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UVC 19 Bear VS Thatcher PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Logan Reid (ranked 9075 p4p, 565 weight class) and Benjamin Matlock (ranked 24588 p4p, 620 weight class). Reid kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Way Down We Go. Matlock has chosen Theme from Matlock as his entrance music. Logan Reid has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.
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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 Helsinki, Logan Reid!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Benjamin Matlock!
The judges for this bout are Chris Saunders, Micheangelo Fripello and Jeff Smith.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Reid fails with the takedown.
Reid tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Matlock swivels and escapes.
Reid fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Matlock to the ground. Reid is now in Matlock's guard.
Reid has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Matlock looking to hit a scissor sweep but Reid is one step ahead there.
Matlock pulls Reid in close to prevent any damage.
Reid is looking to work some ground and pound but Matlock has wrist control.
Reid sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reid content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Reid is stalling in the full guard.
Reid'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 one minute gone in the round.
Reid lands a couple of decent looking shots.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Reid accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Reid controlling from the top position.
Matlock is trying to control the position but Reid postures up.
Reid throwing strikes from guard but Matlock blocks nicely.
Matlock is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Reid preventing the sweep.
Matlock working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Reid.
Matlock has momentary wrist control but Reid slips an elbow through the middle.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Matlock looking for a sweep. Not yet Matlock, not yet.
Matlock working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Reid.
Matlock looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Reid throws a big right hand that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Reid throwing strikes from guard but Matlock blocks nicely.
Reid postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Reid is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Reid pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Matlock is keeping the position for now.
Reid trying to control the position from guard on top but Matlock is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Reid tries to free his leg and advance position but Matlock is retaining full guard.
Reid throws a big right hand that misses.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Reid looking to sit in guard and control but Matlock gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Reid looking to hit a scissor sweep but Matlock is one step ahead there.
Reid wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Matlock manages to pass to side control.
Matlock trying to mount his opponent but Reid defends it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Reid desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Reid tries to get to full guard but Matlock has control of the leg.
Reid tries to kick Matlock off but Matlock keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Matlock is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Logan Reid dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
Reid darts in looking for a takedown but Matlock gets double underhooks and turns Reid into the cage.
Reid shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Matlock as he avoids it easily.
Reid shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Reid was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Matlock sneaks back into half guard.
Reid missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Reid is looking for a kimura here.
Reid landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reid throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Reid is looking to advance position but Matlock won't allow it.
Reid trying to control from half guard but Matlock is working away.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Reid sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Matlock defending well though.
Reid lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Reid thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Reid is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Matlock sees it coming and defends easily.
Matlock is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Reid scores with a couple of nice shots.
Matlock is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Reid scores with a couple of nice shots.
Matlock is trying to maintain the position but Reid is very close to passing his half guard.
Reid is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Matlock doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Reid.
Matlock is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Reid's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Reid's back!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Matlock looking for the RNC.
Matlock looking for the choke but no joy.
Reid is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Matlock looking to break Reid's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Reid remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Matlock will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Matlock working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Reid trying to get back to his feet but Matlock is in full control for now.
Matlock is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Matlock avoiding Reid 's attempts to control his hands.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Reid rolls, trying to escape but Matlock keeps control of the position.
Reid is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Reid trying to survive by controlling the hands.
Reid tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Benjamin Matlock will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Reid fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Matlock to the ground. Reid is now in Matlock's guard.
Reid lands a couple of elbows.
Reid is stalling in the full guard.
Reid is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Matlock can do to turn this around?
Matlock keeping moving, preventing Reid from controlling successfully.
Matlock not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Matlock working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Reid.
Reid lands a couple of elbows.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matlock seems keen to control Reid's posture.
Matlock wants to sweep but no luck.
Reid stands up over Matlock, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Reid keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Matlock's head.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Reid trying to control the position from guard on top but Matlock is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Reid showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Reid connects with a couple of short punches.
Reid is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Matlock is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Matlock has escaped and now he's on top!
Reid is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Reid controlling the position.
Reid keeping moving, preventing Matlock from controlling successfully.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Reid has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Matlock off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Reid closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Matlock did well to prevent Reid getting side control.
Reid is looking for submissions but instead, Matlock has regained full guard.
Reid is working Matlock over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Matlock preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Reid being controlled here momentarily.
Reid working some strikes from top position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Reid accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Logan Reid overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Reid drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Matlock manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Reid has Matlock in his guard.
Reid is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Reid seems keen to control Matlock's posture.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Matlock not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Logan Reid showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Reid has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 29:28
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 30:28
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Logan Reid!
After the big win, Logan Reid made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Free Bands inc. and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
Benjamin Matlock spoke after the fight, saying 'I object!'.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Brad Foster (ranked 8606 p4p, 691 weight class) and Parker Savi (ranked 8303 p4p, 680 weight class). Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
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168 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
Basic striking
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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 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Brad Foster!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Parker Savi!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fray, Ryoma Takatsuka and Micheangelo Fripello.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Foster pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Foster throws a sloppy head kick and Savi moves out of range easily.
And Savi tries to counter it with a takedown but Foster pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Brad Foster seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Foster gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Savi pulls guard effortlessly.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Savi throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Foster wants to pass the guard but Savi is keeping the position.
Savi working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Foster has passed into half guard!
Savi trying to control from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Foster'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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Foster will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Savi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Foster pulls his head out easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Savi is trying to maintain the position but Foster is very close to passing his half guard.
Foster is trying to control. Savi wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Savi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Foster wants to pass to mount but Savi is defending the position.
Savi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Foster trying to control from half guard but Savi is working away.
Savi wants to improve his position but Foster is controlling well.
Foster is looking to take a break and control but Savi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Foster connects with a nice short shot to Savi's temple.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Savi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Foster is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Savi is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Savi has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Foster is working away from the top position though.
Savi is refusing to be controlled, as Foster sits in half guard.
Savi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Foster wants to take a breather but Savi is having none of it.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Foster is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Foster wants to lay and pray for a moment but Savi keeps working.
Savi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Foster thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Foster seems to be working for a kimura but Savi defends the submission attempt.
Savi has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Foster is working away from the top position though.
Foster missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Savi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Foster pulls his head out easily.
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.
Savi wants to improve his position but Foster is controlling well.
Foster trying to mount his opponent but Savi defends it.
Savi looking for submissions off his back.
Savi looks winded!
Savi looking for submissions off his back.
Foster wants to stand up but Savi has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Savi wants to get back to full guard but Foster has passed into side control.
Savi is not content to let Foster control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brad Foster 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.
Savi closes this distance looking for a takedown but Foster circles away.
Foster throws a right and a left that both miss.
Savi gets tackled into the cage by Foster. Foster maintains the clinch.
Foster is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Savi gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Savi successfully pulls guard.
Foster wants to control from the top but Savi keeps moving.
Savi has his foot on Foster's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Foster works his way back into a safe position though.
Savi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Foster is aware though and is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Foster is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Foster stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Savi swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Savi looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Savi has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Foster is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Savi.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Foster trying to control the position but Savi is working away.
Savi is breathing heavily.
Savi wants to control but Foster postures up.
Savi tries to bench press Foster off him but Foster keeps the position.
Savi is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Savi has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Foster escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Foster!
Savi is not content to let Foster control the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
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Foster tries for a kimura but Savi is defending well.
Savi sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Savi wants to improve his position but Foster is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Foster working Savi over with strikes.
Foster wants to lay and pray for a moment but Savi keeps working.
Foster is working for a submission of some sort.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Savi is looking to control Foster's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Savi avoid being mounted?
Foster trying to control from half guard but Savi is working away.
Savi moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Savi looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Foster passes into half guard.
Foster trying to control from half guard but Savi is working away.
Savi is looking for a sweep. Foster is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Savi manages to get to full guard.
Savi trying to keep a closed guard but Foster is proving a slippery customer.
Savi escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Foster gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Foster trying to control but Savi is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brad Foster dominated that second round.
That's time! Foster's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
A momentary lapse in concentration from Foster enables Savi to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Foster manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Savi stands and throws Foster's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Savi has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Foster keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Savi working for a guillotine from mount but Foster is in no mood to give up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Savi takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Savi swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Foster is now in Savi's guard. A big mistake from Savi there, giving up the dominant position!
Savi takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Savi has his foot on Foster's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Foster works his way back into a safe position though.
Foster pushing down on Savi's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Foster passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Savi!
Savi is squirming around, avoiding Foster's attempts to control the action.
Foster lands a nice shot to the head.
Savi is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Savi is squirming around, avoiding Foster's attempts to control the action.
Savi can't escape the position.
Foster trying to control but he's not successful this time.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Foster takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Savi wants to control but Foster is having none of it.
Foster postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Savi looks a forlorn figure.
Savi is wriggling around trying to escape.
Savi keeps trying to improve his position.
Foster fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Savi in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Foster sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Savi wants to control but Foster is having none of it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Foster can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Savi is looking to escape.
Foster scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Savi?
Savi tries to hold on but Foster pushes him away.
BOOM! Foster connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Brad Foster is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Foster trying to control but Savi is having none of it.
Foster controlling from the full mount.
Foster looking to control but Savi is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Savi keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Foster really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Savi just holding on.
Foster tries to control but Savi wriggling away.
Foster controlling the pace for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Savi tries to reverse the position but Foster maintains control.
Savi sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Parker Savi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Foster working Savi over with strikes.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brad Foster showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Foster 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 Colin Fray scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 30:27
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brad Foster!
Brad Foster 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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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Luka Giou (ranked 23903 p4p, 801 weight class) and DeMarus Clerence (ranked 4265 p4p, 497 weight class). Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
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213 lbs
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217 lbs
3 - 2 - 0 |
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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
2 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Luka Giou!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
3 - 2 - 0, fighting out of New York, DeMarus Clerence!
The judges for this bout are Roger Salmon, Micheangelo Fripello and Jeff Smith.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Giou misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Clerence swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Giou moves away from the strike by Clerence.
Giou dives in and grabs Clerence's left leg, looking for a takedown. Clerence pushes down on Giou's head and hops out.
Giou closes this distance looking for a takedown but Clerence circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Luka Giou. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Giou shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Clerence as he jumps to the side.
Giou really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Clerence lands with a jab that stuns his opponent. Giou is looking to close the distance but Clerence sees it coming and throws a beautiful knee! Giou crumbles to the mat and that's all she wrote! Let's hope Giou is OK because that was naaaaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). DeMarus Clerence!
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Jack Wilkinson (ranked 4492 p4p, 494 weight class) and Andrew Brekker (ranked 7568 p4p, 657 weight class). Wilkinson comes to the cage accompanied by Reaper. Jack Wilkinson is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.
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179 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
5 - 3 - 0, fighting out of New York, Jack Wilkinson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Andrew Brekker!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fray, Jeff Smith and Micheangelo Fripello.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Brekker looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Wilkinson closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
You can see the frustration on Brekker's face as Wilkinson controls the position.
Wilkinson seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Brekker for as long as he can get away with.
Brekker can't do much from the bottom here.
The referee asks Wilkinson politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Wilkinson prefers to stall for the moment though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brekker wants to control but Wilkinson postures up.
You can see the frustration on Brekker's face as Wilkinson controls the position.
Brekker is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Wilkinson has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Brekker is letting Wilkinson control him for a moment.
Wilkinson'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 one minute gone in the round.
Further stalling from Wilkinson.
Brekker is looking for a sweep.
Brekker being controlled for a moment.
Brekker struggling a bit here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Brekker tries to buck Wilkinson off but Wilkinson is having none of it.
Wilkinson controls the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wilkinson has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Brekker is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Wilkinson is controlling him well.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Wilkinson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Brekker.
Andrew Brekker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brekker lands with a cross.
Wilkinson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Brekker but Brekker pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Brekker throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Brekker closes the distance and lands a one-two.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A punch combination from Brekker misses.
Brekker throws a right and a left that Wilkinson avoids nicely.
Wilkinson slips a jab and a cross from Brekker.
Brekker scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Wilkinson walks into a jab.
Wilkinson dodges the punch combination from Brekker.
Wilkinson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Brekker looks winded!
Wilkinson walks into a straight right hand from Brekker.
Wilkinson misses the jab.
Wilkinson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Wilkinson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Wilkinson closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Brekker's 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!
Wilkinson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Brekker is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Wilkinson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Brekker wants to stand up but Wilkinson is controlling him.
Wilkinson advances to half guard.
Well, if Wilkinson is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
We've been informed that Brekker has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Brekker moves into full guard.
Wilkinson stops Brekker from standing up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Andrew Brekker 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.
Wilkinson slips a jab and a cross from Brekker.
Wilkinson feinted with a counter takedown.
Brekker lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Wilkinson circles away quickly and effectively.
Some wild striking there from Brekker.
Wilkinson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Brekker works over Wilkinson's head and body with a nice combination.
It looks like Jack Wilkinson has been cut.
Brekker throws a right and a left that both miss.
Wilkinson walks into a left hand.
Brekker misses with a wild combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wilkinson misses with a double jab.
Wilkinson dodges the punch combination from Brekker.
Brekker misses with a double jab.
Wilkinson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wilkinson dives in and scores a takedown into Brekker's guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Wilkinson 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.
Brekker is breathing heavily.
Brekker has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wilkinson won't allow Brekker to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wilkinson sitting in guard here, content to control.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
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.
Wilkinson won't allow Brekker to get back to his feet.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Sloppy strikes from Brekker. Those never looked like landing.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Brekker!
Brekker just misses with a punch to the body.
Brekker throws a nice looking combination but Wilkinson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Wilkinson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Brekker swivels and escapes.
Brekker misses with a jab, cross combination.
Wilkinson dives in and scores a takedown into Brekker's guard.
Wilkinson passes Brekker's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Wilkinson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Wilkinson works his foot free and advances to mount.
Wilkinson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Wilkinson.
Wilkinson won't let Brekker get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
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.
Wilkinson content just to control the position here.
Brekker is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Wilkinson controlling the position easily from mount.
Brekker tries to hold on but Wilkinson pushes him away.
Wilkinson controlling the pace for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Andrew Brekker will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Jack Wilkinson's cut.
That's time! Wilkinson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
Wilkinson closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Brekker did well to prevent Wilkinson getting side control.
Still in half guard, Wilkinson seems content to control.
Brekker wants to get back to his feet.
Wilkinson performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Brekker makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Brekker.
Wilkinson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brekker wants to get back to his feet but Wilkinson is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Wilkinson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Wilkinson prevents Brekker from getting back to his feet.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wilkinson. Brekker does a little dance to reset his feet.
Brekker throws a right and a left that both miss.
Brekker throws a series of punches but Wilkinson moves out of range.
Wilkinson feinted with a counter takedown.
Wilkinson takes one on the button.
Brekker takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Brekker lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Brekker moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
A momentary lapse in concentration from Brekker enables Wilkinson to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Brekker manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wilkinson controls from within his opponent's guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Brekker wants to stand and escape but Wilkinson is having none of it.
Wilkinson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Wilkinson stops Brekker from standing up.
Brekker being controlled here, momentarily.
Brekker is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Wilkinson is aware though and is defending well.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Brekker wants to get back to his feet but Wilkinson is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Wilkinson throws the left hand but Brekker avoids the punch easily.
Brekker is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Brekker avoids the head kick by Wilkinson.
Wilkinson is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Brekker's half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Wilkinson in particular looking to stall.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Wilkinson is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Brekker is looking to improve his position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Wilkinson in particular looking to stall.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Andrew Brekker is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Andrew Brekker.
I've got Brekker winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 28:30
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Andrew Brekker!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Anfernee Jeremiah Booker (ranked 3484 p4p, 393 weight class) and Teppo Mansikka (ranked 5299 p4p, 543 weight class). The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Anfernee Jeremiah Booker!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Teppo Mansikka!
The judges for this bout are Ryoma Takatsuka, Micheangelo Fripello and Chris Saunders.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mansikka throws a head kick but Booker moves out of range.
Mansikka swings away with a body shot that misses
and Booker counters with a straight right hand.
It looks like Teppo Mansikka has been cut.
Mansikka misses with an uppercut
and Booker counters with a nice right hand that sends Mansikka toppling to the canvas! Mansikka scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Booker finish him?!
Booker steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mansikka.
We've been told by Booker's head coaches at Top Dawg that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Mansikka tries to close the distance and clinch but Booker swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mansikka fails in his attempt to clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mansikka scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Booker cracks Mansikka with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Mansikka tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Booker pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Mansikka is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anfernee Jeremiah Booker!
Anfernee Jeremiah Booker 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 featherweight MMA rules bout between Vai SeFuder (ranked 4135 p4p, 359 weight class) and Peter Szczawinski (ranked 5102 p4p, 418 weight class). Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
7 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Vai SeFuder!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Peter Szczawinski!
The judges for this bout are Jeff Smith, Chris Saunders and Roger Salmon.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Szczawinski misses with a series of wild punches.
Szczawinski has closed the distance and engaged SeFuder in a clinch.
Nice body punch from SeFuder - that landed with a thud.
Szczawinski escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
SeFuder digs a good hook to Szczawinski's body.
SeFuder connects with a body shot.
Szczawinski fails with an attempt to clinch.
SeFuder swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Szczawinski looks to clinch
and SeFuder counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Szczawinski takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Szczawinski walks straight into a right hand from SeFuder - that's dropped him! SeFuder jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Szczawinski from any more punishment! Szczawinski complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Vai SeFuder!
Vai SeFuder took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.
The defeated Peter Szczawinski had this to say: 'Good Fight!'.
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Teddy Bear (ranked 1621 p4p, 46 weight class) and Jamal Thatcher (ranked 1850 p4p, 57 weight class). Jamal Thatcher has the power to score a knockout today if he connects clean with Teddy Bear's chin.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the super heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
5 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Teddy Bear!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Jamal Thatcher!
The judges for this bout are Paul Gruel, Chris Saunders and Roger Salmon.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bear wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Nice body punch from Bear.
Thatcher looks winded!
Bear lands a jab and follows it up with a massive straight that knocks Thatcher out cold! Thatcher is crumpled in the corner, his head only propped up by the cage! That's one for the organiziational promos right there! Wow, what a finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Teddy Bear!
Teddy Bear is the new super heavyweight champion!
Post fight, an emotional Teddy Bear said 'Jamal Thatcher! You have something that belongs to me, and I'm coming to get it!
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