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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Chris Severn (ranked 2510 p4p, 365 weight class) and Hank Lombard (ranked 1484 p4p, 221 weight class). Lombard has chosen Shinedown - Sound Of Madness as his entrance music. These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.
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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
26 - 22 - 1, fighting out of Montreal, Chris Severn!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
11 - 10 - 1, fighting out of London, Hank Lombard!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Dillan Fox and Ian Loll.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Severn misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lombard.
Lombard throws out a loose jab but Severn uses good head movement to avoid it.
Severn feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lombards jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Severn lands a high kick!
It looks like Hank Lombard has been cut.
Severn misses with a head kick.
Lombard is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Severn moves out of range of the strikes.
Severn thinks about countering with a head kick.
Severn throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lombard wants to counter with a clinch but Severn pushes him away.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Lombard crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Severn - the referee stops the clock and Lombard gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Severn. Lombard manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Severn checks a leg kick nicely.
Severn is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Lombard.
Severn throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lombard sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lombard looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A swing and a miss from Lombard.
Severn looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombard is just out of range.
Severn throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lombard checks the leg kick nicely there.
Severn takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lombard takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Severn lands a slapping body shot.
Severn pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lombard feints the counter takedown.
Severn uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lombard.
Severn explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Severn thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Lombard if he has to take too many more of those.
Severn throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lombard showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Severn.
Lombard looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Severn lands a right hook to the body.
A head kick misses from Severn.
Lombard feints a counter leg kick.
Severn is looking to wear down Lombard with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Lombard looks to throw the jab but Severn is out of range.
Severn bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Severn throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lombard throws a counter combo.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Severn throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Lombard's head.
Lombard on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Severn. Severn obviously looking to wear him down.
Lombard uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Severn.
Lombard swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Severn throws an off balance right hand
and Lombard counters with a shoot takedown. Severn fights it but they end up in guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lombard advances to half guard.
Lombard wants to take a breather but Severn is having none of it.
Lombard prevents Severn from standing back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chris Severn dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Hank Lombard's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Severn misses with a series of wild punches.
Chris Severn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Severn throws a head kick that Lombard semi-blocks.
Severn moves forwards but Lombard connects with a nice, crisp jab.
It looks like Chris Severn has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombard avoids the head kick by Severn.
And Lombard tries to counter it with a takedown but Severn pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Severn looks for the body kick but Lombard saw that one coming.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lombard! But no joy.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lombard avoids the head kick by Severn.
And Lombard tries to counter it with a takedown but Severn pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A head kick misses from Severn.
Lombard wants to counter with a clinch but Severn pushes him away.
Severn bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
A head kick misses from Severn.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lombard! But no joy.
Severn looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A low kick from Severn is predictable there
and Lombard counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Severn misses with a jab to the body
and Lombard counters with a right hand that sends Severn tumbling to the canvas! Can Lombard finish him? He dives into Severn's guard looking to do just that!
Severn is rocked!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lombard sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Severn's guard.
Lombard is pressing down on Severn's thigh, looking to free his foot. Severn is holding on for now.
Severn is looking to control Lombard's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Severn avoid being mounted?
Severn tries to roll over but Lombard keeps him under control.
Lombard wants to pass to mount but Severn is defending the position.
Lombard seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Severn does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Lombard is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Severn reverses the position - he's now on top in Lombard's guard.
Lombard is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Severn is aware though and is defending well.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lombard looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lombard can't keep his opponent in guard - Severn advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Severn tries to stand and escape but Lombard is controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Severn takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Severn thows a huge punch but Lombard dodges it nicely.
Lombard is staying active underneath Severn, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Severn in particular looking to stall.
Severn wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lombard keeps working.
Severn controlling the action here.
Lombard looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Severn tries to stand but can't do so whilst Lombard controls his leg.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hank Lombard showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
Severn swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lombard tries to land a leg kick but Severn saw it coming and moves away.
Chris Severn is winning the standup battle so far.
Lombard takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Severn throws a leg kick but Lombard sees it coming and moves out of range.
Severn throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lombard tries a quick counter leg kick but Severn is wise to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombard missing with a left hand there. Severn was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Severn looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Lombard misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lombard doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Severn counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Lombard!
Severn is looking to take a break and control but Lombard is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Severn taking a breather here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Severn tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Severn trying to control the position but Lombard is working away.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lombard seems a little lost for a moment, as Severn dominates the positioning.
Severn scores with a couple of short elbows.
Chris Severn overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lombard sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Severn wants to control but Lombard is keeping him busy.
Severn works his foot free and advances to mount.
Severn scores with a couple of good head shots there.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lombard regains half guard.
Severn seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lombard does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Still in half guard, Severn seems content to control.
Lombard wants to sweep but Severn has passed to side control!
Severn wants to control but Lombard is keeping him busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Severn laying and praying for a moment but Lombard takes advantage and regains half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chris Severn showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Severn has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chris Severn!
Chris Severn very nearly forgot to thank Hellbent amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Ricky Rondo (ranked 2399 p4p, 363 weight class) and Dex Arial (ranked 7373 p4p, 774 weight class). Dex Arial 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 welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Ricky Rondo!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Dex Arial!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Elvis Blanc and William Peck.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rondo scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Rondo definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Arial misses with a wild combination.
Arial closes the distance and clinches.
Arial escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A leg kick checked by Arial.
Arial counters with a body kick.
Arial's coach down at Spar Bros was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Arial's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Arial tries to clinch but Rondo moves out of range.
Nice takedown defense from Arial. No joy for Rondo on that attempt.
Dex Arial seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rondo stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Rondo wants it to stay on the feet.
Rondo lands a nice looking body shot.
Rondo fails with a takedown attempt.
Arial clinches with his opponent.
Arial breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
That's one minute gone in the round.
No joy there for Rondo, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Rondo lands an overhand right.
Arial thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rondo seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Rondo misses with a wild combination.
Arial misses with a lunging right hand
and Rondo counters with a two punch combo.
Rondo circles away from the clinch attempt
and Rondo makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Rondo throws a right hand that Arial ducks under and follows up with a left that Arial also avoids with ease.
Rondo doesn't manage to clinch there - Arial circles away.
Arial takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Rondo wants to clinch up but Arial keeps it at a distance.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rondo throws a right and a left that both miss.
Arial gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Arial takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
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!
Rondo fails in his attempt to clinch.
Despite the aggression on Arial's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Rondo fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A big right from Arial misses.
Rondo scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Rondo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Arial.
Rondo lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Rondo scores with a hook to the body. Arial takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Arial clinches up against the cage.
Arial stalling the fight.
Rondo avoiding damage.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rondo is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricky Rondo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Arial's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Arial has closed the distance and engaged Rondo in a clinch.
Arial missing with knees to the body.
Arial stalling in the clinch but Rondo improves position.
Arial escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rondo gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Arial taking a breather.
Arial manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Rondo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Arial takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Rondo misses with a few strikes there.
Arial tries to clinch up
letting Rondo counter with a right hand.
Rondo throws a series of punches but Arial avoids them all with ease.
Arial tries to clinch there but Rondo circles away.
Arial tries to keep at a distance but Rondo has taken the fight into the clinch.
Arial has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Rondo after a bit of a struggle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ricky Rondo dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Arial fails with an attempt to clinch.
A shot to the body from Arial misses
and Rondo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Arial closes the distance looking to clinch
and Rondo counters with a nice uppercut.
Rondo blocks a head kick by Arial.
Rondo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Arial can do to turn this around?
Rondo tests Arial's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rondo closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Arial goes for a double leg but Rondo avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Rondo continues to drive forward.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rondo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Arial swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Rondo counters with a straight right hand.
Rondo lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Arial is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rondo connects with a picture perfect right hand that knocks Arial out cold! This one is over in a flash!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ricky Rondo!
A less than humble Ricky Rondo misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Emanuel Rodrigez (ranked 5280 p4p, 663 weight class) and Kareem Dennis (ranked 2438 p4p, 369 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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170 lbs
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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
3 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Emanuel Rodrigez!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 6 - 0, fighting out of London, Kareem Dennis !
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Alec Ball and William Peck.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rodrigez closes the distance looking to clinch
and Dennis counters with a takedown into side control.
Rodrigez has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Dennis landing strikes.
Rodrigez is looking to reverse the position.
Dennis is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Rodrigez is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Rodrigez defending against the ground and pound.
Dennis landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Dennis is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Rodrigez knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Rodrigez knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dennis on the ground.
Dennis tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dennis tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dennis creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Rodrigez sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
The ground and pound from Dennis seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
An elbow from Dennis crashes against the mat.
Dennis fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Dennis tries for a kimura but Rodrigez is defending well.
Dennis has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Sloppy strikes there by Dennis .
Dennis is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Rodrigez has escaped the position, nice work there.
Dennis has an Americana. Rodrigez didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Dennis is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Dennis hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Kareem Dennis !
Kareem Dennis bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
Emanuel Rodrigez spoke after the fight, saying 'PUTA!!!'.
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Yuri Loel (ranked 2313 p4p, 354 weight class) and Mo Thanyoo (ranked 3564 p4p, 491 weight class). Loel comes to the cage accompanied by Eighteen Vision - Tower of Snakes. Mo Thanyoo is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
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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
3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Yuri Loel!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
22 - 18 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Mo Thanyoo!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Robert Douchet and Elvis Blanc.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Thanyoo has closed the distance and engaged Loel in a clinch.
Loel lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
It looks like Mo Thanyoo has been cut.
Loel lands an elbow that stopped Thanyoo in his tracks for a moment.
Thanyoo avoids a wild elbow strike from Loel.
Loel lands an elbow that stopped Thanyoo in his tracks for a moment.
Loel has a couple of punches blocked by Thanyoo.
Thanyoo has hold of one of Loel's legs. Loel is fighting the takedown attempt but Thanyoo gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Thanyoo slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Thanyoo preventing the sweep.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Loel holds on and takes a little breather.
Loel keeping moving, preventing Thanyoo from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Loel is pulling down on Thanyoo's head. It's preventing any offense from Thanyoo, at least for the moment.
My spies in Hard Knocks Training inform me that Thanyoo has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Loel 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.
Loel keeping full guard, as Thanyoo tries to pass.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Loel looking to control.
Thanyoo wants to control from the top but Loel keeps moving.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Loel wants to sweep but no luck.
Thanyoo wants to control from the top but Loel keeps moving.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Thanyoo on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Loel fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Thanyoo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Loel gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Thanyoo to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Loel is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Thanyoo pushes Loel back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Loel.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thanyoo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short body shot lands from Thanyoo as the two fighters clinch.
Thanyoo can't get the takedown.
Loel lands with a short shot to the head.
Thanyoo is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Loel pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Thanyoo has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Loel is trying to keep an underhook but Thanyoo manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Loel wants to control but Thanyoo is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Thanyoo is keen to just control but Loel is a slippery customer.
Loel is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Loel trying to hold on to Thanyoo's head to control him but Thanyoo postures up.
Thanyoo is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Loel is just riding it out for now. Thanyoo eventually gives up the hold.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Loel looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Thanyoo pushes past his half guard into mount!
Loel is squirming around, avoiding Thanyoo's attempts to control the action.
Thanyoo throws some wild stikes that Loel manages to avoid easily.
Thanyoo throws some wild stikes that Loel manages to avoid easily.
Loel is in all sorts of trouble here.
Loel tries to hold on but Thanyoo pushes him away.
Loel is wriggling around trying to escape.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Loel regains half guard.
Thanyoo moves into full mount! Loel won't be happy about that!
Thanyoo trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Thanyoo landing punches.
It looks like Yuri Loel has been cut.
Thanyoo lands with some strikes.
Thanyoo looking to control but Loel is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Loel is trying to escape the mount.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thanyoo is landing with some decent strikes but Loel is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Mo Thanyoo will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Loel slaps away a takedown attempt from Thanyoo, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Thanyoo shoots for a takedown but Loel saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Mo Thanyoo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Loel keeps the fight on the outside.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Thanyoo is defended easily by Loel.
Yuri Loel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mo Thanyoo.
Thanyoo closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loel wants to control but Thanyoo postures up.
Thanyoo in the domination position with Loel hanging on.
Thanyoo wants to control but Loel is keeping him busy.
Loel manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Thanyoo not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Thanyoo is thwarting Loel's attempts to control the position.
Loel is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Thanyoo's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Thanyoo's back!
Thanyoo wants to escape the position.
Thanyoo trying to control the position but Loel manages to sink in the hooks.
Thanyoo is keeping busy.
Thanyoo looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Thanyoo showing good submission defense here.
Loel trying to control momentarily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Thanyoo is in bad spot here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Loel controlling the position well here. Thanyoo rolled but Loel kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Thanyoo tries to escape the position.
Mo Thanyoo has got the better of the ground game so far.
Thanyoo trying to control the hands but Loel breaks the grip.
Loel is riding his opponent, not letting Thanyoo buck him off.
Loel has the hooks in. Thanyoo is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Thanyoo is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Loel.
Loel's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Thanyoo tries to escape but Loel has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Loel tries to get the hooks in deep but Thanyoo pushed the leg off.
Thanyoo can't escape the position.
Thanyoo trying to control but not successfully.
Loel has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Thanyoo's body.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Thanyoo is keeping busy.
Loel keeps control of the position as Thanyoo tries to break free.
Loel keeps control of the position easily here as Thanyoo tries to buck him off.
You can see the frustration on Thanyoo's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Loel is trying to control but Thanyoo is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Thanyoo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Loel controlling from mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Yuri Loel dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
Thanyoo closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Loel's guard.
Loel scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Loel leaves Thanyoo with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Loel throws a body punch but Thanyoo moves out of range.
Thanyoo moves into the clinch.
Thanyoo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Thanyoo lands a body shot.
Thanyoo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Loel backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thanyoo works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Thanyoo stopping the sweep attempt from Loel.
Thanyoo is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Thanyoo wants to control from the top but Loel keeps moving.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Loel is trying to control the position but Thanyoo postures up.
Loel wants to sweep but no luck.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Loel is on top in guard.
Thanyoo bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Loel's guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Thanyoo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Loel holds on and takes a little breather.
Loel wants to stand up but Thanyoo is controlling him.
Thanyoo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Loel is keeping the position for now.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Thanyoo preventing the sweep.
Loel working a defensive guard here.
Loel wants to stand but Thanyoo is controlling the position.
Loel is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Loel wants to sweep but no luck.
Thanyoo forces his way into half guard.
Thanyoo is looking to take a break and control but Loel is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Loel wants to get back to full guard but Thanyoo has passed into side control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Thanyoo wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Loel, who protects the arm well.
Loel manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Thanyoo prevents Loel from improving his position.
Thanyoo controlling the action here.
Loel works his way to full guard. Good work.
Loel looking for a sweep. Not yet Loel, not yet.
Thanyoo pushes down on Loel's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Thanyoo prevents Loel from standing back up.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Thanyoo is keen to just control but Loel is a slippery customer.
Thanyoo not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Thanyoo passes the guard and advances to mount!
Thanyoo sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Thanyoo is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Loel can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Thanyoo with a couple of short strikes.
Loel working to try and regain half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mo Thanyoo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Thanyoo has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 28:29
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mo Thanyoo!
Mo Thanyoo seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Paul Johnson (ranked 4848 p4p, 538 weight class) and Roberts Dzerkalis (ranked 4534 p4p, 503 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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272 lbs
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230 lbs
3 - 0 - 0 |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Paul Johnson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Roberts Dzerkalis!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, William Peck and Dillan Fox.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Johnson clinches.
Dzerkalis takes an elbow to the temple.
It looks like Roberts Dzerkalis has been cut.
Johnson jumps into guard, dragging Dzerkalis to the mat.
Dzerkalis wants to control from the top but Johnson keeps moving.
Dzerkalis looking to pass the guard.
Johnson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dzerkalis on the ground.
Johnson manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Johnson clinches with his opponent.
Johnson avoiding damage.
Dzerkalis manages to pull guard.
Dzerkalis has an active guard here but Johnson has managed to pass into half guard.
Dzerkalis is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Johnson jumps into side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dzerkalis trying to remain calm as Johnson controls from the top position.
Johnson stands up and beckons Dzerkalis to his feet.
Dzerkalis shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Johnson is defending against the submission attempts here by Dzerkalis.
Dzerkalis is keen to just control but Johnson is a slippery customer.
Johnson is trying to get back to full guard.
Dzerkalis is working for a submission of some sort.
Johnson has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Johnson has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Dzerkalis is on him like a limpet, forcing Johnson back against the cage.
Johnson slows down the pace here.
Johnson looking to throw knees to the head but Dzerkalis is blocking nicely.
Dzerkalis wants a takedown.
Johnson lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Johnson has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Dzerkalis clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
I would not like to be Dzerkalis right now.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Johnson controlling well, preventing Dzerkalis from escaping the position.
Johnson controls the position.
Johnson gets his hands free as Dzerkalis looks to control.
Johnson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Johnson controlling well, preventing Dzerkalis from escaping the position.
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.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Johnson has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Johnson doesn't have the hooks in and Dzerkalis manages to turn into his guard.
Dzerkalis throwing strikes from guard but Johnson blocks nicely.
Dzerkalis trying to control the position from guard on top but Johnson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dzerkalis is looking to advance position but Johnson has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Paul Johnson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Roberts Dzerkalis's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
Johnson closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Johnson lands in his opponent's guard.
Dzerkalis is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Johnson scores with a knee to the head.
Johnson lands a knee to the head.
Johnson scores with a knee to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dzerkalis drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Johnson gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Johnson lands a hook that snaps the head of Dzerkalis backwards.
Knees to the body from Johnson.
Paul Johnson has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Dzerkalis is breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Johnson landing knees to the body.
Johnson works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Johnson stands and steps away. Dzerkalis gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Johnson drives through and clinches with Dzerkalis against the cage.
Johnson is leaning against Dzerkalis and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Johnson scores a nice knee to the body.
Johnson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dzerkalis backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Johnson.
Johnson's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Johnson lands a knee to the body.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dzerkalis takes a knee right on the jaw!
Johnson lands an elbow inside.
Johnson landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Dzerkalis takes a knee to the side of the body.
Johnson turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Johnson stands up.
Johnson closes the distance and pushes Dzerkalis back into the cage.
Johnson is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Dzerkalis takes a knee to the side of the body.
Johnson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dzerkalis backwards.
Johnson has clasped his hands together around Dzerkalis's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Dzerkalis is looking to get back to his feet here but Johnson is keeping cool and he's managed to take Dzerkalis's back.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dzerkalis is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Johnson.
Johnson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dzerkalis can do to turn this around?
That's four minutes gone in the round.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Paul Johnson dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Roberts Dzerkalis's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
Johnson connects with an inside leg kick.
Johnson drives through and clinches with Dzerkalis against the cage.
Johnson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dzerkalis backwards.
Johnson lands a body shot in the clinch.
Johnson with a knee to the head.
Johnson manages to pull guard.
Johnson has his feet on Dzerkalis's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Johnson throws a nice looking combination but Dzerkalis bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Dzerkalis napping and manages to drive through into side control!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Johnson is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Dzerkalis will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Johnson tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Johnson passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Dzerkalis!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dzerkalis tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Johnson content just to control the position here.
Paul Johnson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Johnson's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Dzerkalis manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Johnson gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Dzerkalis throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Johnson's waist but Johnson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dzerkalis off to one side.
Dzerkalis drives through with a takedown into Johnson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Johnson has Dzerkalis pulled in close to control his posture.
Dzerkalis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Johnson is keeping the position for now.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Johnson kicks Dzerkalis off and gets to his feet.
Roberts Dzerkalis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Johnson looking to score a takedown here. Dzerkalis is defending well but Johnson drives through and ends up in Dzerkalis's guard.
Johnson stands and steps away. Dzerkalis gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Johnson shoots in and gets a takedown into Dzerkalis's guard.
Dzerkalis is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Johnson decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Dzerkalis, up you get!
Johnson closes the distance and clinches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Johnson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Johnson is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Johnson avoiding damage.
Johnson is working Dzerkalis over against the cage.
Dzerkalis has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Johnson seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Dzerkalis can turn it around.
Johnson scores a nice knee to the body.
Johnson connects with a nasty looking knee right to Dzerkalis's face.
Dzerkalis is fighting off a takedown attempt but Johnson is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Dzerkalis to the mat. Dzerkalis regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Dzerkalis wants to get back to his feet but Johnson passes into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Roberts Dzerkalis comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Johnson has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Peck scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Paul Johnson!
Paul Johnson seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Lugh Blackburn (ranked 3803 p4p, 517 weight class) and Ed Landry (ranked 4309 p4p, 566 weight class). Blackburn comes into the arena with When the Man Comes Down blaring out of the sound system. The crowd seem to be enjoying Landry's choice of entrance music: Ride Wit Me - Nelly. Man, I cannot wait for this one!
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200 lbs
18 - 13 - 1 |
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215 lbs
13 - 12 - 0 |
Abu Dhabi Champ
World class boxer
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World class boxer
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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
18 - 13 - 1, fighting out of Amsterdam, Lugh Blackburn!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
13 - 12 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Ed Landry!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Yves DeLean and Ian Loll.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Blackburn lands a jab.
Landry throws a right and a left that Blackburn avoids nicely.
Blackburn gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Blackburn lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Blackburn utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Blackburn goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Blackburn tries to land a knee to the head but Landry blocks with his arms.
Blackburn throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Landrys head.
Blackburn keeps control of Landry as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Landry wants to break free but Blackburn has control.
Blackburn throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Landry blocks it with crossed arms.
Landry can't break the clinch.
Blackburn gets control of Landry's arms and successfully pulls guard. Blackburn will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Blackburn looking for a guillotine here but Landry defends easily.
Landry trying to control but Blackburn is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Landry is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Blackburn has his feet on Landry's thighs here. He's pushed Landry off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Landry screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Lugh Blackburn!
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Norman Havret (ranked 1058 p4p, 163 weight class) and Sparky Anderson (ranked 696 p4p, 108 weight class). 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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170 lbs
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33
162 lbs
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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
6 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Norman Havret!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
26 - 16 - 1, fighting out of Montreal, Sparky Anderson!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Trevor Gratis and Ian Loll.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Anderson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Anderson chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Anderson cracks Havret with an open hand slap.
Anderson on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
A clash of legs there as Anderson blocks the low kick.
Havret moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Havret takes a head kick and keeps coming.
It looks like Norman Havret has been cut.
Havret throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Anderson counters with a nice leg kick.
Havret misses with a hook. Anderson ducked under it nicely.
It seemed like Anderson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Havret letting Anderson take a breather here.
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!
Havret lands with a short head shot on the inside.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Havret misses with an elbow strike.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Anderson.
Havret is looking to control Anderson's arms but Anderson gets an underhook and turns him. Now Havret has his back to the cage.
Havret throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Anderson dodges an elbow strike from Havret.
Havret looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Anderson has Havret pushed against the cage.
Havret throws an elbow but it misses.
Havret lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Havret has had enough of the clinch but Anderson keeps him there for the moment.
Havret pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Havret misses with a hook to the ribs.
Stalling in the clinch from Anderson.
Anderson blocks an uppercut.
Anderson breaks from the clinch.
Anderson throws a sloppy head kick and Havret moves out of range easily.
Havret takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Havret swings for the body but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson tries a quick counter leg kick but Havret is wise to it.
Havret uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Anderson.
Anderson darts in and clinches Havret up against the cage.
Anderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
No luck for Anderson with that takedown attempt.
Havret was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Havret throws a body punch but Anderson moves out of range.
Havret takes a shot to the body in his stride.
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!
Havret throws a shot to the body.
Anderson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Norman Havret is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses.
A big left from Havret misses.
Anderson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Sparky Anderson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Anderson keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Anderson avoids a kick to the body.
Anderson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Havrets jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Havret uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Anderson.
Havret tries to clinch but Anderson is having none of it.
Anderson buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Havret avoids the head kick by Anderson.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Havret takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Good shot there by Anderson.
Nice shot by Anderson.
Havret scores with a nice body kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice body kick there by Anderson.
A low kick from Havret misses
and Anderson counters with a single leg into guard. Havret didn't expect that.
Anderson controls from within his opponent's guard.
Let's hope that Anderson has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sparky Anderson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Norman Havret's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Some bone on bone action there as Havret checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Anderson connects with a nice looking jab.
Havret pivots, looking for a leg kick but Anderson is out of range and Havret settles back down.
Havret on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Havret has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Anderson.
Anderson wants to land a leg kick but Havret is out of range.
Havret avoids the head kick by Anderson.
As Anderson backs away, Havret returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson dips to his left and cracks Havret with an uppercut!
Havret blocks a leg kick.
Havret swings for the body but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Havret with a body shot.
Havret looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Anderson connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Anderson looks for the body kick but Havret saw that one coming.
Anderson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A lazy left from Anderson finds it's target.
Anderson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Havret keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Havret swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Anderson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Havret manages to avoid it.
Havret throws a leg kick but Anderson sees it coming and checks it nicely.
It seemed like Anderson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Havret on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Anderson gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Anderson blocking some punches.
Havret misses with a short punch on the inside.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Havret misses with the head strike.
Anderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Havret throws a chopping leg kick but Anderson manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Anderson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Havret.
A nice leg kick lands there from Anderson.
Havret tries to clinch but Anderson is having none of it.
Havret sets himself, and Anderson steps forward looking for the clinch! Havret avoids it this time.
Havret tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Anderson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Anderson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Havret momentarily.
Anderson lands a slapping body shot.
The crowd cheers as Anderson lands an impressive looking overhand right. Havret doesn't seem phased though.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Havret throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Anderson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Havret throws a combination that misses
and Anderson makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Havret really felt that one!
Crack! A monster head kick from Anderson and Havret falls like a tree - timbeeeeeeeeeeerrrr! A highlight reel knockout by Anderson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Tee Nah (ranked 938 p4p, 112 weight class) and Adam Breneman (ranked 959 p4p, 115 weight class). Adam Breneman has the power to score a knockout today if he connects clean with Tee Nah's chin.
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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
35 - 19 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Tee Nah!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
26 - 15 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Adam Breneman!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Alec Ball and Yves DeLean.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nah looks to land a left hand but Breneman moved out of range nicely.
Breneman has managed to clinch.
Nah misses with some punches.
Nah throws a head punch that misses.
Breneman tries to score a body lock takedown but Nah shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
A frustrated look appears on Breneman's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Nah prevents the takedown attempt.
Breneman blocks an uppercut.
Breneman wants a takedown but no success here.
Tee Nah has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Adam Breneman.
Breneman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Breneman has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Nah clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Breneman is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Breneman is punishing Nah with some ground and pound.
Nah wants to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Breneman lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Nah.
Breneman somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back.
Well, with Breneman on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Nah is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Nah takes a big shot to the side of the head.
Breneman 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, Nah has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Nah is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Nah is trying to remain composed but Breneman is hammering down strikes to the side of his head.
It looks like Tee Nah has been cut.
Breneman throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage.
Nah wants to get back to his feet.
Breneman missing with punches from the back.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nah is trying to stand back up.
Nah fending off the submission attempt from Breneman.
Breneman lands a punch to the side of the head from the back.
Breneman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Breneman biding his time, looking for the opening.
Even with his hooks in, Breneman manages to miss with strikes from the back.
Breneman is looking to control Nah but Nah is wriggling around and keeping busy.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nah covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head.
Breneman landing with strikes.
Tee Nah's cut is getting worse.
Breneman scores with punches from the back.
Tee Nah's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Nah is trying to stand back up.
Nah trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Nah avoids the strikes from Breneman.
Nah wants to get back to his feet.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Breneman loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Nah hold on?
Jeez, Tee Nah's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Tee Nah's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Adam Breneman!
Adam Breneman is the new heavyweight champion!
A less than humble Adam Breneman misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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