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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Arturo Berchales (ranked 7014 p4p, 430 weight class) and Robert Hongo (ranked 7124 p4p, 432 weight class). Arturo Berchales has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 4 - 0, fighting out of New York, Arturo Berchales!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
7 - 3 - 1, fighting out of St Petersburg, Robert Hongo!
The judges for this bout are Vladimir Khabensky, Illya Tyunina and Ivan Kurochkin.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hongo ducks under a wild hook from Berchales.
Hongo shoots for a takedown but Berchales saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Hongo fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Berchales lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
It looks like Robert Hongo has been cut.
Berchales scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Berchales rushes Hongo and starts throwing punches like they are going out of style! Hongo is up against the cage and has nowhere to go. Berchales piles on the pressure and Hongo crumples to the floor! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Arturo Berchales!
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Darko Pulovic (ranked 5585 p4p, 512 weight class) and Alpo Martinez (ranked 23619 p4p, 577 weight class). Darko Pulovic had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
3 - 3 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Darko Pulovic!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Alpo Martinez!
The judges for this bout are Konstantin Menshow, Ivan Kurochkin and Valeri Chadov.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pulovic gets caught napping as Martinez dives in and scores a takedown. Pulovic manages to retain guard.
Pulovic trying to keep a closed guard but Martinez is proving a slippery customer.
Pulovic keeping full guard, as Martinez tries to pass.
Martinez looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Martinez postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Martinez lands a couple of elbows.
Martinez sitting in guard here, content to control.
Martinez advances position into side control!
Martinez moves into full mount!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Martinez is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Pulovic has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Martinez wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pulovic wants to control but Martinez is having none of it.
Martinez trying to control but Pulovic is having none of it.
Martinez seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Pulovic is holding on tight.
Pulovic tries to hold on but Martinez postures up.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pulovic is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Pulovic tries to lock up and control but Martinez gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Martinez controlling from mount.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Martinez wants to take his opponent's back but Pulovic doesn't allow it.
Martinez can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Pulovic is looking to escape.
Martinez landing strikes, looking to finish!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Martinez moves to back control.
Pulovic trying to get back to his feet but Martinez is in full control for now.
Martinez tightening his grip on Pulovic, looking for the choke.
Pulovic is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Martinez gets his way!
Martinez working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Pulovic is doing well to defend. Martinez seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Pulovic is forced to tap and this one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Alpo Martinez!
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Bruce Allen (ranked 4623 p4p, 384 weight class) and Donato Russo Jr (ranked 4507 p4p, 380 weight class). Russo Jr has chosen Seven Nation Army - The White Stripes as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Bruce Allen had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
5 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Bruce Allen!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Donato Russo Jr!
The judges for this bout are Konstantin Menshow, Dmitry Maklakov and Valeri Chadov.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Russo Jr lands a glancing blow to the side of Allen's head.
Allen closes the distance and clinches up with Russo Jr, looking for a takedown. Allen pushes Russo Jr against the cage but Russo Jr circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Russo Jr scores with a hook to the body. Allen takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Russo Jr lands the left hand.
Russo Jr scores with a nice right hand.
Russo Jr dips to his left and cracks Allen with an uppercut!
Allen avoids a punch combination nicely.
Allen drives through with a takedown into Russo Jr's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Allen trying to control but Russo Jr is working from the bottom.
Allen throwing strikes from guard but Russo Jr blocks nicely.
Allen trying to control but Russo Jr is working from the bottom.
Allen controlling from the top position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Russo Jr has control of Allen's left arm, preventing Allen from doing any damage.
Allen preventing the sweep.
Allen is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Navy Street MMA that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Allen throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Russo Jr works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Allen working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Russo Jr is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Allen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Russo Jr.
Russo Jr tries to bum rush Allen with a series of wild strikes but Allen uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Russo Jr throws a right and a left that both miss.
Russo Jr misses with a hook. Allen ducked under it nicely.
Allen looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Russo Jr is fending him off so far but Allen persists. Nope, Russo Jr circles away and we're back to standing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Russo Jr tries to clinch up but Allen circles away and keeps his distance.
Allen tries for a takedown but Russo Jr sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bruce Allen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Russo Jr throws a nice looking combination but Allen bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Russo Jr goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Allen shoots in and drives through. Russo Jr sprawls well.
Russo Jr has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Russo Jr keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A nice side step and Russo Jr releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Russo Jr keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Russo Jr wants to clinch.
Russo Jr is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
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!
Allen closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A left and a right from Russo Jr both land. Nice combination.
It looks like Bruce Allen has been cut.
Russo Jr misses with a jab, cross combination.
Russo Jr defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Allen.
Russo Jr throws out a counter right but Allen avoids it with no problem.
Russo Jr 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.
Allen shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Russo Jr is trying to defend but Allen finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Russo Jr is trying to get back to full guard.
Russo Jr regains full guard. Nicely done.
Russo Jr wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Allen trying to control but Russo Jr is working from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Russo Jr has momentary wrist control but Allen slips an elbow through the middle.
Allen wants to pass the guard but Russo Jr is keeping the position.
Russo Jr is adopting a defensive guard.
Allen 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.
Allen wants to control from the top but Russo Jr keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Donato Russo Jr dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Bruce Allen's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Russo Jr scores with a one two! Allen had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Allen tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Russo Jr swivels and escapes.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Allen.
Russo Jr has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Russo Jr feints a jab promting Allen to slip. Russo Jr then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Allen slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Russo Jr tries to clinch up.
Russo Jr throws a combination. Allen tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Excellent takedown into side control there by Allen.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Allen working away.
Russo Jr manages to get back to half guard.
Allen throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Russo Jr tries to get to full guard but Allen has control of the leg.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Allen is working for a kimura but Russo Jr is defending it quite comfortably.
Russo Jr gets back to full guard.
Russo Jr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Allen is one step ahead there.
Allen postures up in Russo Jr's guard and throws a big left but Russo Jr blocks it.
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.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Allen throws a big right hand that misses.
Allen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Russo Jr is keeping the position for now.
Bruce Allen overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Allen throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Russo Jr looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Allen puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Russo Jr is trying to get back to full guard.
Russo Jr wants to control but Allen is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Russo Jr looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Russo Jr trying to control here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Allen controlling the action here.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Russo Jr lands a nice hook to Allen's body. Allen takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Allen fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bruce Allen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Russo Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Allen.
Allen shoots for a takedown but Russo Jr saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Allen takes one to the chin there.
Russo Jr lands with a nice combination. Allen backs away looking to recover.
Russo Jr throws a nice looking combination but Allen bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Russo Jr misses the shot to the body.
Allen tries to counter with a takedown but Russo Jr is quick to defend against it.
Russo Jr with a jab.
Russo Jr lands the left hand.
Russo Jr misses with a combination
and Allen counters with a shoot takedown. Russo Jr fights it but they end up in guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Russo Jr wants to sweep but no luck.
Russo Jr looking to control.
Allen in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Russo Jr looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Allen lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Allen postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Russo Jr is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Allen, into his guard.
Russo Jr throwing strikes from guard but Allen blocks nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Donato Russo Jr showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Bruce Allen's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
A punch combination from Russo Jr misses.
Allen doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Russo Jr counters with a stiff right hand.
Horrible takedown attempt by Allen or perhaps it was just good defense by Russo Jr, which made it look bad.
Bruce Allen is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Russo Jr lands a head shot.
Russo Jr misses with a double jab.
Allen is trying hard to land a takedown here. Russo Jr sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bruce Allen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Russo Jr connects with a body shot.
Russo Jr's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Russo Jr duly obliges.
Russo Jr takes the fight into the clinch.
Allen changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Russo Jr fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Allen on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Allen takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Russo Jr drops Allen with a beautiful combination! Allen stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Russo Jr is looking for the KO!
Allen is rocked!
Russo Jr misses with a double jab.
Oh Allen is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Allen takes a jab right on the kisser.
Russo Jr throws a hook but Allen avoids it easily.
Russo Jr throws a right and a left that Allen avoids nicely.
Allen seems to have got his legs back now.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Russo Jr swings for the body but Allen moves out of range.
Russo Jr tries to clinch up.
Allen fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Russo Jr tries to clinch but Allen is having none of it.
Russo Jr keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A little jabbing left from Russo Jr on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bruce Allen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Russo Jr lands with a hook. Allen tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Allen looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Donato Russo Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Russo Jr with a nice cross.
Allen shoots in for a double leg but Russo Jr sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Russo Jr is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Russo Jr works the jab nicely.
Russo Jr connects with a jab.
Russo Jr lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Good standup being displayed there by Russo Jr as he connects with a hook.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Allen ducks right into an uppercut from Russo Jr.
Russo Jr scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Allen doesn't seem bothered though.
Russo Jr drops Allen with a beautiful combination! Allen stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Russo Jr is looking for the KO!
Allen looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Allen trying to control the action but Russo Jr is working from the bottom.
Allen throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Allen working over Russo Jr with some ground and pound. Russo Jr looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Russo Jr manages to get to full guard.
Allen postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Russo Jr looking for a guillotine here but Allen defends easily.
Russo Jr keeping moving, preventing Allen from controlling successfully.
Russo Jr wants to sweep here but Allen controlling him for the moment.
Donato Russo Jr is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Allen distracts Russo Jr with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Allen won't allow Russo Jr to sweep him here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Donato Russo Jr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Russo Jr 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 Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 27:30
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Donato Russo Jr!
An out of breath and clearly excited Donato Russo Jr thanked RESISTANCE for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Samuel Lizard (ranked 4438 p4p, 478 weight class) and CJ Robinson (ranked 22450 p4p, 611 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
7 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Samuel Lizard!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 2 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, CJ Robinson!
The judges for this bout are Fedor Mirinova, Dmitry Maklakov and Illya Tyunina.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A big left from Lizard misses.
Lizard darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Robinson throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Lizard tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Robinson is in Lizard's guard.
Lizard is looking to stand up but Robinson isn't so interested in that idea.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lizard working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Robinson.
Robinson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lizard is looking to stand back up but Robinson counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Lizard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Robinson prevents Lizard from standing back up.
Robinson is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Lizard!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robinson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lizard is looking to escape.
Lizard is looking to improve his position but Robinson isn't that keen on the idea.
Robinson controlling from mount.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lizard is looking to get to half guard.
Lizard is trying to stand up.
Robinson avoids the attempt from Lizard to control.
Robinson gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks!
Robinson fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Lizard sprawls well initially but Robinson persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Lizard tries to kick Robinson off but Robinson keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Robinson throwing shots but Lizard is blocking nicely.
Robinson throwing shots but Lizard is blocking nicely.
Lizard is trying to stand back up but Robinson is controlling him
Lizard avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Robinson.
Robinson works his way into full mount!
Lizard trying desperately to get to his feet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lizard tries to reverse the position but Robinson maintains control.
Robinson avoids the attempt from Lizard to control.
Lizard blocking the ground and pound.
Robinson prevents Lizard from getting the reversal.
Robinson tries to control but Lizard wriggling away.
Robinson controlling from mount.
Lizard looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lizard is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Robinson prevents Lizard from getting the reversal.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lizard is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Lizard is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Robinson is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Lizard is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Robinson controlling the pace for now.
Lizard tries to lock up and control but Robinson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Lizard really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Robinson thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Robinson looking to control but Lizard is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Robinson looking to control and managing it successfully.
Lizard is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Robinson controlling from the full mount.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lizard is looking to improve his position but Robinson isn't that keen on the idea.
Lizard is working hard here to advance position.
Lizard prevents any damage by holding on tight.
Lizard keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Robinson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Robinson manages to capitalize on a mistake by Lizard to take his back!
Robinson controls the position.
Lizard covering up well and avoiding damage.
You can see the frustration on Lizard's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
CJ Robinson dominated that round.
That's time! Lizard's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Lizard throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Robinson unleashes a big counter combination but Lizard bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Robinson drives through with a takedown into Lizard's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Robinson tries to free his leg and advance position but Lizard is retaining full guard.
Lizard wants to stand but Robinson is controlling the position.
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Lizard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robinson stops Lizard from standing up.
Robinson postures up in Lizard's guard and throws a big left but Lizard blocks it.
Lizard keeping full guard, as Robinson tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lizard wants to stand up but Robinson is controlling him.
Robinson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lizard manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Robinson manages to get himself to full guard.
Robinson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Robinson is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Lizard wants to improve his position but Robinson is controlling well.
Robinson moves nicely into side control.
Lizard is trying to buck Robinson off.
Robinson in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Lizard tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lizard is trying to control Robinson's posture but Robinson avoids it.
Robinson just content to control the position.
Robinson is trying to get an arm triangle but Lizard is defending well.
Robinson postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Lizard tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Robinson staying calm.
Robinson stands up and beckons Lizard to his feet.
Samuel Lizard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lizard jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Robinson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Robinson moves away from the strike by Lizard.
Robinson slips under a jab.
A big right from Lizard misses.
Robinson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Lizard trying to hold on to Robinson's head to control him but Robinson postures up.
Lizard slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Lizard wants to sweep but no luck.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lizard has control of Robinson's left arm, preventing Robinson from doing any damage.
Robinson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Robinson trying to control but Lizard is working from the bottom.
Lizard managing to control the position.
Robinson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Robinson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Robinson tries to free his leg and advance position but Lizard is retaining full guard.
Robinson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Lizard wants to stand and escape but Robinson is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
CJ Robinson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
Robinson shoots in for a takedown but Lizard shows good takedown defense.
Lizard misses the jab.
Lizard throws a right and a left that both miss.
Robinson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Lizard lands a nice looking body shot.
Lizard scores with a hook to the body. Robinson takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Robinson misses with a series of wild punches.
Robinson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lizard throws out the jab.
Robinson has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Robinson ducks under a wild hook from Lizard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lizard throws a lazy uppercut
and Robinson counters with a head kick. That will keep Lizard thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Robinson has a takedown stuffed.
Lizard throws a right and a left that Robinson avoids nicely.
That's one minute gone in the round.
An inside leg kick lands from Robinson.
Robinson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Lizard circles away.
Samuel Lizard has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of CJ Robinson.
Lizard misses with a looping right.
Robinson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Robinson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Robinson wants to clinch up but Lizard keeps it at a distance.
Lizard dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lizard missing with a left hand there. Robinson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lizard on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Robinson instigates a clinch.
Lizard wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Robinson has him pressed against the cage.
Robinson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Lizard breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Robinson drives through with a takedown into Lizard's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Robinson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Robinson sitting in guard here, content to control.
Lizard looking to control.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Lizard keeps moving.
Lizard wants to stand and escape but Robinson is having none of it.
Lizard is trying to control the position but Robinson postures up.
Lizard looking to hit a scissor sweep but Robinson is one step ahead there.
Lizard trying to keep a closed guard but Robinson is proving a slippery customer.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Robinson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Robinson rushes Lizard and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Lizard is trying to push Robinson away but Robinson has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Lizard is trying to break the clinch but Robinson has him pressed against the cage.
Robinson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Lizard avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Robinson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lizard swings for the body but Robinson moves out of range.
Robinson closes the distance and clinches up with Lizard, looking for a takedown. Robinson pushes Lizard against the cage but Lizard circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
CJ Robinson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lizard misses with an uppercut.
Robinson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Lizard has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Robinson is working away from the top position though.
Lizard tries to get to full guard but Robinson has control of the leg.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lizard pushes Robinson off looking to stand but Robinson dives back in and keeps control.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Robinson in particular looking to stall.
Robinson working the head and body with strikes.
Lizard is trying to stand.
Robinson wants to free his trapped foot but Lizard is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Lizard desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Lizard trying to control from the bottom.
CJ Robinson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Robinson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Samuel Lizard has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lizard actively working from the bottom here.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to CJ Robinson.
I've got Robinson 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 Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 28:30
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 28:29
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... CJ Robinson!
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Scott Lagrange (ranked 4005 p4p, 443 weight class) and Ilmari Virtanen (ranked 3983 p4p, 439 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
3 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Scott Lagrange!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Ilmari Virtanen!
The judges for this bout are Valeri Chadov, Konstantin Menshow and Illya Tyunina.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Lagrange pressing his opponent against the cage.
Lagrange tries a body shot but Virtanen blocks it.
Lagrange pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Virtanen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A low kick from Virtanen misses
and Lagrange counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Lagrange.
Lagrange wants to control from the top but Virtanen keeps moving.
Virtanen pulls Lagrange in close to his closed guard and prevents Lagrange from doing any damage or advancing position.
Lagrange working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Virtanen has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Virtanen wants to sweep but no luck.
Lagrange loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lagrange seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Lagrange trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Virtanen is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Virtanen pulls Lagrange in to control the position.
Lagrange has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lagrange makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Virtanen looking for a sweep. Not yet Virtanen, not yet.
Lagrange trying to control the position from guard on top but Virtanen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Virtanen wants to sweep but no luck.
Virtanen is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Virtanen prevents Lagrange from improving his position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Virtanen lands strikes from half guard.
Virtanen lands strikes from half guard.
Virtanen uses his free foot to push down on Lagrange's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Lagrange.
Lagrange tries to lock up and control but Virtanen gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Virtanen prevents Lagrange from getting the reversal.
Virtanen lands a nice shot to the head.
It looks like Scott Lagrange has been cut.
Lagrange is bucking up trying to escape but Virtanen cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Scott Lagrange's cut is getting worse.
Lagrange tries to reverse the position but Virtanen maintains control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Virtanen pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Lagrange is rocked!
Scott Lagrange's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Lagrange is wriggling around trying to escape.
Oh Lagrange is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Virtanen cracks Lagrange with a big head shot that has him covering up instantly! He's rolled onto his side and the referee has seen enough - this one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ilmari Virtanen!
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Jab Buckeye (ranked 2280 p4p, 285 weight class) and Aarro Vainio (ranked 4040 p4p, 447 weight class). Buckeye comes to the cage accompanied by Right above it lil Wayne . Aarro Vainio will no doubt be trying to keep this one on the feet, where he has a distinct advantage.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
6 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Jab Buckeye!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Aarro Vainio!
The judges for this bout are Fedor Mirinova, Vladimir Khabensky and Aleksandr Martynov.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Vainio as he avoids it easily.
Buckeye with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Vainio tries to close the distance and clinch up but Buckeye swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Vainio gets caught napping as Buckeye dives in and scores a takedown. Vainio manages to retain guard.
Buckeye engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Buckeye drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Vainio dives on top into guard.
Vainio wants to stand but Buckeye is controlling his posture from full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buckeye working for a triangle but Vainio defends it easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Buckeye has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Vainio can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Buckeye is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
I've been told that Vainio has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.
Vainio trying to control the position from guard on top but Buckeye is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vainio would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Vainio stopping the sweep attempt from Buckeye.
Vainio has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Buckeye is proving hard to escape from.
Buckeye manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Vainio manages to get himself to full guard.
Buckeye postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Vainio is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Buckeye, into his guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Buckeye holds on and takes a little breather.
Buckeye looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Buckeye had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Vainio defends it easily.
Buckeye has his foot on Vainio's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Vainio works his way back into a safe position though.
Vainio trying to control but Buckeye is working from the bottom.
Buckeye wants to sweep here but Vainio controlling him for the moment.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Vainio gets to his feet. Buckeye looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
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.
Buckeye fails with the takedown.
Jab Buckeye seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Buckeye. Vainio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Despite the aggression on Vainio's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Buckeye misses the shot to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Vainio! But no joy.
Buckeye jabs Vainio right on the nose. Vainio blinks but takes it well.
Buckeye fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Buckeye misses with a double jab
and Vainio counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Vainio defending well as Buckeye loads up on a big left hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vainio gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Buckeye to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Buckeye controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Buckeye takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Vainio gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Buckeye throwing strikes but missing.
Buckeye throws a big elbow that misses.
Buckeye trying to control but Vainio is working from the bottom.
Buckeye postures up in Vainio's guard and throws a big left but Vainio blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vainio keeping full guard, as Buckeye tries to pass.
Buckeye controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Buckeye trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Vainio is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Buckeye is controlling him.
Buckeye is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vainio can do to turn this around?
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Buckeye looks for a takedown but Vainio sprawls well.
Buckeye fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Vainio avoids it really well and circles away.
Buckeye has closed the distance and engaged Vainio in a clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Buckeye.
Vainio pushes off an throws an elbow but Buckeye leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Buckeye is trying to drag Vainio to the mat but Vainio just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Buckeye changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Vainio fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Buckeye cracks Vainio with a good jab.
Vainio lands a two punch combo.
It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut.
Buckeye throws the left hand but Vainio avoids the punch easily.
Vainio fails with an attempt to clinch.
Vainio is looking to clinch but Buckeye is avoiding it.
Buckeye appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Buckeye shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Vainio defends it nicely.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Buckeye misses with a jab to the body
and Vainio counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vainio gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Buckeye throws a big elbow that misses.
Buckeye trying to control the position from guard on top but Vainio is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Buckeye working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Buckeye won't allow Vainio to get back to his feet.
Buckeye lands a couple of elbows.
Jab Buckeye overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Vainio avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Buckeye trying to control but Vainio is working from the bottom.
Buckeye pushes down on Vainio's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Buckeye wants to take a breather but Vainio is having none of it.
Buckeye is really struggling to control Vainio but he's trying to hold on to the position.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Buckeye uses his free foot to push down on Vainio's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Vainio.
Buckeye landing strikes, looking to finish!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Jab Buckeye's cut.
That's time! Buckeye's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Buckeye connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Vainio tries to clinch but Buckeye moves out of range.
Buckeye changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Vainio connects with a leg kick. Buckeye looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Buckeye is looking to clinch.
Vainio unleashes a big counter combination but Buckeye bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Buckeye misses with a two punch combination.
Vainio leaves Buckeye with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Buckeye closes this distance looking for a takedown but Vainio circles away.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Buckeye is defended easily by Vainio.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. 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.
Buckeye tries for a takedown but Vainio sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Buckeye fails with the takedown.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Vainio as he avoids it easily.
Vainio connects with a solid leg kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Vainio looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Vainio lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Vainio fails with an attempt to clinch.
Vainio misses with a double jab.
Vainio stuffs the takedown.
Vainio swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Buckeye closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Vainio quickly recovers to half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vainio is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Buckeye scores with a couple of nice shots.
Vainio is refusing to be controlled, as Buckeye sits in half guard.
Buckeye prevents Vainio from standing back up.
Buckeye is nestled in close to Vainio, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Vainio is not content to let Buckeye control the position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Vainio can do anything to dispel that myth.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Buckeye looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Vainio is looking to control Buckeye's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Vainio avoid being mounted?
Buckeye sitting and controlling from the half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Buckeye is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Buckeye stops Vainio from getting back to his feet.
Buckeye sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Vainio defending well though.
Vainio regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Buckeye.
Buckeye throws a big elbow that misses.
Vainio really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Buckeye. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Buckeye content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Buckeye content to stall in guard here.
Buckeye scoring with some ground and pound.
Vainio wants to get back to his feet but Buckeye is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Buckeye with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jab Buckeye is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Buckeye is looking to work some ground and pound but Vainio has wrist control.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Buckeye lands a nice looking body shot.
Aarro Vainio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vainio leaves Buckeye with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Vainio is looking for the big counter here.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Jab Buckeye.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Buckeye, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 30:28
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jab Buckeye!
In his post fight interview, Jab Buckeye started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Scott Hill (ranked 2112 p4p, 267 weight class) and Jaakko Ilmarinen (ranked 5776 p4p, 536 weight class). There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
5 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Scott Hill!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Jaakko Ilmarinen!
The judges for this bout are Vladimir Khabensky, Igor Prikhodko and Sergei Dronov.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hill closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Ilmarinen quickly recovers to half guard.
Ilmarinen manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Hill keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Ilmarinen leaning against his opponent.
Hill's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ilmarinen cracks Hill with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Ilmarinen takes a swing at Hill's ribcage but misses.
Hill thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hill on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ilmarinen ducks under a wild hook from Hill.
Ilmarinen gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Hill to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Ilmarinen is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Hill is controlling him.
Hill wants to pass the guard but Ilmarinen is keeping the position.
Hill stops Ilmarinen from standing up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hill trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hill makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hill pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ilmarinen is keeping the position for now.
Ilmarinen is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Hill is controlling him.
Hill with a nice head shot there.
Ilmarinen is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Hill tries to free his leg and advance position but Ilmarinen is retaining full guard.
Hill wants to control from the top but Ilmarinen keeps moving.
Hill advances position into side control!
Hill is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ilmarinen knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hill tries to advance to mount but can't.
Ilmarinen is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hill wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ilmarinen, who protects the arm well.
Hill works to advance to full mount. Ilmarinen defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Ilmarinen wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Hill wants to take his opponent's back but Ilmarinen doesn't allow it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hill jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Ilmarinen manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Hill is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ilmarinen has escaped the position, nice work there.
Ilmarinen is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Ilmarinen taking a bit of punishment here - Hill scoring with strikes.
Hill is staying tight to Ilmarinen's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Ilmarinen wants to get back to his feet.
Hill is working to tighten his grip on Ilmarinen's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Ilmarinen has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Hill is really squeezing tight and eventually Ilmarinen passes out! Hill breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Scott Hill!
A victorious Scott Hill thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Jaakko Ilmarinen was interviewed post fight and said 'Lucky rat I had flu'.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Ace Ventura (ranked 2310 p4p, 289 weight class) and Yewis Mybitch (ranked 3900 p4p, 433 weight class). I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!
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195 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Ace Ventura!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Yewis Mybitch!
The judges for this bout are Illya Tyunina, Igor Prikhodko and Valeri Chadov.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Horrible takedown attempt by Ventura or perhaps it was just good defense by Mybitch, which made it look bad.
Ventura fails with a takedown attempt.
Ventura takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Mybitch does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Ventura looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ace Ventura. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ventura keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Mybitch scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ventura dives in and scores a takedown into Mybitch's guard.
Ventura missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Mybitch utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Mybitch wants to stand up but Ventura is controlling him.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ventura throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ventura landing with the ground and pound.
Ventura throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ventura is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Mybitch trying to control the position.
Mybitch utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Mybitch is trying to control the position but Ventura postures up.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Mybitch lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Mybitch swings for the body but Ventura moves out of range.
Yewis Mybitch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mybitch misses with a double jab
and Ventura moves into the clinch.
Mybitch breaks the clinch.
Ventura tries for a takedown but Mybitch sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Ventura avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nice sprawl there from Mybitch as Ventura shoots in.
Mybitch looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mybitch uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ventura has time to react.
Ventura shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Ventura showed some decent athleticism there.
Ventura sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Mybitch defending well though.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ventura landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Ventura not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Still in half guard, Ventura seems content to control.
Ventura lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Ventura stalling.
Ventura is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Mybitch is trying to stand up here but Ventura is controlling him well.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mybitch blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ventura.
Ventura takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Ventura working Mybitch over with strikes.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Mybitch manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Ventura shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Mybitch manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Ventura with a flurry of punches that miss.
Ventura loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ventura is looking to work some ground and pound but Mybitch has wrist control.
Ventura in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ventura chips away with some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Ace Ventura will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
Mybitch connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ventura. Ventura circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Ventura.
Mybitch stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ventura.
Ventura shoots in but Mybitch avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Ventura with a lazy takedown attempt
and Mybitch counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ace Ventura. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ventura feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Ventura loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mybitch not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ventura throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mybitch works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ventura's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Ventura with a flurry of punches that miss.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ventura trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mybitch preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Ventura postures up in Mybitch's guard and throws a big left but Mybitch blocks it.
Ventura with a nice head shot there.
Ventura throwing strikes from guard but Mybitch blocks nicely.
Ventura is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Ventura loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ventura working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Ventura trying to control but Mybitch is working from the bottom.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Mybitch misses with a low kick.
Ventura fails to land the takedown.
Ventura slips a jab and a cross from Mybitch.
Mybitch has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Ventura has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Ventura shoots in and drives through. Mybitch sprawls well.
Ventura slips a jab and a cross from Mybitch.
Mybitch gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Ventura to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Mybitch is breathing heavily.
Mybitch keeping moving, preventing Ventura from controlling successfully.
Mybitch has momentary wrist control but Ventura slips an elbow through the middle.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mybitch avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ventura works over Mybitch with some ground and pound from guard.
Ventura controls from within his opponent's guard.
Ventura throws a big elbow that misses.
Ventura is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Ventura throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mybitch works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Ventura working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Ventura sitting in guard here, content to control.
Ventura scoring with some ground and pound.
Ventura prevents Mybitch from getting back to his feet.
Ventura 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ventura throwing strikes but missing.
Ventura wants to control from the top but Mybitch keeps moving.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Ace Ventura will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
Mybitch gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Ventura scoring with punches to the head and body.
Ventura is looking to work some ground and pound but Mybitch has wrist control.
Mybitch avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ventura not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Mybitch working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ventura.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ventura is looking to work some ground and pound but Mybitch has wrist control.
Ventura trying to control the position from guard on top but Mybitch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ventura thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ventura trying to control but Mybitch is working from the bottom.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Ventura missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Ventura lands a couple of elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ventura with a flurry of punches that miss.
Ventura lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ventura stops Mybitch from standing up.
Ventura missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
That's two 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.
Ventura is looking to work some ground and pound but Mybitch has wrist control.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Ventura shoots in and drives through. Mybitch sprawls well.
Ventura dips to his left and cracks Mybitch with an uppercut!
Mybitch throws a big shot that misses.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Ventura is defended easily by Mybitch.
Ventura fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Mybitch avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ace Ventura. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mybitch swinging wildly here.
Ventura went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Ventura looks for a takedown but Mybitch sprawls well.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ventura takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Mybitch ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ventura moves away.
Mybitch misses with an uppercut.
Mybitch jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Mybitch lands a body shot.
Mybitch stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mybitch wants it to stay on the feet.
Yewis Mybitch has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mybitch throws a series of punches but Ventura avoids them all with ease.
A quick step to the side and Ventura tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mybitch takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Mybitch darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Ventura changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Mybitch tries to avoid it but Ventura manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Mybitch to the ground. Mybitch escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ventura tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Mybitch defends well and Ventura ends up having to push Mybitch into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Mybitch has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Mybitch works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Mybitch moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mybitch throws a left and a right that both miss
and Ventura counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ventura scoring with punches to the head and body.
Ventura looking to sit in guard and control but Mybitch gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Ventura looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ventura is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Ventura looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Mybitch not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Mybitch would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Ace Ventura is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ventura is on top in guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Yewis Mybitch comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ventura 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 Illya Tyunina scores the fight 29:28
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 29:28
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ace Ventura!
Ace Ventura thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Armel Floyd (ranked 2662 p4p, 329 weight class) and Uniesky Santaban (ranked 2170 p4p, 286 weight class). This should be a great matchup!
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210 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
9 - 0 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Armel Floyd!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Uniesky Santaban!
The judges for this bout are Dmitry Maklakov, Igor Prikhodko and Illya Tyunina.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Santaban uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
It looks like Armel Floyd has been cut.
Santaban misses with a two punch combination.
Some wild striking there from Santaban.
Floyd throwing a counter right hand but Santaban manages to avoid it.
Santaban throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Santaban uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Floyd.
Santaban jabs at Floyd's body.
Santaban scores with a sloppy right hand. Floyd should have avoided that one.
Uniesky Santaban seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Floyd misses with a body shot.
Santaban throws out a counter right but Floyd avoids it with no problem.
Floyd slips under a jab.
Floyd takes one on the button.
Santaban cracks Floyd with a good jab.
Santaban lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Santaban scores with a jab.
Santaban slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Santaban throws a sloppy body shot
and Floyd counters with a nice uppercut.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Santaban.
Santaban throws an overhand right that lands on Floyd's shoulder, as Floyd tries to avoid the shot.
Floyd swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Santaban slips under a jab from Floyd.
Santaban is looking to clinch.
Floyd throwing a counter right hand but Santaban manages to avoid it.
Santaban lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Santaban misses with the combination.
Floyd ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Santaban moves away.
Nice shot by Santaban.
Armel Floyd's cut is getting worse.
Santaban throws a hook but Floyd avoids it easily.
Floyd was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Santaban catches Floyd with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Floyd takes one to the chin there.
Santaban pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Floyd back to the cage. Santaban follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Santaban uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Floyd staying out of range there.
A slow jab from Santaban misses its intended target.
Santaban falls off balance throwing a combination
and Floyd counters with a nice uppercut.
Santaban darts in trying to clinch
and Floyd counters with a straight right hand.
Santaban throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Floyd on the side of the head.
Floyd showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Santaban.
Danga de danga de dang - Santaban scores with a four punch combination!
Santaban throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Floyd on the side of the head.
Armel Floyd's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Santaban lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Santaban lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Santaban dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Santaban might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Santaban misses with a series of wild punches.
Santaban fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Floyd manages to avoid it.
Santaban sizes up Floyd with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Floyd circles away from the clinch attempt.
Floyd throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Santaban darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Jeez, Armel Floyd's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Santaban falls off balance throwing a combination
and Floyd counters with a straight right hand.
Floyd on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Santaban throws a combination that misses
and Floyd counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Nice defenses there by Floyd.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Santaban swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Santaban throws a right hand that misses
and Floyd counters with a straight right hand.
Floyd throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Santaban misses with a combination
and Floyd counters with a right hand to the body.
Santaban cracks Floyd with a right hand to the side of the head.
Santaban throws a right and a left that Floyd avoids nicely.
Floyd was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Santaban swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Floyd counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Floyd looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Santaban throws a right and a left that both miss.
A little feinted left hand from Floyd on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Santaban throws a lazy body kick
and Floyd cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Floyd avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Floyd slips under a jab from Santaban.
Floyd is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uniesky Santaban dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Armel Floyd's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Santaban lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Santaban uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Floyd.
Santaban lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Floyd circles away quickly and effectively.
Uniesky Santaban seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Floyd takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Santaban scores with a sloppy right hand. Floyd should have avoided that one.
Floyd misses with a straight right.
Santaban darts in and clinches Floyd up against the cage.
Santaban escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Santaban tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Floyd paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A little feinted left hand from Floyd on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Santaban connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Floyd momentarily.
Santaban tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Santaban closes the distance but Floyd moves to the side
and Floyd counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Santaban throws a right hand that Floyd ducks under and follows up with a left that Floyd also avoids with ease.
Santaban throws a hook but Floyd blocks it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Santaban connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Santaban throws a series of punches but Floyd moves out of range.
Santaban looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A combination from Santaban does no damage.
Santaban drops his hands momentarily and Floyd takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Santaban has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Santaban swings for the body but Floyd moves out of range.
Santaban throws an off balance right hand
and Floyd counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Santaban missing with a left hand there. Floyd was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Santaban looks to land a combination but Floyd avoids it well.
Floyd is looking for a counter combo.
Floyd fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Santaban manages to avoid it.
Santaban lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Santaban misses with a left hand
and Floyd connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Santaban is rocked!
Santaban throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Floyd counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Santaban is still on wobbly legs! Can Floyd finish him?
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Floyd scores with a body shot.
Santaban is breathing heavily.
Santaban just misses with a punch to the body.
Santaban walks into a straight right, dropping him to the canvas! Floyd swarms him and finishes the fight with a hail of punches! What a brutal finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:10 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Armel Floyd!
A relieved looking Armel Floyd thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Main event
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Anthon Van Der Dusse (ranked 952 p4p, 113 weight class) and George Steve Jr (ranked 3149 p4p, 306 weight class). George Steve Jr is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
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21
146 lbs
4 - 1 - 0 |
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21
150 lbs
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Excellent MT
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the featherweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Anthon Van Der Dusse!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, George Steve Jr!
The judges for this bout are Konstantin Menshow, Vladimir Khabensky and Valeri Chadov.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Van Der Dusse gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Steve Jr counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice shot lands for Steve Jr.
Van Der Dusse has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Official UFC Performance Institute Training Center in the buildup to the fight.
Steve Jr misses with a wild body shot.
Van Der Dusse misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A big right from Steve Jr misses.
Steve Jr fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Van Der Dusse avoids it really well and circles away.
Steve Jr keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anthon Van Der Dusse. 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.
Steve Jr misses with a body shot.
Steve Jr throws a lazy right hand but Van Der Dusse sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Van Der Dusse displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Steve Jr throws out the jab.
Van Der Dusse misses the shot to the body.
Anthon Van Der Dusse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Steve Jr moves forwards but Van Der Dusse connects with a nice, crisp jab.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Van Der Dusse throws a lazy uppercut
and Steve Jr counters with a right hand to the body.
Van Der Dusse has his takedown stuffed
and Steve Jr counters with a stiff right hand.
Van Der Dusse slips a jab from Steve Jr.
Steve Jr has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Van Der Dusse misses with a lunging right hand
and Steve Jr counters with a straight right hand.
Steve Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Van Der Dusse shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Steve Jr defends it nicely.
A countering left hand to the body from Steve Jr misses.
A jab lands there for Steve Jr.
Steve Jr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Van Der Dusse is looking to counter punch.
Steve Jr has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Steve Jr there as he acknowledges the shot.
Steve Jr shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Van Der Dusse sprawls well. Van Der Dusse wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Steve Jr gets slowly back to his feet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Steve Jr's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Van Der Dusse connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Steve Jr scrambles back to his feet.
Van Der Dusse misses with a body shot.
Steve Jr moves away from the strike by Van Der Dusse.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Van Der Dusse gets a double leg takedown into Steve Jr's guard.
Steve Jr is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Van Der Dusse defends well.
Steve Jr escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Van Der Dusse gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position from guard on top but Steve Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Van Der Dusse postures up and lands a big shot to Steve Jr's brow.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Steve Jr is looking for a triangle but Van Der Dusse pushes his legs off easily.
Van Der Dusse chips away with some ground and pound.
Van Der Dusse working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Steve Jr's head.
Steve Jr has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Van Der Dusse is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Steve Jr.
Steve Jr is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Van Der Dusse has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Van Der Dusse landing a few strikes.
Van Der Dusse cracks Steve Jr with a big elbow.
Van Der Dusse lands a decent elbow from side control.
Van Der Dusse working the ground and pound from side control.
Steve Jr wants to get back to his feet.
Steve Jr tries to bench press Van Der Dusse off him but Van Der Dusse keeps the position.
Van Der Dusse grinds an elbow into Steve Jr's temple.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Van Der Dusse tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Van Der Dusse has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Van Der Dusse scoring with punches from side control.
Steve Jr tries to improve position but can't.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Van Der Dusse is putting a hurting on Steve Jr here, landing some big shots from side control.
Steve Jr manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Van Der Dusse lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Steve Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Van Der Dusse lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Steve Jr wants to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Van Der Dusse connects with a nice short shot to Steve Jr's temple.
Steve Jr is not content to let Van Der Dusse control the position.
Steve Jr looking for submissions off his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Anthon Van Der Dusse dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Steve Jr misses with a two punch combination.
Van Der Dusse connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Van Der Dusse throws a body shot but no joy.
Steve Jr scores with a punch to the head.
Van Der Dusse misses with a hook. Steve Jr ducked under it nicely.
Van Der Dusse scores with a sloppy right hand. Steve Jr should have avoided that one.
Van Der Dusse shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Steve Jr manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Van Der Dusse lands a couple of digs.
Steve Jr pushes a forearm under Van Der Dusse's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Van Der Dusse is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). George Steve Jr!
George Steve Jr is the new featherweight champion!
George Steve Jr decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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