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Undercard bout

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Geowanny Velasco (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Brain Edwards (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Velasco
vs
Edwards

179 cm
18
160 lbs
1 - 2 - 0

180 cm
23
163 lbs
0 - 2 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Brawler
Granite chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid Muay Thai
Solid chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Geowanny Velasco!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Brain Edwards!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Robert Douchet and Ian Loll.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Velasco misses with an uppercut. Edwards saw that one coming.
Velasco digs a good hook to Edwards's body.
Velasco fails with an attempt to clinch.
Velasco takes a swing at Edwards's ribcage but misses.
Velasco looks to land a combination but Edwards avoids it well.
Edwards is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Edwards dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Velasco. That did some damage!
Horrible takedown by Edwards or perhaps it was just good defense by Velasco which made him look bad.
Edwards misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Left hook, right uppercut from Velasco.

It looks like Brain Edwards has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Edwards avoids a punch combination nicely.
Velasco is looking to take this fight into the clinch.

Edwards bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Velasco is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Velasco is working hard here to advance position.
Velasco sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Edwards winds up and cracks Velasco with a swinging punch to the side of the head.

Edwards is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Velasco doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Edwards.
Edwards trying to control the action but Velasco is working from the bottom.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Velasco wants to control but Edwards is keeping busy.
Velasco is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Velasco is trying to maintain the position but Edwards is very close to passing his half guard.
Velasco wants to get back to full guard.

Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Velasco stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Velasco wants it to stay on the feet.
Geowanny Velasco has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brain Edwards.
A punch combination from Velasco misses.
Velasco misses with a double jab.
Geowanny Velasco seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Velasco is looking to clinch.
A jab lands there for Edwards.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Velasco throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Velasco is breathing heavily.
Edwards tries to score a power double leg takedown but Velasco sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Edwards somewhat.
Velasco looks to land a left hand but Edwards moved out of range nicely.
Velasco throws a right hand that Edwards ducks under and follows up with a left that Edwards also avoids with ease.
Velasco misses with the combination.
Velasco goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Edwards is trying hard to land a takedown here. Velasco sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Velasco thuds a left hand into Edwards's body.
Velasco misses with a two punch combination.
Velasco misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.

Edwards decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Edwards is thwarting Velasco's attempts to control the position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Edwards prevents Velasco from improving his position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Edwards trying to control the action but Velasco is working from the bottom.
Edwards thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Edwards is pressing down on Velasco's thigh, looking to free his foot. Velasco is holding on for now.
Velasco wants to improve his position but Edwards is controlling well.
Velasco is not content to let Edwards control the position.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.

Edwards is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Velasco sees it coming and defends easily.
Velasco is trying to stand up here but Edwards is controlling him well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geowanny Velasco dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Brain Edwards's cut.
That's time! Velasco's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Velasco throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Edwards fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Velasco avoids it really well and circles away.
Velasco lands a right hook to the body.
Velasco bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Edwards's head backwards.
A punch combination from Velasco misses.
No luck for Edwards with that takedown attempt.
Velasco tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Edwards shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Velasco as he avoids it easily.
Geowanny Velasco has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brain Edwards.
Velasco misses with a jab, cross combination.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Velasco looks to land a combination but Edwards avoids it well.
Velasco punishes Edwards's body with a nice straight punch.
Velasco is looking to wear down Edwards with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.

Velasco drives through and clinches with Edwards against the cage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Velasco.
Velasco is trying to drag Edwards to the mat but Edwards just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Velasco tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Velasco has a couple of punches blocked by Edwards.
Velasco changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Edwards fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Velasco throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A head kick from Edwards lands but Velasco takes it in his stride.
Velasco scores with a decent looking hook.
Edwards showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Velasco.
Velasco keeps the fight on the outside.

Edwards shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Velasco is trying to defend but Edwards finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Velasco trying to control but Edwards postures up.
Velasco knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Edwards on the ground.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Edwards is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Velasco has managed to free his arm - good work.
Velasco on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Velasco tries to get out of the position.
Velasco wants to improve his position but Edwards is controlling well.
Edwards is keen to just control but Velasco is a slippery customer.
Velasco regains full guard. Nicely done.
Velasco wants to sweep but no luck.
Edwards stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Velasco swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Velasco is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Edwards looking to sit in guard and control but Velasco gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Velasco stopping the sweep attempt from Edwards.
Edwards wants to stand up but Velasco is controlling him.
Velasco scoring with some ground and pound.

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.
Velasco wants to control from the top but Edwards keeps moving.
Velasco throws and elbow that misses. Edwards uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Velasco's guard. Nice move by Edwards!
Velasco wants to sweep but no luck.
Velasco is trying to keep Edwards in close.
Velasco looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Velasco has a closed guard, preventing Edwards from standing up.
Edwards stopping the sweep attempt from Velasco.
Velasco is trying to control the position but Edwards postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Geowanny Velasco dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Brain Edwards's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!

Horrible takedown by Edwards or perhaps it was just good defense by Velasco which made him look bad.
Velasco fails to land with a series of punches.
Velasco thuds a left hand into Edwards's body.
Geowanny Velasco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Velasco misses with a wild combination.
Velasco throws a series of punches but Edwards avoids them all with ease.
Velasco throws a right and a left that Edwards avoids nicely.
Velasco swings for the body but Edwards moves out of range.
Velasco tries to clinch up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Edwards doesn't manage to clinch there - Velasco circles away.
Velasco throws a series of punches but Edwards moves out of range.
Velasco will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Geowanny Velasco is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice sprawl there from Velasco as Edwards shoots in.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Velasco misses with a jab, cross combination.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Edwards.
Geowanny Velasco has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brain Edwards.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Edwards.
Velasco closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Velasco throws a one two combo.
Edwards throws a leg kick which misses Velasco's front leg but catches the back leg as Velasco tries to avoid it.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Edwards.
Velasco throws a leg kick

so Edwards counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Velasco trying to control the position.
Edwards preventing the sweep.
Brain Edwards has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Velasco has his hands on Edwards's head, controlling the position.

Edwards drops back looking for a leg! Velasco is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Velasco manages to kick Edwards off! Edwards jumps back into Velasco's guard.
Edwards trying to stand up but can't free himself from Velasco's guard.
Velasco working a defensive guard here.
Edwards stopping the sweep attempt from Velasco.
Edwards postures up.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Velasco fails to land with a series of punches.
No joy there for Velasco, who threw a few shots but didn't land.

Edwards shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Edwards showed some decent athleticism there.

Edwards is trying for a kimura here. Velasco looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Edwards wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:39 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Brain Edwards!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
69%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between John Marshall (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Christian Hammersmith (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Hammersmith is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by The Time - Jungle Love. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Marshall
vs
Hammersmith

192 cm
22
270 lbs
2 - 3 - 0

191 cm
22
245 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

Good wrestling
Basic striking
Good chin

BJJ White Belt
Solid Muay Thai
Solid chin

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 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, John Marshall!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Christian Hammersmith!
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, William Peck and Yves DeLean.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nice sprawl there from Hammersmith as Marshall shoots in.
Hammersmith lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Marshall circles away quickly and effectively.
Marshall misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Marshall swats away the attempt to clinch by Hammersmith.

Marshall shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Marshall showed some decent athleticism there.
Marshall performing his best blanket impression for a moment.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Hammersmith is trying to maintain the position but Marshall is very close to passing his half guard.
Marshall slows the pace down in half guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Marshall not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Marshall has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Marshall controlling from mount.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hammersmith wants to get back to his feet.
Marshall looking to control and managing it successfully.

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.
Hammersmith tries to lock up and control but Marshall gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Marshall content just to control the position here.

The referee stands the fighters back up. John Marshall just wasn't active enough from the dominant position.
No luck for Marshall with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Marshall. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

Hammersmith gets caught flat footed, as Marshall shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Hammersmith tries to close the distance and clinch up but Marshall swats him away and circles back towards the center.

Marshall shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Hammersmith manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Marshall scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Marshall trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Marshall controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Marshall postures up in Hammersmith's guard and throws a big left but Hammersmith blocks it.
Marshall is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hammersmith keeping full guard, as Marshall tries to pass.
Marshall looking to control the position here, rather than advance.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Marshall's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Marshall trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Marshall lands a couple of digs.
Hammersmith is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Marshall is controlling him.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Marshall stays in close to Hammersmith's body and controls the position.
Marshall looking to pass the guard.
Hammersmith keeping moving, preventing Marshall from controlling successfully.

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.
Marshall showing good wrestling skills to control the position.

The referee stands the fighters back up. John Marshall just wasn't active enough from the dominant position.
Marshall shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hammersmith fails with an attempt to clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hammersmith tries to close the distance and clinch but Marshall swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hammersmith is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Hammersmith is looking to clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

John Marshall dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!

Marshall fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Marshall fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Marshall shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hammersmith sprawls well. Hammersmith wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Marshall gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Marshall. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice takedown defense from Hammersmith. No joy for Marshall on that attempt.
Marshall shoots in for a takedown but Hammersmith shows good takedown defense.
Hammersmith misses with a series of wild punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Marshall shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Hammersmith won't allow Marshall to pass to mount.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Marshall seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Marshall prevents Hammersmith from standing back up.
Marshall could do with loosing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Hammersmith wants to control the action here but instead Marshall manages to pass to full mount!
Marshall sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Christian Hammersmith has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

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.
Marshall trying to control but Hammersmith is having none of it.
Marshall throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Hammersmith because Marshall loaded up on that one.
Marshall takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Marshall throwing strikes but Hammersmith bucks up and reverses the position. He's now in guard on top.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Marshall is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Marshall wants to pass the guard but Hammersmith is keeping the position.
Hammersmith working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Marshall.
Marshall won't allow Hammersmith to sweep him here.
Hammersmith is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Marshall is controlling him.
Marshall controls from within his opponent's guard.

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.
Marshall passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Marshall lands a nice forearm strike.
John Marshall is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Marshall takes advantage of some sloppy striking from Hammersmith to pass into mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
John Marshall showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Marshall, 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 Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Peck scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 30:27

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

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
18%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Matt Stone (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and GiganticBlack Dick (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Matt Stone has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Stone
vs
Dick

170 cm
18
160 lbs
2 - 2 - 0

190 cm
18
155 lbs
1 - 2 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Solid boxing
Cuts easily

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Enjoys gardening

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 2 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Matt Stone!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, GiganticBlack Dick!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Trevor Gratis and William Peck.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dick shoots in but no luck this time.
Stone scores with a jab to the body.
Stone tried to score with a low kick but Dick checks it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Dick.
Stone bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dick's head backwards.
Dick takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Dick will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Matt Stone has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of GiganticBlack Dick.
Stone misses with a series of wild punches.
Dick fails in his attempt to clinch.
Dick shoots for a takedown but Stone saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Dick tries for a takedown but Stone sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Dick looks gassed!
Stone scores with a jab to the body.
Stone throws a right and a left that Dick avoids nicely.
Stone lands with a nice combination. Dick backs away looking to recover.
GiganticBlack Dick seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stone throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Stone cracks Dick with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.

Dick is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Stone connects with a jab, followed by a picture perfect straight right that sends Dick to the canvas, out cold! What a finish by Stone!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Matt Stone!

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 heavyweight MMA rules bout between Mark Omaly (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Rob Barrington (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Omaly comes to the cage accompanied by Outside - To Forgive but not Forget . There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.

Omaly
vs
Barrington

190 cm
20
240 lbs
3 - 2 - 0

195 cm
22
275 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

Good wrestling
Basic striking
Good in bed

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Tends to cut

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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 3 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Mark Omaly!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Rob Barrington!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Robert Douchet and William Peck.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Omaly gets a takedown into half guard.

Omaly is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Omaly seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Barrington does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Omaly wants to pass to mount but Barrington is defending the position.
Barrington is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Barrington looks like he's trying to stand up.
Omaly is keen to just control but Barrington is a slippery customer.

Omaly is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Barrington has managed to free his arm - good work.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Barrington is looking to escape.

The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.

Omaly closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Omaly lands in his opponent's guard.
Omaly looking to pass the guard.
Omaly is working hard here to advance position.
Barrington keeping moving, preventing Omaly from controlling successfully.
Barrington wants to stand up but Omaly is controlling him.
Omaly trying to control the position from guard on top but Barrington is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Omaly is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Barrington is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Omaly has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Omaly won't allow Barrington to get back to his feet.
Barrington is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.

Omaly 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.
Barrington working a defensive guard here.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Barrington can do anything to dispel that myth.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Omaly taking a bit of punishment here - Barrington scoring with strikes.
You can see the frustration on Omaly's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Barrington lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Omaly is trying to improve his position.
Barrington working the head and body with strikes.
Barrington working the head and body with strikes.
Omaly is looking to reverse the position.
Barrington wants to lay and pray for a moment but Omaly keeps working.
Barrington works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Omaly manages to work his way to half guard, despite Barrington's best efforts.

Omaly actively working from the bottom here.
Omaly is breathing heavily.
Barrington wants to control but Omaly is keeping him busy.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Omaly avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Barrington.
Barrington not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Omaly wants to get back to full guard.
Barrington lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Omaly is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.

Barrington is working for a kimura but Omaly is defending it quite comfortably.
Barrington moves nicely into side control.
Omaly can't do much from the bottom here.
Omaly manages to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Rob Barrington will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!

Barrington throws a series of punches but Omaly moves out of range.

Omaly decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Barrington tries to kick Omaly off but Omaly keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Omaly works his foot free and advances to mount.

Omaly jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Barrington manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Omaly trying to control the position but Barrington is working away.

Omaly tries for a kimura but Barrington is defending well.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Barrington tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Omaly wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Omaly wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Barrington, who protects the arm well.
Barrington is not content to let Omaly control the position.

Omaly is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Barrington has escaped the position, nice work there.

Omaly tries for a kimura but Barrington is defending well.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Omaly here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.

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.
Omaly prevents Barrington from escaping the position.

Omaly working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.

Omaly is trying to get an arm triangle but Barrington is defending well.
Omaly postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Omaly working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Barrington gets back to half guard.
Barrington is holding on to half guard well.
Omaly seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Barrington does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Omaly missing with the ground and pound from half guard.

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.
Omaly looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.

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

Barrington is defending against the submission attempts here by Omaly.
The fighters are battling for position here. Barrington manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Barrington is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mark Omaly dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!

Omaly throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Barrington was covering up waiting for the punch and Omaly finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Omaly wants to pass the guard but Barrington is keeping the position.
Omaly prevents Barrington from getting back to his feet.
Omaly looking to pass the guard.
Mark Omaly overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Omaly trying to control but Barrington is working from the bottom.
Barrington takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Omaly is really struggling to control Barrington but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Omaly stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Barrington swivels though and keeps the full guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Omaly drops back, looking for a kneebar! Barrington looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Barrington looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Barrington!
Barrington connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Omaly some visible discomfort.
Omaly takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Barrington tries to score with some ground and pound. Omaly controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Omaly manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Omaly wants to pass the guard but Barrington is defending well.

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

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Omaly looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Barrington wants to get back to his feet.
Omaly is looking to take a break and control but Barrington is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Barrington wants to control but Omaly is keeping busy.
Omaly controlling the action here.

Omaly is working for a submission of some sort.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Barrington is defending against the submission attempts here by Omaly.
Omaly is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Barrington reverses the position - he's now on top in Omaly's guard.
Omaly not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.

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.
Barrington trying to control but Omaly is working from the bottom.
Barrington postures up.
Barrington won't allow Omaly to sweep him here.
Barrington is looking to work some ground and pound but Omaly has wrist control.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Barrington fails with the takedown

and Omaly counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Barrington keeping moving, preventing Omaly from controlling successfully.

Omaly 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Omaly prevents Barrington from getting back to his feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mark Omaly showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Omaly 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:28
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Peck scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mark Omaly!

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C
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energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
30%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Hugh Matthews (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Carwin Brock (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Brock has chosen Elephant Man - Haters (feat Hunt & Jim Jones) as his entrance music. Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!

Matthews
vs
Brock

172 cm
21
180 lbs
3 - 3 - 0

190 cm
23
170 lbs
5 - 1 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Brawler
Good in bed

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter striker
Knockout power

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 Montreal, Hugh Matthews!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Carwin Brock!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Ian Loll and Trevor Gratis.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Brock leaves Matthews with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Matthews misses with a looping left.
Brock is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Matthews swats away the attempt to clinch by Brock.
Matthews tries to clinch up.
A nice inside leg kick there by Brock. That's going to slow Matthews down.
Matthews tries to clinch but Brock moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brock lands a monster head kick that reverborates around the arena! The crowd goes wild as Matthews crumples to the floor! Brock milks the crowd's applause and if that isn't knockout of the night, I will be very surprised!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Carwin Brock!

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C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
28%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Mauricio Rua (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kent Scott (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Mauricio Rua is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.

Rua
vs
Scott

183 cm
22
212 lbs
2 - 2 - 0

190 cm
19
215 lbs
2 - 1 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter striker
KO power

BJJ Purple Belt
Decent boxing
Granite chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the light heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 2 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Mauricio Rua!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Kent Scott!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Elvis Blanc and Dillan Fox.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Scott lands a nice looking body shot.

Scott lands a left and a right that send Rua crashing to the mat, dazed. Scott thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!

It looks like Mauricio Rua has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scott throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Rua stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.

Scott lands a left and a right that send Rua crashing to the mat, dazed. Scott thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!

Rua is rocked!
Rua is breathing heavily.
Scott scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rua doesn't seem bothered though.
Scott throws a shot to the body.
Scott works Rua's body with a nice hook.

Scott lands a big right hand that sends Rua crashing to the mat! Scott stays standing though and waves Rua back to his feet!
Oh Rua is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Scott is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Rua rather than just go for the knockout.
Rua takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Rua takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Rua seems to have got his legs back now.
Scott connects with a nice cross there... Rua is looking wobbly and Scott recognises it - he's rushed in and lands two more brutal shots that send Rua to the canvas, out cold! A brutal finish to the fight - Scott jumps onto the cage to celebrate with the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Kent Scott!
Kent Scott is the new light heavyweight champion!

C
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C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Benson Henderson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Mike Tyson Jr (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Mike Tyson Jr acknowledges the crowd's support as he enters the cage.

Henderson
vs
Tyson Jr

175 cm
22
164 lbs
3 - 2 - 0

178 cm
27
178 lbs
8 - 3 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter striker
Granite chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent boxer
Heavy handed

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the welterweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 3 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Benson Henderson!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 8 - 3 - 0, fighting out of New York, Mike Tyson Jr!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Ian Loll and Dillan Fox.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tyson Jr stuffs the takedown.
Tyson Jr leaves Henderson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Tyson Jr misses with a wild combination.
Henderson shoots in for a double leg but Tyson Jr sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Benson Henderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tyson Jr slaps away a takedown attempt from Henderson, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A clash of legs there as Henderson blocks the low kick.
Tyson Jr throws a series of punches but Henderson moves out of range.
Henderson tries to clinch but Tyson Jr is having none of it.
Tyson Jr leaves Henderson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tyson Jr throws a series of punches but Henderson avoids them all with ease.
Tyson Jr fails to land with a series of punches.
Tyson Jr scores with a nice head shot.

It looks like Benson Henderson has been cut.
Henderson fails with a takedown attempt.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Tyson Jr lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Henderson is breathing heavily.
Tyson Jr lands with a right that hurts Henderson. Henderson looks to clinch but Tyson Jr throws a short knee that drops Henderson. This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch and Knee). Mike Tyson Jr!
Mike Tyson Jr is the new welterweight champion!

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C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
75%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Roycio Gracie (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kaz Shiroma (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Shiroma has chosen Enter The Ninja as his entrance music. Roycio Gracie has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Gracie
vs
Shiroma

190 cm
21
190 lbs
7 - 2 - 0

185 cm
27
195 lbs
12 - 2 - 0

Good takedowns
Basic striking
Granite chin

BJJ Purple Belt
Decent boxing
Heavy handed

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the middleweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 7 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Roycio Gracie!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 12 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Kaz Shiroma!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Robert Douchet and Dillan Fox.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gracie tries to clinch there but Shiroma circles away.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Shiroma misses with a series of wild punches.
Gracie throws a nice looking combination but Shiroma bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Nice takedown defense from Shiroma. No joy for Gracie on that attempt.
Nice takedown defense from Shiroma. No joy for Gracie on that attempt.
Shiroma's corner calls for a 1,2 combination and Shiroma duly obliges.

It looks like Roycio Gracie has been cut.
A solid leg kick lands there for Shiroma.
Roycio Gracie seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Some wild striking there from Shiroma.
Shiroma tries to bum rush Gracie with a series of wild strikes but Gracie uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Gracie on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Gracie changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Shiroma tries to avoid it but Gracie manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Shiroma to the ground. Shiroma escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roycio Gracie. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Gracie moves into the clinch.

Shiroma pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.

Shiroma drops Gracie with a beautiful combination! Gracie stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Shiroma is looking for the KO!

Gracie is rocked!
Gracie is breathing heavily.
Shiroma stuffs the takedown.
Shiroma throws a head kick that misses.
Shiroma flashes Gracie a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. Gracie's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. Gracie crumples to the floor! He's out cold! Shiroma punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kaz Shiroma!
Kaz Shiroma is the new middleweight champion!

C
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C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Main event

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Carlos Quintero (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Cain Velasquez (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Cain Velasquez has the eye of the tiger tonight.

Quintero
vs
Velasquez

200 cm
24
280 lbs
5 - 0 - 0

185 cm
22
250 lbs
4 - 2 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Solid boxing
Granite chin

BJJ White Belt
Decent boxing
Determined

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 5 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Carlos Quintero!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Cain Velasquez!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Yves DeLean and Ian Loll.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A combination from Quintero does no damage.
Velasquez showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Quintero.
Quintero misses with a double jab.
Quintero scores with a sloppy right hand. Velasquez should have avoided that one.
Velasquez avoids the head kick by Quintero.
Velasquez scores with a jab to the jaw.
Velasquez should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
A punch combination from Velasquez misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Velasquez. Quintero does a little dance to reset his feet.
Quintero takes a swing at Velasquez's ribcage but misses.
Quintero uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Velasquez.

Quintero drives through and clinches with Velasquez against the cage.
A knee to the head by Quintero.

It looks like Cain Velasquez has been cut.
Quintero working Velasquez over with knees to the body.
Velasquez looks gassed!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Quintero lands a good knee to the midsection. Velasquez won't want to take too many of those.
A short body shot lands from Quintero as the two fighters clinch.
Quintero working Velasquez over with knees to the body.
Quintero works on Velasquez's body with a couple of short punches.
Quintero working Velasquez over with knees to the body.
A right handed body shot lands from Quintero.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Quintero lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Quintero scores with a shot to the side of Velasquez's head.
Quintero is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Quintero lands a left hand.
Quintero putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Velasquez in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
A short uppercut from Quintero.
Quintero lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Quintero lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Quintero scores with a nice short uppercut.
Quintero lands a knee to the head.
Quintero landing some nice looking knees to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Quintero lands a body punch in the clinch.
Quintero lands a body shot in the clinch.
Quintero with a knee to the head.
Quintero is leaning against Velasquez and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Quintero landing knees to the body.
Quintero lands a damaging elbow.
Velasquez can't break the clinch.
Quintero connects with a nasty looking knee right to Velasquez's face.
Quintero scores a nice knee to the body.
Quintero unloads a knee to the mid-section. Velasquez lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.

Quintero works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.

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

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Quintero wants to control from the top but Velasquez keeps moving.
Quintero pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Velasquez is keeping the position for now.

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

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Quintero trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Velasquez working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Quintero.
Quintero pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Velasquez is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Nice jab there from Quintero.
Cain Velasquez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Quintero ducks under a wild hook from Velasquez.
Quintero steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Velasquez.
Quintero throws a right and a left that Velasquez avoids nicely.
Quintero swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Carlos Quintero seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.

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

Quintero pushes Velasquez up against the cage in a clinch.
Quintero connects with a knee to the head.

Quintero jumps guard.
Quintero is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Velasquez tries to stand but Quintero is controlling from the bottom.
Velasquez really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Quintero. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Quintero looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carlos Quintero dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Cain Velasquez's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!

Velasquez just misses with a punch to the body.
Quintero throws a combination that misses
and Velasquez counters with a right hand to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Velasquez 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Velasquez throws a right and a left that both miss.
Carlos Quintero is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Velasquez misses with a wild combination.
Quintero moves in looking to clinch but Velasquez pushes him off.
Velasquez throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Velasquez throws a looping overhand right but Quintero ducks down to avoid it.
Quintero tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Velasquez was well out of range. Poor timing from Quintero.
Velasquez is breathing heavily.
Quintero looks to land a right hand but Velasquez moved out of range.
Velasquez takes one to the chin there.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Quintero loads up on a big right hand but Velasquez slips the punch.
Velasquez scores with a body shot.
Quintero bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Quintero is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Velasquez.
Quintero shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Velasquez defends it nicely.
Quintero throws a combination. Velasquez tries to block but a couple of punches get through.

Quintero closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Quintero lands in his opponent's guard.
Quintero postures up in Velasquez's guard and throws a big left but Velasquez blocks it.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Quintero stands and throws Velasquez's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Quintero is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Velasquez can do to turn this around?
Quintero tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
The ground and pound from Quintero seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.

Quintero thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Velasquez is not content to let Quintero control the position.
Quintero 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.

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

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Quintero is trying to get an arm triangle but Velasquez is defending well.

Quintero thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.

Quintero tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Quintero has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Sloppy strikes there by Quintero.
Quintero in side control, throwing shots but Velasquez defends.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Quintero throwing strikes but missing, from side control.

Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Quintero shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Velasquez pinned against the cage. Velasquez gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Velasquez lands a nice looking body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carlos Quintero dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Cain Velasquez's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!

Quintero lands with a slapping head kick.
Velasquez lands an overhand right.
Quintero takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Velasquez misses the body punch
and Quintero counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Quintero fails to land with a series of punches.
Quintero has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Quintero there as he acknowledges the shot.
Velasquez ducks under a wild hook from Quintero.
Quintero tries to clinch but Velasquez moves out of range.
Quintero bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Quintero swinging wildly here.
A slow jab from Velasquez misses its intended target.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Velasquez throws a nice looking combination but Quintero bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Quintero shoots in looking for a takedown. Velasquez tries to sprawl out of it but Quintero keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Velasquez manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Quintero is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Velasquez rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Quintero moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Quintero rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Velasquez moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Velasquez connects with a right hand. Quintero shakes it off.
Velasquez swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Quintero paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Quintero throws a jab when Velasquez was well out of range.

Quintero clinches with his opponent.
Velasquez's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Carlos Quintero has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Velasquez takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Quintero working Velasquez over with knees to the body.
Nice body punch from Quintero.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A body shot lands from Quintero.
Quintero comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Quintero lands a right hand.

Quintero lands a big knee from the Thai clinch and Velasquez goes down hard! The ref takes a good look at him but he's still defending himself. Quintero in side control.

Velasquez is rocked!

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Carlos Quintero!
Carlos Quintero retains his heavyweight title!