PSE 11 PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Rick Hustle (ranked 24991 p4p, 651 weight class) and Doctor Tummy Tickler (ranked 24858 p4p, 634 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Hustle
vs
Tummy Tickler

150 cm
25
185 lbs
0 - 2 - 0

183 cm
26
188 lbs
0 - 2 - 0

Good wrestling
Counter fighter
Very quick

Dangerous GnP
Counter fighter
Solid chin

Zenith Nutrition (160q/$200)

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Rick Hustle!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Doctor Tummy Tickler!
The judges for this bout are Roger Salmon, Jeff Smith and Chris Saunders.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hustle throws a sloppy head kick and Tummy Tickler moves out of range easily.

Hustle gets the takedown into side control.
Tummy Tickler is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hustle's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Tummy Tickler can do anything to dispel that myth.
Tummy Tickler trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Hustle is landing with some decent strikes but Tummy Tickler is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Hustle with shots to the head and body - Tummy Tickler looks very uncomfortable down there.
Hustle lands a big shot there that rocks Tummy Tickler but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hustle sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Tummy Tickler is in all sorts of trouble here.
Tummy Tickler has decided that throwing punches whilst being mounted is the best he can manage just now.
Tummy Tickler wants to hold on but Hustle pushes him away.
Tummy Tickler working to try and regain half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Hustle dominating with strikes here.
Tummy Tickler is trying desperately to improve position.
Tummy Tickler really wants to buck Hustle off and get back to his feet.
Tummy Tickler takes a big shot to the dome and his eyes have rolled back in his head! Hustle's killer instinct has kicked in as he finishes the fight with more strikes. Impressive finish.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rick Hustle!
A victorious Rick Hustle thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
69%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Doctor Back Breaker (ranked 8183 p4p, 565 weight class) and John Will (ranked 7758 p4p, 554 weight class). This should be fireworks!

Back Breaker
vs
Will

165 cm
26
158 lbs
1 - 1 - 0

175 cm
24
155 lbs
3 - 2 - 0

Good takedowns
Brawler
Very quick

Good takedowns
Basic striking
Determined

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 - 1 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Doctor Back Breaker!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, John Will!
The judges for this bout are Josh West, Jeff Smith and Colin Fray.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Back Breaker displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Will.
Back Breaker tries a low kick but Will avoids it.

Back Breaker shoots in and gets a takedown into Will's guard.
Will utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Will tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Back Breaker postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Will is trying to keep Back Breaker in close.
Back Breaker trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Will looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Will keeping moving, preventing Back Breaker from controlling successfully.
Back Breaker postures up in Will's guard and throws a big left but Will blocks it.
Back Breaker with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Back Breaker looking to pass the guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Will wants to sweep but no luck.
Back Breaker is looking to work some ground and pound but Will has wrist control.
Back Breaker working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Will working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Back Breaker.
Back Breaker chips away with some ground and pound.
Will controls Back Breaker momentarily but Back Breaker frees himself.
Back Breaker could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Will might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Back Breaker haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Back Breaker working some strikes from top position.
Back Breaker working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Will preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Back Breaker trying to control the position from guard on top but Will is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Back Breaker postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Back Breaker scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Back Breaker throwing strikes from guard but Will blocks nicely.
Back Breaker trying to control but Will is working from the bottom.
Will not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Back Breaker working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Back Breaker postures up in Will's guard and throws a big left but Will blocks it.
Back Breaker looking to sit in guard and control but Will gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.

Will postures up and lands a big shot to Back Breaker's brow.

Back Breaker is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Will defends well.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!

Back Breaker throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Back Breaker working for a triangle but Will defends it easily.

Back Breaker is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Will defends well.

Back Breaker looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Will trying to control but Back Breaker is working from the bottom.
Will throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.

Back Breaker is looking for a triangle but Will pushes his legs off easily.

Back Breaker is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Will trying to control but Back Breaker is working from the bottom.
Will is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.

Back Breaker looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Will passes into half guard.
Will not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

Back Breaker looking for submissions off his back.
Will passes to side control.
Back Breaker struggling a bit here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Doctor Back Breaker dominated that round.
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.

A momentary lapse in concentration from Back Breaker enables Will to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Back Breaker manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Back Breaker is trying to keep Will in close.

Back Breaker has his foot on Will's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Will works his way back into a safe position though.
Will sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Back Breaker's guard.
Back Breaker is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Will scores with a couple of nice shots.
Back Breaker is refusing to be controlled, as Will sits in half guard.

Will is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Back Breaker sees it coming and defends easily.

Back Breaker looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Back Breaker tries to roll over but Will keeps him under control.
Will wants to control but Back Breaker is keeping him busy.

Back Breaker looking for submissions off his back.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Will seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.

Back Breaker looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Will prevents Back Breaker from improving his position.

Will is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Will is trying to control the action in half guard but Back Breaker is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Back Breaker is pressing down on Will's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Back Breaker looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Will wants to pass the guard but Back Breaker is keeping the position.

Back Breaker has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Will can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Will throwing strikes from guard but Back Breaker blocks nicely.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Back Breaker throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Back Breaker trying to control the position.
Will wants to control from the top but Back Breaker keeps moving.
Will looking to sit in guard and control but Back Breaker gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.

Back Breaker scoring with some ground and pound.
Will preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Back Breaker in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Will trying to keep a closed guard but Back Breaker is proving a slippery customer.
Back Breaker has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Back Breaker throws a big right hand that misses.
Back Breaker keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Will's head.
Back Breaker is looking to work some ground and pound but Will has wrist control.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Back Breaker's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Back Breaker is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Will can do to turn this around?
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Back Breaker's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Will keeping moving, preventing Back Breaker from controlling successfully.
Back Breaker looking to sit in guard and control but Will gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.

Will trying to control the position from guard on top but Back Breaker is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Back Breaker had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Will defends it easily.
Back Breaker can't keep his opponent in guard - Will advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Back Breaker wants to improve his position but Will is controlling well.
Will wants to take a breather but Back Breaker is having none of it.
Back Breaker is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ground and pound from Will.
Will seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Back Breaker does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.

Back Breaker actively working from the bottom here.

Will is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Will drops an elbow to the side of Back Breaker's head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Back Breaker is trying to get back to full guard.
Will sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Back Breaker defending well though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but John Will will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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. And we move into the final round!

Will shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Back Breaker manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.

Back Breaker had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Will defends it easily.

Back Breaker throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Will trying to control the position from guard on top but Back Breaker is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Back Breaker is controlling Will's posture.

Back Breaker looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Back Breaker keeping moving, preventing Will from controlling successfully.

Back Breaker looking for a guillotine here but Will defends easily.
Will trying to control the position from guard on top but Back Breaker is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Back Breaker escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Will gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Will is pushing down on Back Breaker's leg trying to pass to half guard. Back Breaker is fighting to maintain full guard but Will has managed to sneak the leg through.
Will not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.

Back Breaker actively working from the bottom here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Back Breaker blocking the ground and pound attempt from Will.
Will is trying to control the action in half guard but Back Breaker is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Back Breaker manages to get to full guard.
Doctor Back Breaker overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Will postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.

Back Breaker is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Will sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Back Breaker's guard.
Will throwing shots but Back Breaker is blocking nicely.
Will trying to control the action but Back Breaker is working from the bottom.

Will is working for a submission of some sort.

Back Breaker looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Back Breaker is looking to improve his position.
Will passes the guard and advances to mount!
Back Breaker is wriggling around trying to escape.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Back Breaker is squirming around, avoiding Will's attempts to control the action.
Back Breaker tries to hold on but Will postures up.
Will tries to control but Back Breaker wriggling away.
Back Breaker is desperately trying to improve his position but Will has a good base and remains in mount.
Back Breaker avoids a series of strikes thrown by Will.
Back Breaker is working to get back to half guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Back Breaker is working hard here to advance position.
Will trying to control but Back Breaker is having none of it.
Back Breaker can't escape the position.

Will is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Back Breaker is surviving well by controlling Will's body position as best he can.

Will swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Back Breaker is now in Will's guard. A big mistake from Will there, giving up the dominant position!
Back Breaker prevents Will from getting back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Will trying to keep a closed guard but Back Breaker is proving a slippery customer.

And that's the end of the fight!
John Will comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Will 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 Josh West scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... John Will!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
30%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Seth Sexton (ranked 7689 p4p, 612 weight class) and Brutus Kowalski (ranked 5126 p4p, 546 weight class). Sexton comes to the cage accompanied by I'm too sexy - Right Said Fred. Kowalski has chosen Pantera - Fucking Hostile as his entrance music. Man, I cannot wait for this one!

Sexton
vs
Kowalski

188 cm
29
202 lbs
7 - 11 - 0

177 cm
36
219 lbs
15 - 8 - 0

Good wrestling
World class boxer
Insanely flexible

Good wrestler
World class MT
Heavy handed

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 7 - 11 - 0, fighting out of New York, Seth Sexton!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 15 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Brutus Kowalski!
The judges for this bout are Ryoma Takatsuka, Colin Fray and Micheangelo Fripello.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kowalski throws a low kick, looking for Sexton's leg but Sexton calmly moves out of range.
Kowalski connects with a body shot that sends Sexton's belly button to the back.

Sexton has closed the distance and engaged Kowalski in a clinch.
Kowalski working aggressively here.
Kowalski working aggressively here.
Kowalski stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Kowalski's coach down at Doherty's Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Kowalski's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.

Sexton gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Kowalski regains guard.
Sexton throwing strikes but missing.
Kowalski controlling Sexton's posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Kowalski throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Sexton will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Sexton trying to control the position from guard on top but Kowalski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kowalski holds on and takes a little breather.

Sexton drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Kowalski dives on top into guard.

Sexton looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Sexton tries to land a sweep but no joy.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.

Sexton working for submissions but it's allowed Kowalski to get to half guard.
Kowalski trying to control the pace.
Sexton is looking for a sweep. Kowalski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sexton has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kowalski is working away from the top position though.
Sexton has his hands clasped together around Kowalski's back. He's all about the action.
Sexton tries to get to full guard but Kowalski has control of the leg.
Sexton is doing well to control the position and prevent Kowalski from advancing to side control.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.

The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kowalski throws a body punch but Sexton moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kowalski. Sexton does a little dance to reset his feet.
Brutus Kowalski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kowalski throws a leg kick which misses Sexton's front leg but catches the back leg as Sexton tries to avoid it.
Sexton shoots and misses
and Kowalski counters with a right hand to the body.
Sexton lands a lovely overhand right.
Kowalski scores with a leg kick.
Sexton loads up on a big right hand but Kowalski slips the punch.
Kowalski swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kowalski scoring well with a low kick there.
A head kick from Kowalski lands but Sexton takes it in his stride.
Sexton moves out of range as Kowalski strikes.
Kowalski takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kowalski scores with a nice body kick.
Sexton closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kowalski circles away.
Sexton looks to throw the jab but Kowalski is out of range.
Sexton shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kowalski as he avoids it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brutus Kowalski dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.

A swing and a miss from Sexton.
A combination from Sexton does no damage.
Sexton is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kowalski sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Sexton shoots in but no luck this time.

Sexton feints and as Kowalski raises his hands in defense, Sexton changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Kowalski bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sexton's guard.

Sexton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.

Sexton working for submissions but it's allowed Kowalski to get to half guard.

Kowalski is looking for a kimura here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sexton wants to get back to full guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kowalski controlling the action here.
Kowalski trying to control the action but Sexton is working from the bottom.
Sexton is trying to stand back up but Kowalski is controlling him
Kowalski trying to control from half guard but Sexton is working away.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Sexton has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kowalski is working away from the top position though.
Sexton manages to get to full guard.
Kowalski slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.

The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kowalski lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Sexton shoots for a takedown but Kowalski saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Seth Sexton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Good shot there by Sexton.
A jab from Sexton finds it's way through Kowalski's defenses.
Sexton misses with a takedown
and Kowalski counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Sexton closes the distance and clinches up with Kowalski, looking for a takedown. Sexton pushes Kowalski against the cage but Kowalski circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kowalski scores with a jab to the jaw.

Kowalski closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kowalski digs a right hand underneath Sexton's ribcage. Sexton let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Kowalski is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Sexton has clasped his hands together around Kowalski's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kowalski is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Kowalski parries the strikes from Sexton easily there. Sexton is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Kowalski to escape.
Kowalski sneaks back into half guard.
Kowalski is refusing to be controlled, as Sexton sits in half guard.
Kowalski is controlling Sexton's position as best he can from this difficult position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sexton is keen to just control but Kowalski is a slippery customer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Brutus Kowalski will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

A big right from Kowalski misses.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kowalski.
Kowalski pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sexton misses with a takedown
and Kowalski counters with a nice uppercut.
Sexton tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kowalski sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sexton somewhat.
Kowalski looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Sexton blocks a head kick by Kowalski.
Sexton misses with a takedown attempt
and Kowalski counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Seth Sexton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sexton jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kowalski misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kowalski defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sexton.
A swing and a miss from Kowalski.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

Sexton fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Kowalski to the ground. Sexton is now in Kowalski's guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kowalski has control of Sexton's left arm, preventing Sexton from doing any damage.
Sexton working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Sexton stopping the sweep attempt from Kowalski.

Sexton is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Kowalski is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Kowalski has escaped and now he's on top!

Kowalski is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Sexton keeping moving, preventing Kowalski from controlling successfully.

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.
Sexton keeping full guard, as Kowalski tries to pass.
Kowalski looking to sit in guard and control but Sexton gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.

Kowalski looking to control.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sexton is fighting to break Kowalski's control of his arms but Kowalski is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Sexton wants to control from the top but Kowalski keeps moving.
Kowalski has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sexton preventing the sweep.
Seth Sexton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sexton throwing strikes from guard but Kowalski blocks nicely.
Kowalski preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Sexton working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.

The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Sexton shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kowalski pinned against the cage. Kowalski gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kowalski with a hook.
Sexton misses with a takedown attempt
and Kowalski counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Kowalski looks to land a combination but Sexton avoids it well.
Sexton defending well as Kowalski loads up on a big left hand.
Horrible takedown attempt by Sexton or perhaps it was just good defense by Kowalski, which made it look bad.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sexton uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kowalski.
Kowalski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.

And that's the end of the fight!
Brutus Kowalski comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kowalski 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 Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 27:30
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brutus Kowalski!
Brutus Kowalski decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
In defeat, Seth Sexton stepped up to the mic, saying 'Naaah, didn't happen. This was just a bad mushroom trip and I'm still undefeated! '.

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C
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energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
33%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Action Jaxon (ranked 5957 p4p, 548 weight class) and Chris Flexen (ranked 7122 p4p, 573 weight class). Flexen is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Break Stuff-Limp Bizkit. Action Jaxon has a significant reach advantage - let's see if he can make it count.

Jaxon
vs
Flexen

200 cm
26
188 lbs
1 - 1 - 0

185 cm
21
190 lbs
2 - 1 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent MT
Good chin

BJJ Purple Belt
Basic striking
Intelligent

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Action Jaxon!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Chris Flexen!
The judges for this bout are Jeff Smith, Josh West and Chris Saunders.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jaxon moves in looking to clinch but Flexen pushes him off.
Flexen looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Flexen lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Jaxon tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Flexen manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Jaxon moves in looking to clinch but Flexen pushes him off.
Flexen fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jaxon has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Flexen.
Jaxon wants to clinch
and Flexen counters with a one-two to the body.
Jaxon really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Jaxon fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jaxon moves out of range of the body kick.
Flexen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Flexen fails to land with a series of punches.
Jaxon moves in looking to clinch but Flexen pushes him off.
Flexen is looking for the big counter here.
Jaxon misses with a series of wild punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jaxon tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Jaxon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.

Flexen closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Jaxon's guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Flexen accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Flexen postures up and lands a big shot to Jaxon's brow.
Jaxon is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Jaxon wants to sweep but no luck.
Flexen wants to control from the top but Jaxon keeps moving.
Jaxon wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Flexen is now in half guard.
Flexen working Jaxon over with strikes.
Flexen scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Flexen lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Jaxon! More strikes land and this one is all over! Flexen jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chris Flexen!
As Chris Flexen got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: Was there any doubt...'.

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C
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energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
65%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between John Dio (ranked 3314 p4p, 303 weight class) and Scott Minerva (ranked 2816 p4p, 266 weight class). Minerva comes into a darkened arena with his song building. My Pal kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! John Dio could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Scott Minerva's chin.

Dio
vs
Minerva

190 cm
30
245 lbs
8 - 9 - 0

183 cm
28
280 lbs
5 - 2 - 0

Good wrestling
World class boxer
Cardio machine

Good wrestler
Excellent MT
Good gas tank

Zenith Nutrition (160q/$200)

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 8 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, John Dio!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Scott Minerva!
The judges for this bout are Micheangelo Fripello, Colin Fray and Ryoma Takatsuka.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Minerva drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Scott Minerva seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Minerva misses with a low kick.

Dio clinches up with Minerva and pushes him back against the cage.
Minerva working aggressively here.
Dio blocks an elbow strike from Minerva.
Minerva is looking to control Dio's arms but Dio gets an underhook and turns him. Now Minerva has his back to the cage.
Minerva slows down the pace here.
A shot in the inside from Dio.
Minerva is looking to control Dio's arms but Dio gets an underhook and turns him. Now Minerva has his back to the cage.
Minerva throws an elbow but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dio.

Dio breaks from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Dio feints and as Minerva raises his hands in defense, Dio changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Dio wants to control from the top but Minerva keeps moving.

Minerva working for a triangle but Dio defends it easily.
Dio trying to control but Minerva is working from the bottom.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Minerva trying to keep a closed guard but Dio is proving a slippery customer.
Dio is looking to work some ground and pound but Minerva has wrist control.
Minerva wants to control the position but Dio says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Minerva manages to get to full guard.
Dio lands a couple of digs.
Dio trying to control but Minerva is working from the bottom.
Dio slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Minerva is looking to reverse the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dio lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Minerva down.

Dio wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Minerva, who protects the arm well.
Dio has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Dio landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Minerva is looking to regain half guard here but Dio keeps moving and retains side control.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Dio works to advance to full mount. Minerva defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Minerva regains half guard.
Minerva is pressing down on Dio's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Minerva can't keep his opponent in guard - Dio advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Dio is trying to control. Minerva wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Minerva moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dio is looking to work some ground and pound but Minerva has wrist control.

Minerva has his foot on Dio's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dio works his way back into a safe position though.
Minerva is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Dio with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Minerva trying to control the position.
Dio with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.

Minerva is looking for a triangle but Dio pushes his legs off easily.
Dio is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Dio stays in close to Minerva's body and controls the position.
Dio distracts Minerva with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Dio stands and throws Minerva's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Dio lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Minerva sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dio winds up and cracks Minerva with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Dio perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Minerva is trying to stand up here but Dio is controlling him well.
Dio wants to free his trapped foot but Minerva is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The fighters are battling for position here. Minerva manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Minerva trying to keep a closed guard but Dio is proving a slippery customer.
Dio working some strikes from top position.

Minerva had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dio defends it easily.
Minerva is looking to stand up but Dio isn't so interested in that idea.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

John Dio dominated that round.
That's time! Dio's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Minerva misses with a straight right.
A punch lands to the side of Minerva 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A lazy body kick from Minerva
and Dio counters with a two punch combo.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Dio here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Minerva swings for the body but Dio moves out of range.
A shot to the body from Minerva misses

and Dio counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Minerva swings wildly with an uppercut but Dio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dio prevents a body shot from Minerva.
Minerva working aggressively here.
Minerva tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.

Dio has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Minerva is trying to keep an underhook but Dio manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Minerva tries to kick Dio off but Dio keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Minerva taking some punishment here, with Dio in his half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.

Minerva manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Dio keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Minerva throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.

Dio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Minerva tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Dio paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dio lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Minerva misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dio.
Minerva walks into a jab.
Minerva is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dio feints a jab promting Minerva to slip. Dio then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Minerva slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Minerva swings for the body but Dio moves out of range.
Dio avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Minerva takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.

Minerva has closed the distance and engaged Dio in a clinch.
Minerva tries to stall but Dio uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Minerva prevents Dio from breaking the clinch.
Minerva is pressed up against the cage. Dio has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Minerva down to the mat. Minerva avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Minerva looks to score with a jab to the body but Dio is just out of range.
Dio tries to counter with a takedown but Minerva is quick to defend against it.
Dio throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Minerva counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Minerva throws a low kick but Dio avoids it.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dio lands a jab-cross combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A jab from Minerva misses.
Dio tries to counter with a takedown but Minerva is quick to defend against it.
Dio swings for the body but Minerva moves out of range.
Minerva throws a combination that misses

and Dio counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Dio.
Minerva using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Dio has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Dio prevents a body shot from Minerva.
Minerva misses with a short punch on the inside.

Dio escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Minerva has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Minerva fails in his attempt to clinch.
Dio drops down looking for a counter takedown but Minerva sprawls and moves away.
Minerva misses with an uppercut
and Dio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Minerva misses the body punch
and Dio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Minerva.
Minerva just misses with a punch to the body.
Minerva throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dio lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dio slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.

Dio moves into the clinch successfully.
Minerva misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dio tries to circle away but Minerva has him pinned against the cage.
Minerva fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dio avoids the elbow strike from Minerva, against the cage.
Dio has Minerva pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Minerva manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Dio as Minerva tries to tie him up.
Minerva tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dio's elbow.
Dio blocks an elbow strike.
Dio is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Minerva can do to turn this around?
Dio is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Minerva pulls him back up using the underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Dio. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Minerva is leaning against Dio and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Still in the clinch, Minerva scores with a nice short uppercut.
Dio blocks an uppercut.
Minerva lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Minerva landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Minerva tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dio is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Dio wants to take the fight to the mat but Minerva manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Minerva throws a head punch that misses.
Minerva throws a head punch that misses.
Minerva throws an elbow but it misses.
Minerva struggles to land a body shot inside as Dio controls his hands.
Minerva misses with some punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Minerva tries to work over Dio's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dio changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Minerva fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Minerva connects with a body shot that sends Dio's belly button to the back.
John Dio is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Minerva throws a body punch but Dio moves out of range.

Minerva gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Minerva misses with some punches.
Dio drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that John Dio will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!

Minerva throws a lazy right hand but Dio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dio swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Dio scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Minerva tries to close the distance and clinch up but Dio swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Dio fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
It seemed like Minerva was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dio throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Minerva ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
John Dio is winning the standup battle so far.
Minerva missing with a left hand there. Dio was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Minerva digs a good hook to Dio's body.

Minerva takes the fight into the clinch.
Dio is looking for a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minerva throws an elbow but it misses.
Dio tries to break the clinch but Minerva is controlling the position.

Dio pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Minerva lands with a nice body punch.
Dio on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Minerva fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dio manages to avoid it.
Dio takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Minerva closes the distance and clinches up with Dio, looking for a takedown. Minerva pushes Dio against the cage but Dio circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Minerva cracks Dio with an open hand slap.
Minerva cracks the inside of Dio's front leg.
Minerva looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Dio is fending him off so far but Minerva persists. Nope, Dio circles away and we're back to standing.
Dio swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.

Minerva has closed the distance and engaged Dio in a clinch.
Dio tries to break free but Minerva pushes him back against the cage.
Dio is looking for a takedown.
Dio drops down looking for an ankle pick but Minerva pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Dio. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Minerva misses with the combination.
Dio misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Minerva scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Minerva tries to close the distance and clinch up but Dio swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Minerva swings for the body but Dio moves out of range.
Minerva misses with a straight left.
Dio tries to counter with a takedown but Minerva is quick to defend against it.
Minerva cracks a nice hook into Dio's ribs.
Dio lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Minerva throws a body shot but no joy.
Dio takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.

Dio has Minerva up against the cage in a clinch.
Minerva misses with a body punch.
Dio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dio drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Minerva gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Dio has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Minerva after a bit of a struggle.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Minerva tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dio's elbow.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Minerva is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dio is defending well for now.
Minerva tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Minerva fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Minerva swings wildly with an uppercut but Dio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dio wants to break the clinch but can't.
Minerva tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Minerva lands a hook to the side of the head.
Minerva misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dio can't break the clinch.
Minerva is trying to maintain a safe position but Dio gets an underhook and turns Minerva into the cage.
Dio is trying to push Minerva away but Minerva has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Scott Minerva has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Minerva has a couple of punches blocked by Dio.

Dio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Minerva pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Minerva is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
An attempted straight right counter from Dio misses the target.
Minerva swings for the body but Dio moves out of range.
A big left from Minerva misses.
Minerva digs a good hook to Dio's body.
Minerva is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Dio rather than just go for the knockout.
Dio scores with a body shot.
Minerva avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Minerva fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Dio lunges at Minerva with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Minerva's hand.
John Dio is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Minerva jabs Dio to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dio moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.

And that's the end of the fight!
Scott Minerva comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Dio 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 Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 29:28
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... John Dio!
John Dio decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

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C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
58%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Gerrald James (ranked 2132 p4p, 312 weight class) and Greg Norman (ranked 3127 p4p, 410 weight class). Norman has chosen Blac Youngsta - Birthday as his entrance music. Gerrald James has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.

James
vs
Norman

185 cm
39
206 lbs
24 - 13 - 1

190 cm
33
210 lbs
2 - 0 - 0

Good wrestling
World class boxer
Very quick

Good wrestler
World class boxer
Granite chin

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 24 - 13 - 1, fighting out of Las Vegas, Gerrald James!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Greg Norman!
The judges for this bout are Josh West, Chris Saunders and Micheangelo Fripello.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
James takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A lazy left from James finds it's target.
Nice shot by Norman.
James slips a jab from Norman.
Norman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Norman misses with a low kick.
Norman cracks James with a right hand to the side of the head.
James uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Norman.
Greg Norman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
James avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Norman connects with a high kick.

It looks like Gerrald James has been cut.
James slips a jab from Norman.
Norman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract James.
Norman chopping away at his opponent's legs.
James throws out a leg kick but Norman moves out of range and James only half commits.
James moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromNorman.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Norman scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
James clobbers Norman with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Norman connects with a single shot there.
Norman slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
James gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Norman.
James moves away from the strike by Norman.
James has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Norman finds it's way round the side to connect with James's head.
A slow jab from James misses its intended target.
As James backs off Norman throws a huge counter combo but James manages to avoid it all.
James lands a right hook to the body.
James misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Norman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
James thows a left - swing and a miss!
Good leg kick by Norman there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
James on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
James connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
James defending well as Norman loads up on a big left hand.
James throws a head kick but Norman moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Norman on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Norman lands with a hook. James tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
James throws a lazy uppercut
and Norman counters with a slapping leg kick.
Norman throws out a leg kick but James moves out of range and Norman only half commits.
Norman looks to land a right hand but James moved out of range.
Norman lands a jab to the head.
James takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
James sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Norman scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Norman scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
James gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Norman.
James throws a right hand that misses
and Norman counters with a nice kick to the body.
Norman slips a straight right by James.
James throws a leg kick that misses.
Norman lands the left hand.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Norman moves away from the strike by James.
Norman throws a big counter head kick but James avoids it with no problem.
Norman lands a jab to James's midsection.
Norman scoring well with a low kick there.
Norman thows a leg kick but James checks it
and James counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Norman is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! James had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Norman misses with a low kick.
Norman misses with a looping left.
James on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
James moves out of range of the leg kick from Norman.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! James crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Norman - the referee stops the clock and James gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Norman. James manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
James moves out of range as Norman strikes.
A head kick misses from Norman.
Norman throws a leg kick which misses James's front leg but catches the back leg as James tries to avoid it.
James keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Norman.
A quick step to the side and James tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
James bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
James is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Norman.
Norman throws a big counter head kick but James avoids it with no problem.
Norman defending well as James loads up on a big left hand.
Norman feints and then cracks James's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow James down.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
James missing with a left hand there. Norman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Norman lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Norman misses the jab.
Norman throws a low kick but it's checked well by James.
James's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and James duly obliges.
Norman moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Norman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
James throws a hook but Norman blocks it.
Norman throws a body kick that misses
and James counters with a leg kick.
Norman uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before James has time to react.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Greg Norman dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gerrald James's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

James misses with a straight left.
James fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Norman manages to avoid it.
James tries to score with a low kick but Norman moves his leg out of the way.
James drops his hands momentarily and Norman takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
James misses with a left hand
letting Norman counter with a right hand.
Norman misses with a straight right.
James's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Norman connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! James scrambles back to his feet.
Norman tries to land a front kick but James steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
James throws a solid leg kick but Norman takes the impact on his shin and smiles at James.
Norman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
James swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
James slips a jab and a cross from Norman.
Norman moves into range and connects with a jab.
James blocks a leg kick.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Norman connects with a leg kick. James looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Jab from Norman.
Norman cracks James with an open hand slap.
Norman throws a looping overhand right but James ducks down to avoid it.
James scores with a hook to the body. Norman takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
James throws a poor cross that misses
and James takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
James looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Norman blocks a low kick nicely.
Norman has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
James takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
James tries to score with a low kick but Norman moves his leg out of the way.
James drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Norman throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether James might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Norman with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
That kick from Norman tenderised James's leg. James is trying to keep his angry face on.
James is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Norman misses with a leg kick
and James counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Norman scores with a head kick.
Nice defenses there by James.
Norman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. James sees it coming and avoids it easily.
James takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A solid body kick from Norman.
Good leg kick by Norman there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Norman fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt James.
Norman is looking to slow James down with leg kicks.
Norman tries to land a leg kick but James saw it coming and moves away.
Norman is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
James is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Norman.

James is rocked!
Norman lands with a cross.
Oh James is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Norman displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
James blocks a head kick by Norman.
James takes one to the chin there.
Greg Norman seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Norman lands a lovely overhand right.
Norman moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
James takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Norman tries a head kick but it misses.
James needs to keep his hands up - Norman had a free shot at his head there.
Norman lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
James slips under a jab.
James swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Norman scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Norman connects with an inside leg kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Norman darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
James on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
James gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Norman.
Norman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Norman throws a right and a left that James avoids nicely.
Norman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like James was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Norman.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A head kick by James misses
and Norman makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. James really felt that one!
Norman catches James with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Norman motions for James to come forward. Norman throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
James misses with a straight left.
James will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Norman misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
James throws a leg kick but Norman sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Norman listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Norman moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Norman thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on James if he has to take too many more of those.
James lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
James throws a big shot that misses.
Norman cracks James with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends James tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Norman pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! James is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Greg Norman!
A very excited looking Greg Norman made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
83%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Zabit Samedov (ranked 918 p4p, 147 weight class) and John Sullivan (ranked 2867 p4p, 381 weight class). Both these guys have really solid chins. Will we see a standup war or will they both decide that a knockout is unlikely and try to win the fight elsewhere?

Samedov
vs
Sullivan

182 cm
28
209 lbs
6 - 4 - 0

179 cm
28
199 lbs
5 - 5 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Excellent MT
Very quick

BJJ Purple Belt
Good kicks
Solid chin

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 6 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Zabit Samedov!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, John Sullivan!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fray, Jeff Smith and Paul Gruel.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Samedov tries to clinch there but Sullivan circles away.
Some wild striking there from Sullivan.
Samedov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Samedov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Sullivan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Zabit Samedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sullivan misses with a jab, cross combination.
Samedov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sullivan stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sullivan thuds a left hand into Samedov's body.
Samedov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Sullivan throws a good cross that connects.
Samedov lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.

It looks like John Sullivan has been cut.
Sullivan connects with a body shot that sends Samedov's belly button to the back.
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!

Samedov closes the distance and pushes Sullivan back into the cage.
Samedov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Sullivan is defending well for now.
Samedov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Samedov keeps control of Sullivan as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Samedov misses with a punch to the body.
Sullivan wants to break the clinch but can't.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Samedov obliges.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Sullivan managing to block the knees to the body from Samedov.
Samedov lands a body shot.
Sullivan looks winded!
Samedov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sullivans head.
Sullivan wants to get back to striking at distance but Samedov won't allow it.
A short right from Samedov on the inside.
Sullivan is trying to force a seperation but Samedov has the dominant position.
Sullivan wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Samedov lands a knee to the body.
Samedov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Samedov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Samedov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Samedov trying to land knees to the body.
Samedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Samedov lands with a left to the head.
Samedov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sullivans head.
Samedov lands a good knee to the midsection. Sullivan won't want to take too many of those.
Sullivan has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Samedov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Sullivan can turn it around.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sullivan takes a knee to the side of the body.
Samedov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Samedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Sullivan wants to break free but Samedov has control.
Samedov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Samedov lands an elbow just above Sullivan 's eye.
Samedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Sullivan backwards.
Samedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Samedov pushes Sullivan back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A short body shot lands from Samedov as the two fighters clinch.
Samedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Sullivan avoids the damage to the body.
Samedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Samedov lands an elbow inside.
Samedov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Sullivan.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Samedov.
A shot in the inside from Samedov.
Samedov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Samedov is working Sullivan over against the cage.
Samedov is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Sullivan takes a knee to the side of the body.
Sullivan tries to break free but Samedov pushes him back against the cage.
Samedov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Samedov is working Sullivan over against the cage.
Samedov lands an elbow just above Sullivan 's eye.
Sullivan takes an elbow to the forehead.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
A short right from Samedov.
Samedov lands a right hand.
Samedov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Samedov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Sullivan takes a shot to the head.
Samedov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Samedov putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Sullivan in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Samedov lands a nice knee to the body.
Samedov lands a right hand.
Samedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Sullivan or not.
Sullivan takes an elbow to the forehead.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Samedov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.

Sullivan is rocked!
Samedov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Sullivan is still on wobbly legs! Can Samedov finish him?
Samedov lands an elbow that stopped Sullivan in his tracks for a moment.
Samedov digs a right hand underneath Sullivan's ribcage. Sullivan let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Samedov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Samedov digs a right hand underneath Sullivan's ribcage. Sullivan let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Samedov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Samedov landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Knees to the body from Samedov.
Samedov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Samedov.
Samedov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Knees in the clinch landing for Samedov.
Samedov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Samedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Samedov creates some distance and fires off a vicious elbow that drops Sullivan! He pounces and finishes the fight with more strikes! Nice KO for Samedov.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Zabit Samedov!
Zabit Samedov really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Phantom Fightwear logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
79%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Johan Farfy Iii (ranked 1187 p4p, 190 weight class) and Hossein Vaziri I I I (ranked 1862 p4p, 276 weight class). Johan Farfy Iii could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Hossein Vaziri I I I's chin.

Farfy Iii
vs
Vaziri I I I

187 cm
40
210 lbs
27 - 13 - 1

183 cm
33
200 lbs
13 - 5 - 0

Abu Dhabi Champ
World class boxer
Very quick

Good wrestler
World class boxer
Good gas tank

Riner Clothing and Laundry (85%)

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 27 - 13 - 1, fighting out of New York, Johan Farfy Iii!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 13 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Hossein Vaziri I I I!
The judges for this bout are Paul Gruel, Jeff Smith and Ryoma Takatsuka.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Farfy Iii shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Farfy Iii was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!

Farfy Iii is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Vaziri I I I knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.

Farfy Iii is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Vaziri I I I has escaped the position, nice work there.

Farfy Iii tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.

Farfy Iii tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Farfy Iii tries for a kimura but Vaziri I I I is defending well.
Vaziri I I I tries to buck Farfy Iii off but Farfy Iii is having none of it.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Vaziri I I I regains half guard.
Vaziri I I I moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.

Farfy Iii got a little sloppy there for a moment and Vaziri I I I has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Farfy Iii has managed to get both his arms back between Vaziri I I I's legs - danger averted.

Farfy Iii thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.

Farfy Iii drops back looking for a leg! Vaziri I I I is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Vaziri I I I manages to kick Farfy Iii off! Farfy Iii jumps back into Vaziri I I I's guard.
Farfy Iii trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Vaziri I I I working a defensive guard here.
Vaziri I I I keeping full guard, as Farfy Iii tries to pass.
Farfy Iii postures up.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Farfy Iii advances position into side control!
Vaziri I I I is positioning himself to get back to half guard.

Farfy Iii thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Vaziri I I I is trying to control Farfy Iii's posture but Farfy Iii avoids it.
Vaziri I I I is looking to reverse the position.

Farfy Iii tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.

Farfy Iii is trying to get an arm triangle but Vaziri I I I is defending well.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Farfy Iii is trying to get an arm triangle but Vaziri I I I is defending well.
Vaziri I I I tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Farfy Iii wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.

Farfy Iii is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Vaziri I I I has escaped the position, nice work there.

Farfy Iii is trying to get an arm triangle but Vaziri I I I is defending well.
Vaziri I I I tries to bench press Farfy Iii off him but Farfy Iii keeps the position.
Vaziri I I I can't do much from the bottom here.

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.

Farfy Iii goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Vaziri I I I has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Farfy Iii but great work by Vaziri I I I.
Vaziri I I I gets to mount! Farfy Iii was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Farfy Iii keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.

Vaziri I I I gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks!

Vaziri I I I moves into the clinch.
Vaziri I I I misses with a punch on the inside.
Vaziri I I I throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Farfy Iiis head.

Vaziri I I I breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Farfy Iii is defended easily by Vaziri I I I.
Vaziri I I I tries to land a front kick but Farfy Iii steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Hossein Vaziri I I I will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!

Farfy Iii will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Vaziri I I I keeps Farfy Iii at a distance using the push kick.
Farfy Iii drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Vaziri I I I has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Farfy Iii fails with a takedown attempt.
A jab from Vaziri I I I finds it's way through Farfy Iii's defenses.
Vaziri I I I defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Farfy Iii.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Johan Farfy Iii. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vaziri I I I tries a low kick but Farfy Iii avoids it.
Farfy Iii bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Farfy Iii misses with a shot to the body
and Vaziri I I I makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farfy Iii moves out of range as Vaziri I I I throws a body kick.
Farfy Iii feinted with a counter takedown.
Johan Farfy Iii is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Farfy Iii fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Vaziri I I I throws a half hearted mid kick.
Farfy Iii blocks a head kick by Vaziri I I I.
Farfy Iii fails with a takedown attempt.
Hossein Vaziri I I I is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Vaziri I I I throws a body kick that misses

and Farfy Iii counters with a shoot takedown. Vaziri I I I fights it but they end up in guard.
Vaziri I I I is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.

Farfy Iii is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.

Vaziri I I I escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Farfy Iii gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Farfy Iii tries to free his leg and advance position but Vaziri I I I is retaining full guard.

Farfy Iii drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Farfy Iii jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Farfy Iii passes Vaziri I I I's left leg - he's now in half guard.

Farfy Iii is trying to work for a kimura but Vaziri I I I is defending well.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vaziri I I I is trying to maintain the position but Farfy Iii is very close to passing his half guard.

Farfy Iii is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.

Farfy Iii looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Vaziri I I I moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Vaziri I I I controls Farfy Iii momentarily but Farfy Iii frees himself.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Farfy Iii drops back looking for a leg! Vaziri I I I is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Vaziri I I I manages to kick Farfy Iii off! Farfy Iii jumps back into Vaziri I I I's guard.
Farfy Iii stands and throws Vaziri I I I's legs to the side, diving into side control.
You can see the frustration on Vaziri I I I's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.

Farfy Iii is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Vaziri I I I has escaped the position, nice work there.
Vaziri I I I is looking to regain half guard here but Farfy Iii keeps moving and retains side control.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.

Farfy Iii goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Vaziri I I I rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Farfy Iii's guard! Nice work there by Vaziri I I I!
Vaziri I I I must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.

Farfy Iii working for a triangle but Vaziri I I I defends it easily.
Vaziri I I I has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Farfy Iii is proving hard to escape from.

Farfy Iii is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Vaziri I I I defends well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

Vaziri I I I is sitting in close to Farfy Iii's body. Farfy Iii has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Vaziri I I I is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Vaziri I I I is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Farfy Iii.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Johan Farfy Iii!
A very excited looking Johan Farfy Iii rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
36%

Main event

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between PutinYa OnYerKiester (ranked 1751 p4p, 267 weight class) and Lauro Turturro (ranked 868 p4p, 133 weight class). OnYerKiester comes to the cage accompanied by Lite em up. Lauro Turturro has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

OnYerKiester
vs
Turturro

189 cm
22
197 lbs
4 - 1 - 0

184 cm
28
208 lbs
12 - 4 - 0

Good wrestling
World class boxer
Cardio machine

Good wrestler
Counter fighter
Granite chin

THE END 32

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, PutinYa OnYerKiester!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 12 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Lauro Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Jeff Smith, Paul Gruel and Colin Fray.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
OnYerKiester lands a nice hook to Turturro's body. Turturro takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
OnYerKiester throws a body shot but no joy.
And Turturro tries to counter it with a takedown but OnYerKiester pushes his down on his head and steps out.
OnYerKiester swings widly with a right hand

and Turturro counters by clinching up.
Turturro is looking for a takedown.
Turturro wants to take the fight to the mat but OnYerKiester manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
OnYerKiester lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from OnYerKiester.
OnYerKiester lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Turturro is looking to take this one to the mat.
PutinYa OnYerKiester has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lauro Turturro.
OnYerKiester lands a left hand.
Turturro has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. OnYerKiester avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Turturro goes for a takedown attempt but OnYerKiester pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
OnYerKiester jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
OnYerKiester lands a jab-cross combination.
PutinYa OnYerKiester seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
OnYerKiester connects with a right hand. Turturro shakes it off.

That's one minute gone in the round.
OnYerKiester feints a jab promting Turturro to slip. OnYerKiester then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Turturro slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.

It looks like Lauro Turturro has been cut.
OnYerKiester throws a series of punches but Turturro moves out of range.
OnYerKiester misses with a combination

and Turturro counters with a shoot takedown. OnYerKiester fights it but they end up in guard.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
OnYerKiester is pulling down on Turturro's head. It's preventing any offense from Turturro, at least for the moment.
OnYerKiester bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Turturro's guard.

Turturro has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but OnYerKiester can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
OnYerKiester stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
OnYerKiester has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Turturro has momentary wrist control but OnYerKiester slips an elbow through the middle.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
OnYerKiester stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Turturro controlling the position.

Turturro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Turturro is trying to keep OnYerKiester in close.
OnYerKiester would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
OnYerKiester wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.

Turturro looking for a guillotine here but OnYerKiester defends easily.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as OnYerKiester accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.

Turturro is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and OnYerKiester defends well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
OnYerKiester wants to get up but he can't break Turturro's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
OnYerKiester has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Turturro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
OnYerKiester lands a couple of digs.
OnYerKiester passes Turturro's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
OnYerKiester throwing shots but Turturro is blocking nicely.
OnYerKiester wants to pass the guard but Turturro is defending well.

Turturro looking for submissions off his back.
Turturro won't allow OnYerKiester to pass to mount.
OnYerKiester is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Turturro!
OnYerKiester prevents Turturro from getting the reversal.

OnYerKiester looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
OnYerKiester with shots to the head and body - Turturro looks very uncomfortable down there.
OnYerKiester raining down hammerfists from mount.
OnYerKiester throws some wild stikes that Turturro manages to avoid easily.
Turturro is trying to escape the mount.
OnYerKiester lands a heavy elbow.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
This has been an exciting period of action!

OnYerKiester working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Turturro tries to hold on but OnYerKiester postures up.
Turturro sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
OnYerKiester knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Turturro on the ground.
Turturro gets back to full guard.
OnYerKiester tries to free his leg and advance position but Turturro is retaining full guard.
Turturro wants to sweep here but OnYerKiester controlling him for the moment.
OnYerKiester pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now.
OnYerKiester passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Turturro sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.

Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
OnYerKiester not landing any meaningful shots this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

PutinYa OnYerKiester dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lauro Turturro's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!

OnYerKiester lands with a cross.
OnYerKiester throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Turturro tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
OnYerKiester jabs at Turturro's body.
OnYerKiester lands a really nice looking cross but Turturro seems unphased.
Turturro takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Turturro's hands are dropping dangerously low here and OnYerKiester connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Turturro scrambles back to his feet.
OnYerKiester jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
OnYerKiester moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
OnYerKiester just misses with a punch to the body.
OnYerKiester throws a body punch but Turturro moves out of range.

That's one minute gone in the round.
OnYerKiester lands a glancing blow to the side of Turturro's head.
A left and a right from OnYerKiester both land. Nice combination.
PutinYa OnYerKiester is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
OnYerKiester lands a head shot.
OnYerKiester rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Turturro moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Turturro drops down looking to force a counter takedown but OnYerKiester defends it well.
OnYerKiester lands with a shot to the body.
OnYerKiester tests Turturro's chin there with a solid looking shot.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting OnYerKiester here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
OnYerKiester connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
PutinYa OnYerKiester is winning the standup battle so far.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by OnYerKiester!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
OnYerKiester moves into range and connects with a jab.
OnYerKiester is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Turturro can do to turn this around?

That's two minutes gone in the round.
OnYerKiester swings wildly with a couple of big hooks

and Turturro counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Turturro.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but OnYerKiester is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Turturro drops back looking for a leg! OnYerKiester is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and OnYerKiester manages to kick Turturro off! Turturro jumps back into OnYerKiester's guard.
OnYerKiester lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.

Turturro is active off his back here, looking for submissions.

Turturro is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! OnYerKiester has his hands clasped together but Turturro extends and breaks OnYerKiester's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Turturro.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Lauro Turturro!
Lauro Turturro decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.