Mid Week Mashups PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Raven Sangilak (ranked 5238 p4p, 112 weight class) and Sanov Arius (ranked 5227 p4p, 202 weight class). We have two fighters making their debuts here, so let's see who comes out of this one with their first professional victory.

Sangilak
vs
Arius

191 cm
17
264 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

194 cm
17
267 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Excellent MT
Cuts easily

BJJ White Belt
Excellent MT
Determined

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Raven Sangilak!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Sanov Arius!
The judges for this bout are Saam Ante, Albert Achterberg and Daniel Blasius.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Arius throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Sangilak was covering up waiting for the punch and Arius finishes the takedown easily into guard.

Sangilak is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Arius defends well.

Arius 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.

Sangilak working for a triangle but Arius defends it easily.

Arius drops back looking for a leg! Sangilak is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sangilak manages to kick Arius off! Arius jumps back into Sangilak's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arius trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Sangilak working a defensive guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Sangilak escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Arius gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Sangilak looking for a sweep. Not yet Sangilak, not yet.
Arius is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Sangilak manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Arius manages to get himself to full guard.

The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Arius looking for a guillotine here but Sangilak defends easily.
Sangilak tries to free his leg and advance position but Arius is retaining full guard.
Arius wants to sweep but no luck.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Sangilak drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sangilak jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.

Arius has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sangilak can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.

Sangilak drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sangilak jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.

Sangilak drops back looking for a leg! Arius is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Arius manages to kick Sangilak off! Sangilak jumps back into Arius's guard.

Sangilak avoids a guillotine attempt easily.

Sangilak 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.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Arius throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Sangilak escapes and throws Arius's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Arius wants to control but Sangilak postures up.
Arius sneaks back into half guard.
Arius tries to get to full guard but Sangilak has control of the leg.
Arius makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Arius.
Arius wants to sweep here but Sangilak controlling him for the moment.

Arius escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sangilak gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sangilak pushes down on Arius's leg and manages to get into half guard.

Sangilak is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Arius works his way to full guard. Good work.

Arius escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sangilak gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Sangilak wants to control from the top but Arius keeps moving.
Sangilak could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

Sangilak 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.
Arius managing to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sanov Arius will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Sangilak defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Arius.
Sangilak shoots in but no luck this time.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Arius is defended easily by Sangilak.
Sangilak appears to be looking for a counter takedown.

Arius shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.

Arius drops back looking for a leg! Sangilak is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sangilak manages to kick Arius off! Arius jumps back into Sangilak's guard.

Sangilak working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Arius doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Arius manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sangilak working a defensive guard but Arius passes into half guard.
Arius prevents Sangilak from improving his position.

Sangilak actively working from the bottom here.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Arius is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sangilak defends it well.

Arius is looking for a kimura here.

Arius is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sangilak defends it well.

Arius is looking for a kimura but Sangilak is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Arius to get the leverage.
Sangilak wants to sweep but Arius has passed to side control!
Sangilak struggling a bit here.

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.

Arius is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sangilak has escaped the position, nice work there.
Sangilak can't do much from the bottom here.
Sangilak tries to buck Arius off but Arius is having none of it.
Sangilak is working hard here to advance position.

Arius goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Sangilak has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Arius but great work by Sangilak.
Sangilak is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Arius tries to improve position but can't.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Arius keeps trying to improve his position.

Sangilak tries for a kimura but Arius is defending well.

Sangilak tries for a kimura but Arius is defending well.
Arius sneaks back into half guard.

Arius actively working from the bottom here.
Sangilak wants to free his trapped foot but Arius is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sangilak is trying to control the action in half guard but Arius is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Arius tries to get to full guard but Sangilak has control of the leg.
Arius is not content to let Sangilak control the position.

Sangilak wants to work for an arm triangle but Arius is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.

Arius looking for submissions off his back.

Arius looking for submissions off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sangilak wants to control but Arius is keeping him busy.
Sanov Arius has got the better of the ground game so far.
Arius trying to control here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sanov Arius showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!

Sangilak has a takedown stuffed.
Arius is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.

Arius closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Sangilak quickly recovers to half guard.

Arius is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sangilak defends it well.

Sangilak actively working from the bottom here.

Arius is working for a kimura but Sangilak is defending it quite comfortably.
Sangilak trying to hold on to Arius's head to control him but Arius postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Arius is working for a kimura but Sangilak is defending it quite comfortably.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Sangilak is staying active underneath Arius, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Sangilak is looking to control Arius's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sangilak avoid being mounted?

Arius is working for a submission of some sort.
Arius trying to pass the guard but Sangilak defending well.

Arius is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sangilak doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Arius.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.

Sangilak actively working from the bottom here.
Raven Sangilak has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sangilak is trying to get back to full guard.
Arius trying to control from half guard but Sangilak is working away.
Arius is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.

Sangilak looking for submissions off his back.
Arius trying to control the action but Sangilak is working from the bottom.

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

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Sangilak gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Arius to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Arius has been the more effective fighter overall so far.

Sangilak escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Arius gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Sangilak keeping moving, preventing Arius from controlling successfully.

Sangilak looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Arius looking to pass the guard.
Sangilak looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Arius slips nicely into half guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sangilak trying to control but Arius postures up.
Arius passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Sangilak!
Sangilak keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.

Arius has hold of Sangilak's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Sangilak manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Arius wants to take his opponent's back but Sangilak doesn't allow it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

Arius has hold of Sangilak's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Sangilak manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sanov Arius comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Arius has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 27:30
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sanov Arius!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
21%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Karim Johnson (ranked 5253 p4p, 416 weight class) and Arne Inge Karsten (ranked 5257 p4p, 415 weight class). We have two fighters making their debuts here, so let's see who comes out of this one with their first professional victory.

Johnson
vs
Inge Karsten

195 cm
16
270 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

192 cm
16
261 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Excellent MT
KO power

BJJ White Belt
Excellent MT
Inexperienced

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 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Karim Johnson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Arne Inge Karsten!
The judges for this bout are Paul Aken, Paulsen Ambrosius and Wagner Zegers.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Johnson drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.

Johnson working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Inge Karsten manages to get back to half guard.

Johnson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Johnson wants to free his trapped foot but Inge Karsten is holding on for dear life with his legs.

Johnson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Inge Karsten is just riding it out for now. Johnson eventually gives up the hold.
Inge Karsten is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Johnson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Johnson's back!
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Johnson trying to control the hands but Inge Karsten won't let him.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Inge Karsten looking to break Johnson's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Johnson remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Inge Karsten will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Johnson could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.

Inge Karsten working for a choke but Johnson is defending well.

Johnson defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
You can see the frustration on Johnson's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Johnson manages to reverse the position and now he's in Inge Karsten's guard. Nice work there by Johnson.
Johnson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Inge Karsten keeping moving, preventing Johnson from controlling successfully.
Inge Karsten working a defensive guard here.
Inge Karsten is pulling down on Johnson's head. It's preventing any offense from Johnson, at least for the moment.

Johnson postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Inge Karsten is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Johnson, into his guard.

Inge Karsten avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Inge Karsten wants to control from the top but Johnson keeps moving.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Inge Karsten trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

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

Johnson is looking for a triangle but Inge Karsten pushes his legs off easily.
Inge Karsten pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Johnson is keeping the position for now.
Johnson is trying to control the position but Inge Karsten postures up.

Inge Karsten thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Inge Karsten trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

Johnson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Inge Karsten gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Inge Karsten tries to free his leg and advance position but Johnson is retaining full guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Inge Karsten passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Inge Karsten wants to lay and pray for a moment but Johnson keeps working.
Johnson is looking to regain half guard here but Inge Karsten keeps moving and retains side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Inge Karsten gets to mount! Johnson was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.

Inge Karsten with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

Inge Karsten wants to finish this one by submission but Johnson is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Inge Karsten.
Johnson is controlling an arm, preventing Inge Karsten from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Arne Inge Karsten dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!

Johnson shoots in looking for a takedown. Inge Karsten tries to sprawl out of it but Johnson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Inge Karsten manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Inge Karsten shoots in for a double leg but Johnson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Johnson fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Inge Karsten drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Johnson defends it well.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Johnson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Inge Karsten.

Johnson throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Inge Karsten was covering up waiting for the punch and Johnson finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Inge Karsten wants to sweep here but Johnson controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson tries to free his leg and advance position but Inge Karsten is retaining full guard.
Johnson trying to control but Inge Karsten is working from the bottom.

Inge Karsten looking for a guillotine here but Johnson defends easily.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Inge Karsten working for a triangle but Johnson defends it easily.
Johnson trying to control the position from guard on top but Inge Karsten is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Arne Inge Karsten has got the better of the ground game so far.
Johnson looking to sit in guard and control but Inge Karsten gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.

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

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

Johnson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Inge Karsten can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Inge Karsten tries to free his leg and advance position but Johnson is retaining full guard.

Inge Karsten drops back looking for a leg! Johnson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Johnson manages to kick Inge Karsten off! Inge Karsten jumps back into Johnson's guard.

Inge Karsten drops back, looking for a kneebar! Johnson looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Johnson looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Johnson!

Johnson is trying to get an arm triangle but Inge Karsten is defending well.

Johnson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Inge Karsten knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Johnson is trying to get an arm triangle but Inge Karsten is defending well.

Johnson wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Inge Karsten, who protects the arm well.
Inge Karsten is looking to reverse the position.
Inge Karsten keeps trying to improve his position.
Inge Karsten is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Johnson off and has taken his back!

Inge Karsten working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
I really don't envy Johnson right now.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Inge Karsten's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.

Inge Karsten is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Johnson knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Johnson for a finish.
Johnson tries to roll but Inge Karsten sticks to his back.

Inge Karsten looking for the RNC.
Johnson manages to reverse the position and now he's in Inge Karsten's guard. Nice work there by Johnson.
Johnson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Johnson advances to half guard.

Johnson seems to be looking for submissions.
Inge Karsten trying to control but Johnson postures up.
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 Karim Johnson 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!

Johnson gets the takedown into side control.

Johnson is trying to get an arm triangle but Inge Karsten is defending well.
Inge Karsten is trying to control Johnson's posture but Johnson avoids it.
Inge Karsten tries to buck Johnson off but Johnson is having none of it.

Johnson wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Inge Karsten, who protects the arm well.
Inge Karsten manages to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson is thwarting Inge Karsten's attempts to control the position.

Johnson 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.

Inge Karsten looking for submissions off his back.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Johnson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Inge Karsten trying to control but Johnson postures up.
Inge Karsten works his way to full guard. Good work.
Johnson advances position into side control!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Inge Karsten tries to improve position but can't.

Johnson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Inge Karsten knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Johnson trying to control the position but Inge Karsten is working away.

Johnson tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.

Johnson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Johnson tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Inge Karsten is looking to regain half guard here but Johnson keeps moving and retains side control.
You can see the frustration on Inge Karsten's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Johnson moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.

Johnson is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Inge Karsten has escaped the position, nice work there.
Inge Karsten is trying to control Johnson's posture but Johnson avoids it.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Inge Karsten is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Johnson off and has taken his back!

Inge Karsten looking for the RNC.

Inge Karsten tightening his grip on Johnson, looking for the choke.
You can see the frustration on Johnson's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.

Johnson defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Inge Karsten gets his hands free as Johnson looks to control.
Johnson breaks Inge Karsten's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.

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 Karim Johnson.
Well Johnson has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Karim Johnson!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
29%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Colin Kaepernick (ranked 2879 p4p, 68 weight class) and Roman Strange (ranked 7482 p4p, 240 weight class). Roman Strange will no doubt be looking to use his reach advantage to good effect.

Kaepernick
vs
Strange

182 cm
20
230 lbs
3 - 0 - 0

200 cm
18
280 lbs
0 - 2 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Dangerous knees
Granite chin

BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
Determined

Organic Nutrition

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Colin Kaepernick!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Roman Strange!
The judges for this bout are Saam Ante, Nard Betker and Patrick Alders.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Strange lands a nice shot to the body.

Kaepernick closes the distance and clinches.
Kaepernick lands a good knee to the midsection. Strange won't want to take too many of those.
Kaepernick connects with a knee to the head.

It looks like Roman Strange has been cut.
Kaepernick unloads a knee to the mid-section. Strange lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Strange looks winded!
Kaepernick using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Kaepernick lands a knee to the head.
Kaepernick landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Stalling in the clinch from Kaepernick.
Kaepernick putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Strange in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kaepernick with a knee to the head.

Strange is rocked!
Kaepernick scores a nice knee to the body.
Kaepernick crunches a lovely knee into Strange's ribcage.
Knees in the clinch landing for Kaepernick.
Strange takes a knee right on the jaw!
Kaepernick lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Strange is still on wobbly legs! Can Kaepernick finish him?
Kaepernick scores with a knee to the head.
Kaepernick lands a huge knee in the clinch and it's knocked Strange out! Massive knee - he's celebrating with his corner and the crowd showing their appreciation!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Colin Kaepernick!
Colin Kaepernick was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Ringz daBell (ranked 5817 p4p, 415 weight class) and Khabib Nurmagomedov (ranked 5059 p4p, 398 weight class). We have two fighters making their debuts here, so let's see who comes out of this one with their first professional victory.

daBell
vs
Nurmagomedov

168 cm
18
145 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

179 cm
18
155 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Basic striking
Intelligent

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter fighter
Solid chin

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 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Ringz daBell!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Khabib Nurmagomedov!
The judges for this bout are Radbod Blank, Paulsen Ambrosius and Wagner Zegers.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
daBell fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nurmagomedov tries to move into range but daBell moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Ringz daBell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nurmagomedov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but daBell moves away.
A combination from daBell does no damage.
daBell catches Nurmagomedov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Nurmagomedov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nurmagomedov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
daBell lands with a right hand.
daBell throws a looping overhand right but Nurmagomedov ducks down to avoid it.
Nice straight punches there by daBell. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of daBell.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A lazy left from Nurmagomedov finds it's target.
Nurmagomedov fails to land the takedown.
daBell thinks about countering with a head kick.
daBell scores with a hook to the body. Nurmagomedov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Nurmagomedov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little feinted left hand from daBell on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ringz daBell is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
daBell lands with a cross.
daBell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nurmagomedov moves away.

Excellent takedown into side control there by Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of short elbows.
Nurmagomedov throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
daBell might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
daBell is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Nurmagomedov is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down daBell's shoulder. That is not cool.
daBell tries to escape but Nurmagomedov is in control.
Nurmagomedov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Nurmagomedov lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nurmagomedov throws a strike aimed at the side of daBell's head but daBell avoids it well.
Nurmagomedov in side control lands a decent elbow.
Nurmagomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but daBell keeps working.
Nurmagomedov working the head and body with strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
daBell on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Nurmagomedov trying to control the position but daBell is working away.
Nurmagomedov tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Nurmagomedov prevents daBell from escaping the position.

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

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nice shot lands for Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Nurmagomedov checks a low kick from daBell.
daBell digs a good hook to Nurmagomedov's body.
Nurmagomedov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and daBell connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Nurmagomedov scrambles back to his feet.
Nurmagomedov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
daBell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.

Nurmagomedov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Nurmagomedov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Nurmagomedov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Nurmagomedov in particular looking to stall.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
daBell is refusing to be controlled, as Nurmagomedov sits in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Nurmagomedov lands a nice short elbow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nurmagomedov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
daBell knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nurmagomedov on the ground.
daBell tries to kick Nurmagomedov off but Nurmagomedov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.

The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
daBell lands with a right hand.
Nurmagomedov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
daBell scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Nurmagomedov throws a lazy uppercut
and daBell counters with a stiff right hand.

Nurmagomedov is rocked!
daBell lands a nice hook to Nurmagomedov's body. Nurmagomedov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ringz daBell dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!

daBell scores with a shot to the body.
Nurmagomedov is still on wobbly legs! Can daBell finish him?
daBell drops Nurmagomedov with a straight right hand, right on the button! daBell follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:10 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ringz daBell!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
48%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between William Regal (ranked 6841 p4p, 574 weight class) and Mick Richards (ranked 3584 p4p, 407 weight class). Both fighters really staring each other down here, as Mick Richards enters the cage!

Regal
vs
Richards

225 cm
25
192 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

185 cm
23
185 lbs
2 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid Muay Thai
Big heart

BJJ Purple Belt
Counter fighter
Determined

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 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, William Regal!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Mick Richards!
The judges for this bout are Nard Betker, Radbod Blank and Saam Ante.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Richards shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Regal napping and manages to drive through into side control!
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Richards trying to control the position but Regal is working away.
Regal is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Regal is not content to let Richards control the position.
Richards connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Regal some visible discomfort.
Regal is pushing Richards's head away, looking to escape. Richards manages to hold on to the position though.
Richards throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Richards trying to control the action but Regal is working from the bottom.
Richards tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Regal on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Richards passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Regal!
Richards looking to control and managing it successfully.
The referee warns Regal that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Richards cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Richards connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Richards lands a big shot there that rocks Regal but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Richards content just to control the position here.
Regal knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Richards on the ground.
It looks like Richards might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Let's hope that Richards has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Richards swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Regal is now in Richards's guard. A big mistake from Richards there, giving up the dominant position!
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!
Regal stopping the sweep attempt from Richards.
Regal is fighting to break Richards's control of his arms but Richards is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.

Richards wriggles free and stands up.
Richards throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Regal shoots in but no luck this time.
Richards swings for the body but Regal moves out of range.
Regal seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Richards shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Regal sprawls well. Regal wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Richards gets slowly back to his feet.
Regal appears to be looking for a big counter.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Regal tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Richards connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Richards lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Regal circles away quickly and effectively.

Regal gets caught napping as Richards dives in and scores a takedown. Regal manages to retain guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Richards showing good wrestling skills to control the position.

Richards stands up from Regal's guard - Richards perhaps looking for a knockout.
Richards ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Regal defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Richards.
Richards tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Regal defends well and Richards ends up having to push Regal into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mick Richards dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Richards closes this distance looking for a takedown but Regal circles away.
Regal showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Richards.
Regal stuffs the takedown attempt from Richards. Richards gets slowly back to his feet.
Horrible takedown attempt by Richards or perhaps it was just good defense by Regal, which made it look bad.
William Regal has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mick Richards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch combination from Richards misses.

That's one minute gone in the round.
A left and a right from Richards both land. Nice combination.
Regal uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Richards.

Richards gets a takedown into half guard.

Regal has one foot on Richards's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
We've been informed that Richards has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.

Richards drives through with a takedown into guard.
Mick Richards has got the better of the ground game so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Regal wants to stand and escape but Richards is having none of it.
Richards missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Richards looking to control the position here, rather than advance.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Regal keeping moving, preventing Richards from controlling successfully.

Richards stands and steps away. Regal gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Richards throws a right and a left that Regal avoids nicely.
Regal appears to be looking for a big counter.
Regal goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Regal has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Regal there as he acknowledges the shot.
Regal will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Richards closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Richards lands in his opponent's guard.

Regal kicks Richards off and gets to his feet.
Richards throws a body punch but Regal moves out of range.
Richards uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Regal.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Richards scores with a crisp jab that stopped Regal in his tracks.
Regal avoids the body shot from Richards.
Regal seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Richards scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Regal moves out of range of the strikes.
Richards has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Regal keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice defenses there by Regal.
Richards tries to score a power double leg takedown but Regal sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Richards somewhat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Mick Richards will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!

Richards shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Regal manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Richards is standing up over Regal. Regal looks to escape but Richards dives into side control.
Regal really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.

Richards trying to control the action but Regal is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Regal is letting Richards control him for a moment.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Richards misses with the ground and pound.
Richards has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Richards throwing strikes but Regal manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!

Richards explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
William Regal is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.

Richards shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Regal's guard.

Regal manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Richards wants a takedown.
Richards can't get the takedown.
Richards wants a takedown.
William Regal has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mick Richards.

Richards's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Regal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Horrible takedown attempt by Richards or perhaps it was just good defense by Regal, which made it look bad.
Regal is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Richards will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Sloppy strikes from Richards. Those never looked like landing.
Regal changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Richards tries to avoid it but Regal manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Richards to the ground. Richards escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Richards shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Regal sprawls well. Regal wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Richards gets slowly back to his feet.
Regal is looking for a counter combo.
Mick Richards seems to be getting the better of the standup.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Richards scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Richards fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Richards lands with a good body shot.
Richards punishes Regal's body with a nice straight punch.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Regal takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Some wild striking there from Richards.
Regal appears to be looking for a big counter.
Regal works over Richards's head and body with a nice combination.
Richards ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
William Regal has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mick Richards is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Richards falls off balance throwing a combination
and Regal counters with a nice leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mick Richards comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Richards 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:30
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mick Richards!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
46%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Patrick Bower (ranked 6512 p4p, 451 weight class) and Lars Bullock (ranked 6497 p4p, 450 weight class). I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!

Bower
vs
Bullock

199 cm
18
220 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

197 cm
24
273 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
Very quick

BJJ White Belt
Solid Muay Thai
Tends to cut

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 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Patrick Bower!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Lars Bullock!
The judges for this bout are Saam Ante, Wagner Zegers and Radbod Blank.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bower 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.
Bullock takes a body punch but keeps moving.

Bullock moves into the clinch.
Bower prevents a body shot from Bullock.
Bower is trying to force a seperation but Bullock has the dominant position.
Bower is trying to push Bullock away but Bullock has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Bullock controlling the action here for a moment.

Bullock successfully pulls guard.
Bower pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bullock is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Bullock throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Bullock is looking to stand up but Bower isn't so interested in that idea.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bullock keeping moving, preventing Bower from controlling successfully.
Bullock looking for a sweep. Not yet Bullock, not yet.
Bullock seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.

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

Bullock working for a triangle but Bower defends it easily.
Bower wants to stand but Bullock has a closed guard, so he can't escape.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bullock is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.

Bullock decides to return to a standing position.
A jab lands there for Bower.
Bower throws a shot to the body.

Bullock moves into the clinch.

Bullock lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.

Bullock stands up and beckons Bower to join him on the feet.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Bullock moves into the clinch.
Bullock stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Bullock swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bower is trying to force a seperation but Bullock has the dominant position.

Bullock manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Bullock pulls Bower in close to prevent any damage.
Bullock looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bower definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Bullock has control of Bower's left arm, preventing Bower from doing any damage.

The fighters are working up against the cage. Bullock manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bower looking to stall.

Bullock ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Bullock no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Bullock lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.

Bower bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bullock's guard.

The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!

Bullock has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Bower is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Bullock leaning his opponent against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Bower's face as he tries to break the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lars Bullock dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.

Bower displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Bullock.
Bower appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.

Bullock has closed the distance and engaged Bower in a clinch.
Bullock using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.

Bullock's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bullock fails with the takedown
and Bower connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bullock fails with the takedown.
Patrick Bower has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lars Bullock.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bower throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bower connects with a body shot.
Bower comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bullock dives in and grabs Bower's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bower pushes down on Bullock's head and hops out.
Nice straight punches there by Bower. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bower.
We've been informed that Bullock has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Bullock has his takedown stuffed
and Bower counters with a nice uppercut.
Bower digs a good hook to Bullock's body.
Bower cracks a nice hook into Bullock's ribs.
Bower changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.

Excellent takedown into side control there by Bullock.
Bullock is breathing heavily.
Bower tries to bench press Bullock off him but Bullock keeps the position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bullock controlling the position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bower tries to improve position but can't.
Bower is being controlled here.
Bullock's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
You can see the frustration on Bower's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.

Bullock has hold of Bower's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Bower tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Bullock cranks the arm and Bower screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Bower, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Lars Bullock!
In defeat, Patrick Bower stepped up to the mic, saying 'This was a good lesson. I will work hard to get better and better each day. I'll be back!'.

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A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
46%

Main event

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Israel Montanyo (ranked 3872 p4p, 335 weight class) and Lochlan Grant (ranked 5198 p4p, 414 weight class). Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!

Montanyo
vs
Grant

196 cm
25
265 lbs
2 - 0 - 0

183 cm
25
270 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
Very quick

BJJ Brown Belt
Basic striking
Determined

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Israel Montanyo!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Lochlan Grant!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Blasius, Paulsen Ambrosius and Saam Ante.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Montanyo, as that shot connected.

It looks like Lochlan Grant has been cut.
Montanyo misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Montanyo definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Montanyo lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Grant circles away quickly and effectively.
Montanyo looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A punch combination from Montanyo misses.
Grant wants to counter with a clinch but Montanyo pushes him away.
No joy there for Montanyo, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Grant tries to counter by closing the distance.
Israel Montanyo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Grant misses with a hook.
Montanyo rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Grant moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Montanyo displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Montanyo misses the jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Montanyo throws a nice looking combination but Grant bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Montanyo swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Montanyo just misses with a punch to the body.
Grant thows a left - swing and a miss!

Grant has taken the fight to the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Grant.
Grant misses with a punch on the inside.
Grant misses with a body punch.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Montanyo blocks a punch to the side of the head.

Grant pulls guard effortlessly.
Grant bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Montanyo's guard.

The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Grant drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Grant jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Grant slips nicely into half guard.

Grant maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Montanyo could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Grant has cracked it and Montanyo is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Grant!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Lochlan Grant!
Israel Montanyo was interviewed post fight and said 'You know, it is what it is. I lost. I'll be back.'.