in to control the position.
Boyd is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Jankowski is aware though and is defending well.
Jankowski wants to control from the top but Boyd keeps moving.
Jankowski prevents Boyd from getting back to his feet.
Boyd keeping moving, preventing Jankowski from controlling successfully.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Boyd is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boyd clobbers Jankowski with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Boyd misses with the body kick
and Jankowski counters with a takedown into side control.
Jankowski misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Boyd is looking to reverse the position.
Jankowski trying to control the action but Boyd is working from the bottom.
Boyd is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Boyd is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Jankowski's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Jankowski's back!
Boyd has good solid back control here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Boyd misses with punches from the back.
Jankowski turns into Boyd and is now in his guard.
Jankowski trying to control but Boyd is working from the bottom.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Jankowski doesn't manage to clinch there - Boyd circles away.
Boyd buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Boyd thuds his shin into the meat of Jankowski's side.
Boyd thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jankowski changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Boyd fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Jankowski checks it well.
Boyd throws a lazy right hand but Jankowski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jankowski steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Boyd.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Boyd wants to slow Jankowski down by chopping away at his legs.
Boyd closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Jankowski to the mat! Jankowski manages to get full guard.
Boyd throws a big elbow that misses.
Boyd postures up in Jankowski's guard and throws a big left but Jankowski blocks it.
Boyd wants to control from the top but Jankowski keeps moving.
Jankowski looking for a sweep. Not yet Jankowski, not yet.
Boyd is looking to work some ground and pound but Jankowski has wrist control.
Jankowski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Boyd working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Jankowski's head.
Boyd makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sammy Boyd dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Boyd throws a right hand that misses
and Jankowski holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Jankowski fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Boyd misses with some punches.
Jankowski blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Boyd tries to throw a body punch but Jankowski avoids it by throwing Boyd back against the cage.
Jankowski is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Boyd can't fight it off and eventually Jankowski manages to take the fight to the floor. Boyd looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Jankowski is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Boyd is trying to control the position but Jankowski postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boyd is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Jankowski is aware though and is defending well.
Boyd preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jankowski working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Jankowski stands and throws Boyd's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Boyd is not content to let Jankowski control the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jankowski in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Jankowski working away.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Jankowski is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Boyd knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Boyd is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Jankowski's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Boyd tries to roll over but Jankowski keeps him under control.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boyd throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Boyd throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Jankowski is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Jankowski has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Boyd misses with a few strikes there.
Jankowski tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Boyd fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jankowski manages to avoid it.
Boyd shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Jankowski is trying to defend but Boyd finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Boyd seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Jankowski does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boyd not doing much here.
Boyd has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Jankowski is wriggling around trying to escape.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Boyd postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Jankowski looks a forlorn figure.
Jankowski holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Boyd tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Poor strikes thrown by Boyd there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Boyd has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Boyd wants to control the pace but Jankowski is squirming around nicely.
Boyd content just to control the position here.
Boyd trying to control but Jankowski is having none of it.
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.
Boyd looking to finish with strikes here!
Boyd throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Boyd misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Jankowski tries to hold on but Boyd postures up.
Boyd trying to control but Jankowski is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boyd moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Jankowski has worked his arm free - good work by Jankowski!
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sammy Boyd dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
Jankowski blocks a head kick by Boyd.
A chopping leg kick lands by Boyd.
Boyd attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Sammy Boyd seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jankowski stuffs the takedown attempt from Boyd. Boyd gets slowly back to his feet.
Boyd pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Boyd tries for a takedown but Jankowski sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Jankowski has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jankowski there as he acknowledges the shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jankowski drives through and clinches with Boyd against the cage.
Jankowski is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Boyd pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Boyd struggles to land a body shot inside as Jankowski controls his hands.
A shot in the inside from Boyd.
Jankowski unloads a knee to the mid-section. Boyd lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jankowski is working for takedown but Boyd is calmly controlling the position for now.
Boyd is fighting off a takedown attempt but Jankowski is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Boyd to the mat. Boyd regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Boyd manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Boyd looks to score with a jab to the body but Jankowski is just out of range.
Boyd misses the shot to the body.
Jankowski steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Boyd.
Jankowski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Boyd.
Jankowski keeps the fight on the outside.
Jankowski fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Sammy Boyd has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jozef Jankowski.
Boyd misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Boyd lands a jab.
Sammy Boyd is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
It looks like Jozef Jankowski has been cut.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jankowski checks a low kick from Boyd.
Boyd scores with a hook to the body. Jankowski takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Boyd throws a leg kick
and Jankowski counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boyd misses with a body shot.
Jankowski bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Boyd sets himself, and Jankowski steps forward looking for the clinch! Boyd avoids it this time.
Jankowski moves out of range as Boyd throws a body kick.
Jankowski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Boyd.
Boyd lands with a nice body punch.
Boyd misses with a low kick as Jankowski jumps back.
Boyd tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Jankowski swivels and escapes.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Boyd tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jankowski defends well and Boyd ends up having to push Jankowski into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Boyd is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jankowski can do to turn this around?
Jankowski takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Boyd misses with a looping right.
Boyd misses with an uppercut.
Boyd tries to land a leg kick but Jankowski saw it coming and moves away.
Boyd throws a half hearted mid kick.
Boyd shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Jankowski counters with a takedown into side control.
Jankowski misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Boyd tries to bench press Jankowski off him but Jankowski keeps the position.
Jankowski tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Jankowski has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Boyd is pushing Jankowski's head away, looking to escape. Jankowski manages to hold on to the position though.
Boyd stops Jankowski from passing to mount.
Boyd can't do much from the bottom here.
Jankowski looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Jozef Jankowski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boyd is trying to improve his position.
Boyd tries to escape but Jankowski is in control.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Boyd regains half guard.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Jankowski shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Boyd as he avoids it easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sammy Boyd showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Boyd, 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sammy Boyd!
Sammy Boyd thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Arkady Balagan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Akeel Lynch (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Arkady Balagan could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Akeel Lynch's chin.
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27
195 lbs
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26
203 lbs
10 - 3 - 0 |
Good wrestling
Basic striking
Cardio machine |
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Good gas tank |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
12 - 6 - 1, fighting out of Los Angeles, Arkady Balagan!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
10 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Akeel Lynch!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, and Don Winkell.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Balagan shoots in and drives through. Lynch sprawls well.
Lynch has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Balagan is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Nice uppercut there from Lynch.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Balagan.
Lynch feints the counter takedown.
Lynch slaps away a takedown attempt from Balagan, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Arkady Balagan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lynch fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Balagan sprawls well initially but Lynch persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Lynch looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Balagan avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lynch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lynch missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Lynch looks to land a strike but Balagan avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Lynch missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Balagan managing to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Balagan trying to control the position.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Lynch throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Lynch feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Balagans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Balagan closes the distance and clinches up with Lynch, looking for a takedown. Balagan pushes Lynch against the cage but Lynch circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Lynch drives through with a takedown into Balagan's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Lynch has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lynch throwing strikes from guard but Balagan blocks nicely.
Lynch trying to control but Balagan is working from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Balagan is on top in guard.
Lynch looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lynch preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Lynch holds on and takes a little breather.
Balagan postures up in Lynch's guard and throws a big left but Lynch blocks it.
Balagan thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Lynch throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Balagan stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Balagan fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Balagan looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lynch lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lynch shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Lynch throws an elbow that misses. Balagan uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Lynch's guard. Nice move by Balagan!
Lynch preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Lynch lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Balagan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lynch manages to get himself to full guard.
Balagan being controlled here momentarily.
Balagan trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lynch looking to hit a scissor sweep but Balagan is one step ahead there.
Balagan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lynch is keeping the position for now.
Balagan postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Balagan lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Lynch wants to sweep but no luck.
Lynch controlling Balagan's posture.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lynch bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Balagan's guard.
Balagan looking to control.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Akeel Lynch dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Balagan misses with a low kick.
Balagan shoots in for a takedown but Lynch shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Balagan fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Lynch misses with a looping left.
Balagan appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Balagan shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Lynch but Lynch pushes him off and we're back to square one.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lynch! But no joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Arkady Balagan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice sprawl there from Lynch as Balagan shoots in.
Balagan looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Balagan closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Lynch to the mat! Lynch manages to get full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lynch is on top in guard.
Balagan has momentary wrist control but Lynch slips an elbow through the middle.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lynch missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Lynch has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lynch throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Lynch missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Lynch trying to control the position from guard on top but Balagan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lynch throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Balagan works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Lynch is working Balagan over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Balagan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lynch throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Balagan works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Lynch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Balagan is keeping the position for now.
Lynch trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Balagan manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!
Balagan postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Lynch looking for a sweep. Not yet Lynch, not yet.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Balagan's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lynch connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Balagan scrambles back to his feet.
Balagan fails with a takedown attempt.
Balagan misses with a takedown
and Lynch counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Lynch cracks a nice hook into Balagan's ribs.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Balagan.
Lynch throws a jab when Balagan was well out of range.
Lynch feints and as Balagan raises his hands in defense, Lynch changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Lynch throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Balagan works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Lynch trying to control the position from guard on top but Balagan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lynch passes Balagan's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Lynch throwing shots but Balagan is blocking nicely.
Lynch controlling the action here.
Balagan tries to get to full guard but Lynch has control of the leg.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lynch stalling away here and it's allowed Balagan to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Balagan utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Balagan looks for a takedown but Lynch sprawls well.
Balagan fails with a takedown attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lynch keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Akeel Lynch showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
Lynch tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Balagan was well out of range. Poor timing from Lynch.
Balagan fails with a takedown attempt.
Lynch with the counter takedown but Balagan avoids it easily.
Balagan shoots in and drives through. Lynch sprawls well.
Lynch changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lynch lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lynch scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Lynch tries to pass the half guard into mount. Balagan knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Balagan wants to sweep but Lynch has passed to side control!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lynch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Balagan keeps working.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Balagan parries the strikes from Lynch easily there. Lynch is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Balagan to escape.
Lynch working the body and head with strikes.
Lynch advances to full mount.
Balagan sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Lynch winds up and cracks Balagan with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Balagan taking some punishment here, with Lynch in his half guard.
Lynch tries to pass to full mount but Balagan defends it.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Balagan blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lynch.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Nice takedown defense from Lynch. No joy for Balagan on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Arkady Balagan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Balagan shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Lynch defends it nicely.
Balagan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lynch.
Lynch works the jab nicely.
Balagan scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Lynch can't do much from the bottom here.
Balagan working the ground and pound but Lynch is defending the strikes.
Balagan is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Lynch knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Lynch manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Balagan not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Balagan 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.
Balagan not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Lynch trying to control from the bottom.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Lynch feints and as Balagan raises his hands in defense, Lynch changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Akeel Lynch has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Lynch's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lynch throwing strikes from guard but Balagan blocks nicely.
Lynch loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Lynch working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Balagan working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lynch.
Arkady Balagan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Akeel Lynch is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lynch missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Balagan avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lynch throws a strike but Balagan rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lynch digs a good hook to Balagan's body.
Balagan misses with a body punch
and Lynch counters with a stiff right hand.
Lynch lands with a nice body punch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Akeel Lynch comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Lynch has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Akeel Lynch!
After winning the bout, Akeel Lynch 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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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between George Christ (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Andy Berdich (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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30
139 lbs
9 - 5 - 0 |
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142 lbs
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Abu Dhabi Champ
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Basic striking
Good gas tank |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
9 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, George Christ!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
23 - 15 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Andy Berdich!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and .
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A momentary lapse in concentration from Berdich enables Christ to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Berdich manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Berdich looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Christ slips nicely into half guard.
Christ is trying to work for a kimura but Berdich is defending well.
Christ is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Berdich doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Christ.
Berdich is staying active underneath Christ, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Christ is pressing down on Berdich's thigh, looking to free his foot. Berdich is holding on for now.
Christ is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Berdich is looking for a sweep. Christ is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Christ is thwarting Berdich's attempts to control the position.
Berdich moves into full guard.
Christ trying to control the position from guard on top but Berdich is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Christ wants to pass the guard but Berdich is keeping the position.
Berdich is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Christ stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Berdich swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Berdich escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Christ gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Christ trying to control the position from guard on top but Berdich is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Berdich bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Christ's guard.
Berdich tries to free his leg and advance position but Christ is retaining full guard.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Berdich scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Christ can't do much from the bottom here.
Berdich throws an elbow but Christ slips to the side and avoids it well.
Christ sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Christ is staying active underneath Berdich, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Christ looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Berdich is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Christ looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Berdich is trying to work for a kimura but Christ is defending well.
Christ is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Rape Academy (7 elite, 6 2x elite), so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Christ is not content to let Berdich control the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Christ on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Berdich wants to pass the guard but Christ is defending well.
Christ is trying to get back to full guard.
Christ wants to control but Berdich is keeping busy.
Christ looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Berdich is nestled in close to Christ, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Christ looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Berdich is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Christ is just riding it out for now. Berdich eventually gives up the hold.
Christ moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Berdich keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Christ's head.
Berdich postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Christ working for a triangle but Berdich defends it easily.
Christ escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Berdich gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Berdich cracks Christ with a solid left hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Andy Berdich dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Christ shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Berdich's guard.
Christ pushing down on Berdich's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Christ is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Berdich is just riding it out for now. Christ eventually gives up the hold.
Berdich is pressing down on Christ's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Berdich is on top in guard.
Christ looking for a guillotine here but Berdich defends easily.
Christ looking for a guillotine here but Berdich defends easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Berdich makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Christ escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Berdich gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Berdich advances position into side control!
Christ manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Berdich is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Christ wants to improve his position but Berdich is controlling well.
Nice strikes from Berdich there.
Berdich lands strikes from half guard.
Christ looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Christ is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Berdich pulls his head out easily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nice strikes from Berdich there.
Berdich scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Christ is trying to get back to full guard.
Berdich lands with a punch from half guard.
Christ is trying to get back to full guard.
Berdich tries to pass the half guard into mount. Christ knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Berdich lands a nice short elbow.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Berdich trying to pass the guard but Christ defending well.
Christ gets back to full guard.
Christ has his foot on Berdich's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Berdich works his way back into a safe position though.
Berdich is in close to Christ's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Berdich is working Christ over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Berdich looking to pass the guard.
Berdich is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Berdich tries to free his leg and advance position but Christ is retaining full guard.
Berdich postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Berdich avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Berdich has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Berdich stands and throws Christ's legs to the side, diving into side control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Berdich scores with a couple of short elbows.
Christ stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Berdich in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Berdich scoring with punches and elbows.
Berdich is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Christ is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Berdich working the ground and pound from side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Berdich lands some shots froms side control.
Berdich working away.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Christ manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Christ is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Berdich defends it well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Andy Berdich showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
Christ slaps away a takedown attempt from Berdich, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Christ tries to counter by clinching up but Berdich breaks away and moves out of range.
Berdich shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Christ is trying to defend but Berdich finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Berdich passes the guard and advances to mount!
Christ wants to control but Berdich is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Berdich lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Christ is rocked!
Berdich looking to finish here with some ground and pound. He lands one big shot that has Christ covering up... and two more big strikes land, forcing the referee to step in and put and end to proceedings! This fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Andy Berdich!
Andy Berdich decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Jimmy Smith (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ansgar Kurucz (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Smith might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to MGK - Wild Boy ft. Waka Flocka Flame. Kurucz has chosen Marek Ztraceny - Sex s Ex as his entrance music. Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
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28
147 lbs
19 - 5 - 0 |
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34
139 lbs
14 - 17 - 0 |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
19 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Jimmy Smith!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
14 - 17 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Ansgar Kurucz!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kurucz throws a head kick that misses.
Smith appears to be looking for a big counter.
Kurucz misses with a head kick.
Smith keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've been hearing reports that Smith has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Kurucz fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kurucz throws a sloppy head kick and Smith moves out of range easily.
As Kurucz looks to move away, Smith throws a big counter combo bu Kurucz just gets out of the way.
Kurucz moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kurucz swings away with a body shot that misses
and Smith counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Smith shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Smith showed some decent athleticism there.
Kurucz makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Kurucz looks to land a combination but Smith avoids it well.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kurucz loads up on a big right hand but Smith slips the punch.
Smith shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kurucz but Kurucz pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Smith looks to land a combination but Kurucz avoids it well.
Smith throws a nice head kick!
Smith darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kurucz takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kurucz misses with a low kick.
Kurucz throws a sloppy head kick and Smith moves out of range easily.
Smith checks a low kick from Kurucz.
Kurucz gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Smith.
Kurucz misses with an uppercut. Smith saw that one coming.
Smith throws a right and a left that both miss.
A shot to the body from Kurucz misses
and Smith counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Smith.
Smith trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurucz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Smith controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Kurucz looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Smith is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Smith prevents Kurucz from getting back to his feet.
Kurucz has his foot on Smith's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Smith works his way back into a safe position though.
Smith makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kurucz throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Smith keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kurucz's head.
Smith postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Smith trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Smith lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Kurucz is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Smith working some strikes from top position.
Smith landing with the ground and pound.
Smith stands up over Kurucz, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Kurucz looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Smith passes into side control.
Smith scoring with punches and elbows.
Kurucz throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Kurucz throws a head kick that misses
and Smith counters with a nice uppercut.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Smith tries a head kick but it misses.
Nice defenses there by Smith.
Nice straight punches there by Kurucz. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kurucz.
Smith looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kurucz misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Smith counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Smith on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kurucz. Kurucz obviously looking to wear him down.
Kurucz throws a body punch but Smith moves out of range.
Kurucz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kurucz throws a lazy head kick
and Smith counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kurucz fails in his attempt to clinch.
Smith gets a takedown into half guard.
Kurucz is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Smith pulls his head out easily.
Smith working the head and body with strikes.
Kurucz is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Smith pulls his head out easily.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kurucz tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Kurucz punching from the bottom.
Smith seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Smith not doing much here.
Kurucz wants to get back to full guard but Smith has mounted him!
Smith can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kurucz is looking to escape.
Smith scoring with strikes but Kurucz is staying in there.
Kurucz throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Smith prevents Kurucz from getting the reversal.
Smith cracks Kurucz with a big head shot that has him covering up instantly! He's rolled onto his side and the referee has seen enough - this one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jimmy Smith!
Jimmy Smith thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Joost Van De Wolf Keizer (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Greg Garrison (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Van De Wolf Keizer kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is MASTODON - BLOOD AND THUNDER. 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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275 lbs
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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
37 - 12 - 1, fighting out of Los Angeles, Joost Van De Wolf Keizer!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
15 - 10 - 0, fighting out of London, Greg Garrison!
The judges for this bout are , Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Van De Wolf Keizer throws a body punch but Garrison moves out of range.
Van De Wolf Keizer lands with a nice body punch.
Van De Wolf Keizer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Garrison.
Garrison takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Garrison darts in looking for a takedown but Van De Wolf Keizer gets double underhooks and turns Garrison into the cage.
Van De Wolf Keizer turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Garrison tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Van De Wolf Keizer manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Van De Wolf Keizer throws a body shot but no joy.
Garrison tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Garrison avoids a punch combination nicely.
Garrison shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Van De Wolf Keizer is trying to defend but Garrison finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van De Wolf Keizer is looking to improve his position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Garrison tries to stand and escape but Van De Wolf Keizer is controlling the position.
Van De Wolf Keizer keeping control of the position.
Van De Wolf Keizer is trying to control but can't.
Van De Wolf Keizer manages to get to full guard.
Garrison trying to control but Van De Wolf Keizer is working from the bottom.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Van De Wolf Keizer is looking for a triangle but Garrison pushes his legs off easily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Van De Wolf Keizer bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Garrison's guard.
Garrison wants to hit a switch here but Van De Wolf Keizer passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Garrison there!
Van De Wolf Keizer fails to take his opponent's back.
Garrison is desperately trying to improve his position but Van De Wolf Keizer has a good base and remains in mount.
Van De Wolf Keizer jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Garrison is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Garrison and Van De Wolf Keizer has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Van De Wolf Keizer working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Garrison is looking for a sweep.
Van De Wolf Keizer trying to control the action but Garrison is working from the bottom.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Garrison avoids the body shot from Van De Wolf Keizer.
Garrison swings for the body but Van De Wolf Keizer moves out of range.
Van De Wolf Keizer fakes the leg kick and cracks Garrison in the body.
Van De Wolf Keizer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Van De Wolf Keizer is trying hard to land a takedown here. Garrison sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Van De Wolf Keizer with a lazy takedown attempt
and Garrison counters with a series of strikes. Van De Wolf Keizer will be more careful next time no doubt.
Garrison is looking to land body kicks.
Garrison looks for a takedown but Van De Wolf Keizer sprawls well.
Garrison scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Garrison works his way into side control.
You can see the frustration on Van De Wolf Keizer's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Van De Wolf Keizer stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Van De Wolf Keizer is trying to get back to half guard.
Van De Wolf Keizer wants to control but Garrison postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Van De Wolf Keizer taking punishment in the form of punches.
Van De Wolf Keizer tries to buck Garrison off but Garrison is having none of it.
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 Joost Van De Wolf Keizer will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Van De Wolf Keizer is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Garrison's half guard.
Van De Wolf Keizer is looking to stall here but Garrison recovers full guard.
Garrison manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Van De Wolf Keizer manages to get himself to full guard.
Garrison must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Garrison wants to control from the top but Van De Wolf Keizer keeps moving.
Van De Wolf Keizer seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Van De Wolf Keizer controls Garrison momentarily but Garrison frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garrison decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Van De Wolf Keizer, up you get!
Van De Wolf Keizer attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Garrison moves into the clinch.
Garrison taking a breather.
Van De Wolf Keizer working hard to break the clinch.
Van De Wolf Keizer jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Garrison walks away with a smile on his face. Van De Wolf Keizer gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Garrison is looking to clinch but Van De Wolf Keizer is avoiding it.
Van De Wolf Keizer looks to land a left hand but Garrison moved out of range nicely.
Garrison shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Van De Wolf Keizer won't allow Garrison to pass to mount.
Van De Wolf Keizer wants to get back to full guard.
Garrison is looking to pass Van De Wolf Keizer's guard but actually Van De Wolf Keizer recovers to full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Van De Wolf Keizer not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Garrison trying to control the position from guard on top but Van De Wolf Keizer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Van De Wolf Keizer not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Van De Wolf Keizer wants to sweep here but Garrison controlling him for the moment.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Van De Wolf Keizer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Garrison fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Van De Wolf Keizer avoids it really well and circles away.
Van De Wolf Keizer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Van De Wolf Keizer leaves Garrison with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Van De Wolf Keizer lands with a slapping head kick.
Van De Wolf Keizer looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Joost Van De Wolf Keizer is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Van De Wolf Keizer gets a double leg takedown into Garrison's guard.
Van De Wolf Keizer trying to control the position from guard on top but Garrison is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Garrison trying to control the position here.
Garrison keeping full guard, as Van De Wolf Keizer tries to pass.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Garrison working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Van De Wolf Keizer doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Van De Wolf Keizer manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Van De Wolf Keizer stays in close to Garrison's body and controls the position.
Van De Wolf Keizer postures up.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Garrison can't keep his opponent in guard - Van De Wolf Keizer advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Van De Wolf Keizer fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Garrison fails to land the takedown.
Joost Van De Wolf Keizer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Greg Garrison.
Van De Wolf Keizer misses the shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joost Van De Wolf Keizer 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.
Garrison uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Van De Wolf Keizer.
Garrison misses with a few strikes there.
Garrison is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Garrison throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Van De Wolf Keizer fakes the leg kick and cracks Garrison in the body.
Garrison fails with the takedown.
Garrison checks a low kick from Van De Wolf Keizer.
Garrison doesn't manage to clinch there - Van De Wolf Keizer circles away.
Van De Wolf Keizer throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Garrison.
Garrison is looking for the big counter here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van De Wolf Keizer scores with a body shot.
Van De Wolf Keizer darts in looking for a takedown but Garrison gets double underhooks and turns Van De Wolf Keizer into the cage.
Van De Wolf Keizer looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Garrison throws a series of punches but Van De Wolf Keizer moves out of range.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Van De Wolf Keizer throws a leg kick that misses.
Garrison tries to clinch there but Van De Wolf Keizer circles away.
Garrison avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Van De Wolf Keizer scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Garrison bucks up and tries to throw Van De Wolf Keizer off but instead Van De Wolf Keizer has got his back!
Garrison tries to roll but Van De Wolf Keizer sticks to his back.
Garrison wants to get back to his feet.
Van De Wolf Keizer has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Garrison has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Van De Wolf Keizer is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Garrison has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Garrison is trying to break free.
Van De Wolf Keizer looking to break Garrison's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Garrison remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Van De Wolf Keizer will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Garrison defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Van De Wolf Keizer has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Garrison has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Van De Wolf Keizer is not going to allow Garrison to sit and survive in this position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Garrison trying to get back to his feet but Van De Wolf Keizer is in full control for now.
Van De Wolf Keizer keeps control of the position as Garrison tries to break free.
Van De Wolf Keizer is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Garrison defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Joost Van De Wolf Keizer overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Garrison turns into Van De Wolf Keizer and is now in his guard.
Van De Wolf Keizer is looking to sweep but instead, Garrison has passed into half guard.
Garrison is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Van De Wolf Keizer wants to control but Garrison is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Van De Wolf Keizer tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Garrison has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Garrison wants to control the pace but Van De Wolf Keizer is squirming around nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Van De Wolf Keizer can't escape the position.
Garrison working for a guillotine from mount but Van De Wolf Keizer is in no mood to give up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joost Van De Wolf Keizer clearly takes that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
Garrison clinches up with Van De Wolf Keizer and pushes him back against the cage.
Garrison blocks an uppercut.
Van De Wolf Keizer tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Garrison just stands there and leans against the cage.
Van De Wolf Keizer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Van De Wolf Keizer shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Garrison as he avoids it easily.
Garrison has a takedown stuffed.
Garrison misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garrison throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Van De Wolf Keizer's waist but Van De Wolf Keizer gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Garrison off to one side.
Joost Van De Wolf Keizer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Greg Garrison.
Van De Wolf Keizer stuffs the takedown attempt from Garrison. Garrison gets slowly back to his feet.
Van De Wolf Keizer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Garrison was well out of range. Poor timing from Van De Wolf Keizer.
Garrison is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Van De Wolf Keizer throws a nice inside leg kick.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Van De Wolf Keizer, right into the meat.
Garrison looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Van De Wolf Keizer fails with the takedown
and Garrison counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Garrison.
Van De Wolf Keizer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Garrison's elbow.
Van De Wolf Keizer misses with a hook from the clinch.
Van De Wolf Keizer misses with a punch to the body.
Van De Wolf Keizer drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Garrison gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Van De Wolf Keizer has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Garrison clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Garrison manages to get to his feet, escaping the difficult position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Joost Van De Wolf Keizer is winning the standup battle so far.
Van De Wolf Keizer fails to land with a series of punches.
Van De Wolf Keizer closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Van De Wolf Keizer lands in his opponent's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Garrison keeping moving, preventing Van De Wolf Keizer from controlling successfully.
Garrison seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Van De Wolf Keizer trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Garrison wants to stand and escape but Van De Wolf Keizer is having none of it.
Garrison controls Van De Wolf Keizer momentarily but Van De Wolf Keizer frees himself.
Garrison looking to hit a scissor sweep but Van De Wolf Keizer is one step ahead there.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Garrison pulls Van De Wolf Keizer in close to prevent any damage.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Joost Van De Wolf Keizer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Garrison.
Van De Wolf Keizer takes a swing at Garrison's ribcage but misses.
Van De Wolf Keizer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Garrison shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Van De Wolf Keizer as he avoids it easily.
Van De Wolf Keizer attempts a counter takedown but Garrison avoids it well and moves away.
Van De Wolf Keizer works Garrison's body with a nice hook.
Van De Wolf Keizer is looking to clinch.
Van De Wolf Keizer shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Garrison pinned against the cage. Garrison gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Garrison fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Van De Wolf Keizer avoids it really well and circles away.
Van De Wolf Keizer throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Van De Wolf Keizer misses with a body kick.
Garrison gets caught flat footed, as Van De Wolf Keizer shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Van De Wolf Keizer forces his way into half guard.
Garrison is not content to let Van De Wolf Keizer control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Garrison is trying to control but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joost Van De Wolf Keizer had his way with Greg Garrison in that round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
Van De Wolf Keizer moves into the clinch successfully.
Garrison controlling the action here for a moment.
Garrison misses with a body punch.
Come on Garrison - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Van De Wolf Keizer working aggressively here.
Van De Wolf Keizer misses with a body punch.
Van De Wolf Keizer keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Garrison's efforts to push away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garrison tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Van De Wolf Keizer gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Garrison is not content to let Van De Wolf Keizer control the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Van De Wolf Keizer keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Garrison trying to hold on to Van De Wolf Keizer's head to control him but Van De Wolf Keizer postures up.
Garrison is not content to let Van De Wolf Keizer control the position.
Garrison trying to hold on to Van De Wolf Keizer's head to control him but Van De Wolf Keizer postures up.
Van De Wolf Keizer trying to control from half guard but Garrison is working away.
Garrison wants to control but Van De Wolf Keizer is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Van De Wolf Keizer trying to control from half guard but Garrison is working away.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Van De Wolf Keizer swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Garrison.
Garrison takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Van De Wolf Keizer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Garrison.
Garrison lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Van De Wolf Keizer changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Garrison tries to avoid it but Van De Wolf Keizer manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Garrison to the ground. Garrison escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Garrison looking to score a takedown here. Van De Wolf Keizer is defending well but Garrison drives through and ends up in Van De Wolf Keizer's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Van De Wolf Keizer is on top in guard.
Garrison lands a couple of shots from the bottom.
Van De Wolf Keizer wants to control from the top but Garrison keeps moving.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Van De Wolf Keizer drops back looking for a leg! Garrison is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Garrison manages to kick Van De Wolf Keizer off! Van De Wolf Keizer jumps back into Garrison's guard.
Garrison wants to stand but Van De Wolf Keizer is controlling the position.
Greg Garrison has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Garrison keeping full guard, as Van De Wolf Keizer tries to pass.
Van De Wolf Keizer trying to control but Garrison is working from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Garrison looking for a guillotine here but Van De Wolf Keizer defends easily.
Van De Wolf Keizer wants to pass the guard but Garrison is keeping the position.
Garrison wants to stand up but Van De Wolf Keizer is controlling him.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Garrison will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Van De Wolf Keizer throws a leg kick
and Garrison counters by moving into the clinch.
Garrison is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Van De Wolf Keizer is defending well for now.
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 Joost Van De Wolf Keizer.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Van De Wolf Keizer, 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 49:46
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 49:46
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joost Van De Wolf Keizer!
Joost Van De Wolf Keizer retains his heavyweight title!
As Joost Van De Wolf Keizer got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: Zis win is dick tit cated to my awezome slam peace of a girlfriend! Will you merry me? Zis Juicer wants only hiz Juice on you for ze rezt of hiz life! Or in you when we make little Van Der Wolfkeizer's one day! Let's us make fuck like bunniez!'.
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