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MMA Night Dec 28th PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Poopoo McPeepee (ranked 4381 p4p, 168 weight class) and Tylonal Jones (ranked 3755 p4p, 74 weight class). Jones is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Rubber band man. Poopoo McPeepee has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.
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240 lbs
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BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
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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
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Poopoo McPeepee!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Tylonal Jones!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Colin Fotheringham and Sam Margolis.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McPeepee doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jones dips to his left and cracks McPeepee with an uppercut!
No luck with that takedown attempt from McPeepee.
Jones misses with a combination
and McPeepee counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Jones wants to sweep here but McPeepee controlling him for the moment.
Jones is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
McPeepee is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
McPeepee advances to half guard.
McPeepee thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Jones's head.
McPeepee 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.
Jones wants to get back to full guard.
McPeepee content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
That's one minute gone in the round.
McPeepee is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Jones is trying to maintain the position but McPeepee is very close to passing his half guard.
McPeepee not doing much here.
Jones wants to control but McPeepee is keeping busy and won't allow it.
McPeepee lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
McPeepee sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jones defending well though.
McPeepee controlling the action here.
Jones on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Well, if McPeepee is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
McPeepee will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
McPeepee is looking for a kimura but Jones is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for McPeepee to get the leverage.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
McPeepee performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
McPeepee thows a huge punch but Jones dodges it nicely.
McPeepee content to control rather than advance.
McPeepee missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
McPeepee looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Jones with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
McPeepee with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
McPeepee wants to control but Jones is keeping him busy.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
McPeepee is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Jones is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Jones wants to improve his position but McPeepee is controlling well.
McPeepee wants to take a breather but Jones is having none of it.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
McPeepee tries to bum rush Jones with a series of wild strikes but Jones uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Jones stuffs the takedown attempt from McPeepee. McPeepee gets slowly back to his feet.
Jones falls off balance throwing a combination
and McPeepee counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by McPeepee.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McPeepee trying to control the position from guard on top but Jones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jones can't keep his opponent in guard - McPeepee advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Poopoo McPeepee dominated that round.
That's time! McPeepee's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Jones swinging wildly here.
Jones has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as McPeepee is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Jones throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jones thuds a left hand into McPeepee's body.
Jones defends well against a solid takedown attempt from McPeepee.
Left hook, right uppercut from Jones.
It looks like Poopoo McPeepee has been cut.
Poopoo McPeepee is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jones throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McPeepee fails with a takedown attempt.
McPeepee fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Poopoo McPeepee. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick misses from Jones.
McPeepee half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Jones doesn't manage to clinch there - McPeepee circles away.
Jones tries to clinch there but McPeepee circles away.
Jones throws a right and a left that both miss.
As Jones backs away, McPeepee returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Jones misses with a double jab
and McPeepee counters with a nice double leg into side control. Jones won't be happy with that.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A bit of a lull in the action here.
McPeepee controlling from side mount.
McPeepee trying to control the position but Jones is working away.
Jones takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
McPeepee controlling the position.
McPeepee in side control lands a decent elbow.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
McPeepee scores with a couple of short elbows.
McPeepee tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no McPeepee has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Poopoo McPeepee overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
McPeepee is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Jones is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
McPeepee has knee on belly and moves into mount.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
McPeepee lands with some strikes.
McPeepee pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Jones really doesn't want to stay on the ground with McPeepee. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
McPeepee controlling from mount.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Jones can do anything to dispel that myth.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
McPeepee with a couple of short strikes.
McPeepee landing strikes from the mount.
McPeepee trying to control but Jones is having none of it.
McPeepee lands with some strikes.
McPeepee looking to finish Jones with some ground and pound. This is bad for Jones!
McPeepee lands a big elbow.
McPeepee trying to control but Jones is having none of it.
McPeepee is in the full mount, landing strikes.
McPeepee controlling the pace for now.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
McPeepee working the ground and pound effectively.
McPeepee raining down hammerfists from mount.
McPeepee is in the full mount, landing strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McPeepee is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Jones can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
McPeepee is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jones can do to turn this around?
McPeepee is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Jones can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
McPeepee raining down hammerfists from mount.
McPeepee controlling from the full mount.
McPeepee with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
McPeepee is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Jones to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Jones shrugs it off.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Poopoo McPeepee dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Poopoo McPeepee's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
McPeepee shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Jones misses with a series of wild punches.
McPeepee shoots for a double leg takedown but Jones sprawls well. He's pushed McPeepee's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
McPeepee slips a jab and a cross from Jones.
Jones looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
McPeepee feinted with a counter takedown.
No joy there for Jones, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
McPeepee closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Jones's guard.
McPeepee is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
McPeepee chips away with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McPeepee trying to control the position from guard on top but Jones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McPeepee slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
McPeepee lands a few punches from side control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jones tries to escape but McPeepee is in control.
McPeepee looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
McPeepee lands a decent elbow from side control.
Jones takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
McPeepee working the ground and pound from side control.
McPeepee in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
McPeepee happy to just control the position for now.
Jones is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Jones is not content to let McPeepee control the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jones taking a bit of punishment here - McPeepee scoring with strikes.
McPeepee happy to just control the position for now.
McPeepee prevents Jones from escaping the position.
McPeepee is looking to take a break and control but Jones is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Jones is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
McPeepee content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
McPeepee tries for a kimura but Jones is defending well.
McPeepee cracks Jones with a big elbow.
McPeepee cracks Jones with an elbow. That is naaassty.
McPeepee controlling the position.
McPeepee seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Jones for as long as he can get away with.
McPeepee is looking to take a break and control but Jones is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
McPeepee is staying tight to Jones's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Jones takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
McPeepee controls the position from side control.
Jones tries to improve position but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McPeepee is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Jones has escaped the position, nice work there.
McPeepee working the head with strikes.
And that's the end of the fight!
Poopoo McPeepee showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for McPeepee, 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Poopoo McPeepee!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Steven Seagal (ranked 6764 p4p, 199 weight class) and Snorlax Harrington (ranked 21446 p4p, 213 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Seagal might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Better Man. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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286 lbs
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270 lbs
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BJJ White Belt
Counter fighter
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Counter fighter
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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
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Steven Seagal!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Snorlax Harrington!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Chris Edwards and Richard Clark.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Seagal throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Harrington looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Harrington swings for the body but Seagal moves out of range.
Seagal throws a right hand that Harrington ducks under and follows up with a left that Harrington also avoids with ease.
Seagal drops Harrington with a nice combination! Seagal dives into Harrington's guard, looking to finish!
It looks like Snorlax Harrington has been cut.
Seagal trying to control but Harrington is working from the bottom.
Seagal throws an elbow that misses. Harrington uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Seagal's guard. Nice move by Harrington!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Seagal wants to get back to his feet but Harrington passes into half guard.
Seagal won't allow Harrington to pass to mount.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Harrington sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Seagal defending well though.
Harrington keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Harrington wants to stand up but Seagal has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Harrington prevents Seagal from standing back up.
It looks like Harrington is going to stand back up.
Seagal pushes Harrington off looking to stand but Harrington dives back in and keeps control.
Harrington with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Harrington is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Seagal is trying to stand.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Seagal looks to land a right hand but Harrington moved out of range.
Seagal throws a poor cross that misses
and Harrington counters with a right hand to the body.
Nice defenses there by Harrington.
Harrington doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Harrington uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Seagal steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Harrington.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Harrington is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Seagal.
Seagal throws a series of punches but Harrington avoids them all with ease.
A little jabbing left from Harrington on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Harrington misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Seagal.
Harrington throws a lazy head kick
and Seagal counters with a three punch combo that has Harrington backing up. Harrington nods at Seagal to acknowledge the strikes.
Seagal fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Harrington swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Seagal fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
It seemed like Harrington was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A looping hook to the body misses from Harrington. Seagal does a little dance to reset his feet.
Seagal throws out a loose jab but Harrington uses good head movement to avoid it.
Harrington looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Seagal connects with a single shot there.
Seagal swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Harrington cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
It looks like Steven Seagal has been cut.
Seagal darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Harrington misses with a straight right.
Seagal is looking to counter the offense by Harrington and move into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Steven Seagal dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Seagal fails to land with a series of punches.
Harrington avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sloppy strikes from Seagal. Those never looked like landing.
Seagal closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Seagal uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Harrington.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Seagal misses with a wild combination.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Seagal looks to land a combination but Harrington avoids it well.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
A combination from Seagal does no damage.
Harrington throws a fast counter high kick but Seagal manages to duck under it in time.
Seagal jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Harrington looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Seagal is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Harrington can do to turn this around?
Harrington fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Seagal on the side of the head.
Snorlax Harrington is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Harrington misses with a wild body shot.
Seagal misses with a combination
and Seagal takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Seagal throws a hook but Harrington avoids it easily.
Seagal throws a right and a left that Harrington avoids nicely.
Harrington swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Harrington with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Seagal drives through and clinches with Harrington against the ropes.
Harrington effectively controlling the action here.
Harrington is looking to control Seagal's arms but Seagal gets an underhook and turns him. Now Harrington has his back to the ropes.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Seagal throws an elbow that misses.
Harrington wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Seagal has him pressed against the ropes.
Harrington wants to get back to striking at distance but Seagal won't allow it.
Seagal breaks the clinch.
Seagal tries for a takedown but Harrington sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Harrington in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Seagal fails to land with a series of punches.
Harrington looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Harrington misses with a hook.
Seagal tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Harrington manages to circle out of the way.
Seagal uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Harrington.
Seagal throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Seagal throws the kick towards the body but Harrington avoids it.
Harrington misses with a series of wild punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Steven Seagal dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
Harrington misses with a straight right.
Seagal throws a combination that misses
and Harrington counters with a one-two to the body.
Harrington lands an overhand right.
A combination from Seagal does no damage.
Harrington slaps away a takedown attempt from Seagal, before circling back to the center of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Seagal throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Seagal thows a body kick. Harrington tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Harrington throws a head kick but Seagal moves out of range.
Steven Seagal seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Seagal misses with a combination
and Harrington counters with a left and a right that stings Seagal.
Harrington misses with an uppercut. Seagal saw that one coming.
Seagal fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Harrington swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Seagal looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Harrington slips a jab and a cross from Seagal.
A countering left hand to the body from Harrington misses.
Harrington throws a looping overhand right but Seagal ducks down to avoid it.
Seagal is looking for a counter combo.
Seagal misses with a two punch combination.
Harrington let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Seagal ducks under a wild hook from Harrington.
Seagal misses with a kick to the body.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Seagal lands with a hook. Harrington tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Seagal misses with a few strikes there.
Snorlax Harrington has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Seagal moves out of range as Harrington strikes.
Harrington slips a jab and a cross from Seagal.
Harrington throws out a counter right but Seagal avoids it with no problem.
Seagal scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Harrington misses with a head kick.
It looked like Seagal was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Harrington waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Seagal.
Seagal throws a right and a left that Harrington avoids nicely.
Harrington swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Seagal misses with a double jab.
Harrington slips a jab and a cross from Seagal.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Harrington looks to score with a jab to the body but Seagal is just out of range.
Steven Seagal is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Seagal jabbing away but nothing is landing.
As Seagal backs off Harrington throws a huge counter combo but Seagal manages to avoid it all.
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 Steven Seagal.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Seagal, 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:28
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Steven Seagal!
In his post fight interview, Steven Seagal gave a big smile as he said 'My new movie is coming out next month, Buffet Siege, it's going to straight to dvd, so don't miss it.'.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Bore Ragnarok (ranked 24106 p4p, 575 weight class) and Felix Chase (ranked 4260 p4p, 430 weight class). Chase has chosen Holy Diver as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Felix Chase is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
0 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Bore Ragnarok!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Felix Chase !
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Andrew Berry and Paul Tew.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Chase closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ragnarok circles away.
Ragnarok was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
We've been told by Ragnarok's head coaches at Redfist MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Chase gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Ragnarok.
Chase darts in looking for a takedown but Ragnarok gets double underhooks and turns Chase into the ropes.
Chase with a poor takedown
letting Ragnarok counter with a right hand.
Bore Ragnarok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Felix Chase .
Ragnarok misses with a double jab.
Chase throws a nice looking combination but Ragnarok bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ragnarok tests Chase 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Horrible takedown attempt by Chase or perhaps it was just good defense by Ragnarok, which made it look bad.
Ragnarok comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Chase gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Ragnarok.
Chase tries for a takedown but Ragnarok circles away easily
and Ragnarok counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chase looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Chase will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Chase fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
It looked like Ragnarok was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Chase .
Chase looks winded!
Ragnarok lands with a straight right. Chase didn't see that one coming.
Some wild striking there from Ragnarok.
Ragnarok leaves Chase with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Chase tries to land a body kick
and Ragnarok counters with a crisp one two that drops Chase ! Ragnarok thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Chase to his feet! Chase is in big trouble!
Chase is rocked!
Ragnarok lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in Chase - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Ragnarok!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bore Ragnarok!
Felix Chase spoke after the fight, saying 'Congratulations to my opponent '.
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Artorias Vendal (ranked 6776 p4p, 529 weight class) and Gordon Clancy (ranked 7055 p4p, 535 weight class). Artorias Vendal is staring across the ring at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.
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145 lbs
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158 lbs
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Brawler
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Artorias Vendal!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
9 - 8 - 0, fighting out of New York, Gordon Clancy!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, Donald Grub and James Glass.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Clancy goes for a double leg but Vendal avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Vendal continues to drive forward.
Clancy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Vendal counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Clancy!
Vendal lands a nice forearm strike.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Clancy is not content to let Vendal control the position.
Vendal just content to control the position.
Vendal wants to control but Clancy is keeping him busy.
Clancy is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Vendal tries to move into full mount but can't pass Clancy's legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Clancy gets back to half guard.
Vendal wants to pass to mount but Clancy is defending the position.
Clancy is not content to let Vendal control the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Clancy looking for subs from the bottom but Vendal mounts him!
Clancy keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Vendal trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Vendal cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Clancy tries to reverse the position but Vendal maintains control.
Clancy regains half guard.
Vendal takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Clancy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Vendal stands up out of the half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vendal looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Clancy!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Clancy is looking to reverse the position.
Clancy keeps trying to improve his 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!
Vendal wants to stand but Clancy has his arm trapped.
Clancy is looking for a sweep.
Vendal tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Clancy is looking for a sweep.
Vendal lands a decent elbow from side control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Clancy prevents Vendal from improving position.
Clancy manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Clancy seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Vendal is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Gordon Clancy!
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Zhoujiangcuo Wong (ranked 4295 p4p, 439 weight class) and Eka Pradana (ranked 5259 p4p, 488 weight class). These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.
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157 lbs
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154 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
7 - 4 - 1, fighting out of New York, Zhoujiangcuo Wong!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Eka Pradana!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Donald Grub and Chris Edwards.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pradana 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.
Zhoujiangcuo Wong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pradana misses with a jab, cross combination.
Pradana fails to land with a series of punches.
Pradana bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Wong's head.
Pradana fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Wong sprawls well initially but Pradana persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Pradana not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Wong is staying active underneath Pradana, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Pradana thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Pradana seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Wong keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Pradana throwing shots but Wong is blocking nicely.
Wong has hold of Pradana's hands but Pradana slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Wong has hold of Pradana's hands but Pradana slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pradana stands up from half guard.
Pradana throws a wild body kick that Wong sees coming a mile off.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Pradana misses with a jab, cross combination.
Wong throws a series of punches but Pradana avoids them all with ease.
Pradana throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Pradana rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Wong moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Wong misses with the combination.
Wong misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A head kick from Wong lands but Pradana takes it in his stride.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Pradana lands with a nice combination. Wong backs away looking to recover.
Pradana missing with a left hand there. Wong was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Pradana closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Wong quickly recovers to half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pradana perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Pradana throws a strike but Wong avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Pradana scoring with some ground and pound.
Pradana stands up from guard. Let's bang!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pradana feints and as Wong raises his hands in defense, Pradana changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Pradana trying to control the position from guard on top but Wong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pradana postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Wong can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Pradana controls the pace.
Pradana trying to control the position from guard on top but Wong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wong wants to get back to his feet but Pradana is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pradana trying to control the position from guard on top but Wong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Wong throws a head kick that misses.
Wong throws a head kick that half lands.
Wong tries a head kick but it misses.
Pradana misses with a double jab.
Pradana shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Pradana lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Pradana trying to control from half guard but Wong is working away.
Pradana sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Wong defending well though.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pradana is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Pradana seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Wong does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Pradana connects with a nice short shot to Wong's temple.
Wong is looking to improve his position.
Pradana slows the pace down in half guard.
Pradana sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Wong defending well though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Eka Pradana dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
Wong throws a head kick but Pradana moves out of range.
Pradana shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Wong looking for submissions off his back.
Pradana slips a nice elbow through Wong's hands, connecting with Wong's forehead.
Nice strikes from Pradana there.
Wong is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Pradana scores with a couple of nice shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pradana lands strikes from half guard.
Pradana is trying to control the action in half guard but Wong is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Pradana sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Wong defending well though.
Pradana is controlling the pace.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Wong on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Pradana throwing shots but Wong is blocking nicely.
Wong is not content to let Pradana control the position.
Pradana missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Pradana is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Pradana is keen to just control but Wong is a slippery customer.
Nice strikes from Pradana there.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Pradana looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Wong taking some punishment here, with Pradana in his half guard.
Wong on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Wong looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Pradana missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Pradana lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Pradana working the head and body with strikes.
Pradana takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pradana working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Pradana performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Pradana passes to full mount!
Pradana lands with some strikes.
Pradana has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wong taking shots to the head.
Wong squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Pradana looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Pradana fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Wong is rocked!
Pradana connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Oh Wong is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pradana has his opponent pinned against the ropes, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Wong's face.
Pradana softens up his opponent with a couple of shots there and then CRACK! One massive shot lands there and Wong is out cold! Pradana jumps to his feet and celebrates on the ropes with the fans, who are, quite frankly, going absolutely mental!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Eka Pradana!
Eka Pradana was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Ivar Lothbrook (ranked 4274 p4p, 437 weight class) and Mark Luck (ranked 5613 p4p, 505 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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19
168 lbs
1 - 0 - 0 |
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155 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Ivar Lothbrook!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Mark Luck!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Colin Fotheringham and Chris Edwards.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Luck has a takedown stuffed.
Lothbrook definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Lothbrook lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lothbrook thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lothbrook misses with a straight right.
Luck ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Luck closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Lothbrook quickly recovers to half guard.
Luck is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Lothbrook is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Luck pulls his head out easily.
Lothbrook trying to control but Luck postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lothbrook is trying to get back to full guard.
Luck stops Lothbrook from getting back to his feet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lothbrook is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Luck pulls his head out easily.
Lothbrook wants to improve his position but Luck is controlling well.
Luck is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lothbrook defends it well.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Luck working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Lothbrook is holding on to half guard well.
Luck prevents Lothbrook from standing back up.
Lothbrook punching from the bottom.
Luck seems to be working for a kimura but Lothbrook defends the submission attempt.
Lothbrook is trying to stand.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Luck.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lothbrook dives in and scores a takedown into Luck's guard.
Lothbrook lands a couple of elbows.
Lothbrook wants to control from the top but Luck keeps moving.
Lothbrook postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Luck looks winded!
Lothbrook trying to control the position from guard on top but Luck is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lothbrook keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Luck's head.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lothbrook accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lothbrook lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Lothbrook trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lothbrook scoring with some ground and pound.
Lothbrook is in close to Luck's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Lothbrook wants to control from the top but Luck keeps moving.
Lothbrook landing some decent shots from guard.
Lothbrook looking to sit in guard and control but Luck gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Lothbrook is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Luck defends well.
Lothbrook 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.
Luck is looking to pass into half guard but Lothbrook pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Lothbrook is in guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lothbrook scoring with some ground and pound.
Lothbrook connects with a couple of short punches.
Lothbrook lands a couple of elbows.
Lothbrook passes into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ground and pound from Lothbrook.
Lothbrook is looking for a kimura but Luck is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lothbrook to get the leverage.
Lothbrook lands strikes from half guard.
Lothbrook is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Lothbrook scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ivar Lothbrook dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Lothbrook gets the takedown into side control.
Lothbrook in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Lothbrook working the ground and pound.
Lothbrook swings around for an armbar but Luck sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Lothbrook's guard.
Luck got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lothbrook has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Luck has managed to get both his arms back between Lothbrook's legs - danger averted.
Lothbrook wants to sweep but no luck.
Luck trying to control but Lothbrook is working from the bottom.
Luck won't allow Lothbrook to sweep him here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Lothbrook is working hard here to advance position.
Lothbrook is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Luck is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Lothbrook is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Lothbrook has escaped and now he's on top!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lothbrook works over Luck with some ground and pound from guard.
Luck is breathing heavily.
Lothbrook trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Luck manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!
Lothbrook throws a nice elbow from the bottom.
Lothbrook controls Luck momentarily but Luck frees himself.
Lothbrook manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Luck manages to get himself to full guard.
Lothbrook stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Luck swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lothbrook content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lothbrook content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Lothbrook working some strikes from top position.
Lothbrook stands up over Luck, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Lothbrook works over Luck with some ground and pound from guard.
Lothbrook lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Lothbrook lands a couple of digs.
Lothbrook landing with the ground and pound.
Lothbrook distracts Luck with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Luck keeping moving, preventing Lothbrook from controlling successfully.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lothbrook scoring with punches to the head and body.
Lothbrook wants to control from the top but Luck keeps moving.
Lothbrook scoring with punches to the head and body.
Lothbrook landing with the ground and pound.
Lothbrook lands a couple of digs.
Luck keeping moving, preventing Lothbrook from controlling successfully.
Lothbrook is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Luck can do to turn this around?
Lothbrook is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Luck has momentary wrist control but Lothbrook slips an elbow through the middle.
Lothbrook is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Lothbrook postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Lothbrook with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Lothbrook scoring with some ground and pound.
Luck is rocked!
Lothbrook connects with a couple of short punches.
Luck is still in real trouble! Can Lothbrook finish him?
Lothbrook trying to control but Luck is working from the bottom.
Lothbrook with a nice head shot there.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Lothbrook lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Lothbrook lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ivar Lothbrook dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
Lothbrook throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Luck sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Luck doesn't manage to clinch there - Lothbrook circles away.
Lothbrook throws a low kick, looking for Luck's leg but Luck calmly moves out of range.
Luck slips under a jab from Lothbrook.
Luck blocks a jab.
Luck seems to have recovered his senses.
Lothbrook thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lothbrook misses with a straight right.
Lothbrook lands with an overhand left.
Mark Luck seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lothbrook lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Luck circles away quickly and effectively.
Luck is looking to clinch.
Luck is looking to clinch.
Luck rushes Lothbrook and presses him up against the ropes.
Lothbrook tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Luck just stands there and leans against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lothbrook has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Luck avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Lothbrook working hard to break the clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lothbrook has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Luck gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Lothbrook.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivar Lothbrook. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Luck has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Lothbrook avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Lothbrook wants to break free but Luck has control.
Lothbrook wants to get back to striking at distance but Luck won't allow it.
Lothbrook is working for a takedown up against the ropes. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Lothbrook drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Luck has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Lothbrook regains guard immediately.
Ivar Lothbrook overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lothbrook escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Luck gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Luck trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lothbrook working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Luck doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Luck manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lothbrook controls Luck momentarily but Luck frees himself.
Luck is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Lothbrook is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Lothbrook has escaped and now he's on top!
Lothbrook throws a big elbow that misses.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lothbrook scoring with some ground and pound.
Lothbrook is working Luck over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Lothbrook works over Luck with some ground and pound from guard.
Lothbrook landing some decent shots from guard.
Lothbrook lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Lothbrook wants to control from the top but Luck keeps moving.
Lothbrook distracts Luck with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Luck has momentary wrist control but Lothbrook slips an elbow through the middle.
Lothbrook stands up over Luck, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Lothbrook working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Luck's head.
Lothbrook scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Lothbrook cracks Luck with a solid left hand.
Lothbrook working some strikes from top position.
Lothbrook with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Lothbrook keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Luck's head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lothbrook distracts Luck with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Lothbrook chips away with some ground and pound.
Mark Luck has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ivar Lothbrook is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lothbrook looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ivar Lothbrook showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Lothbrook, 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivar Lothbrook!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Abdullah Sajid (ranked 4153 p4p, 427 weight class) and Micah Hawk (ranked 1599 p4p, 193 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the ring.
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156 lbs
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166 lbs
6 - 2 - 0 |
BJJ Brown Belt
Brawler
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Counter fighter
Determined |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
9 - 14 - 0, fighting out of New York, Abdullah Sajid!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
6 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Micah Hawk!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, Daniel Bishop and Paul Tew.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Sajid shoots in and drives through. Hawk sprawls well.
Hawk throws out a powerful jab.
Sajid misses with a takedown
and Hawk counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
A body shot lands from Hawk.
Sajid changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Hawk fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Abdullah Sajid. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sajid with a poor takedown
and Hawk counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Hawk sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Sajid's guard.
Hawk is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hawk is looking to take a break and control but Sajid is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hawk works his way into side control.
Hawk tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Sajid is looking to reverse the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sajid is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hawk off and has taken his back!
Hawk tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Sajid wants to finish this one by submission but Hawk is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Sajid.
Hawk is trying to escape the mount.
Sajid jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Hawk is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Hawk and Sajid has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Hawk tries to buck Sajid off but Sajid is having none of it.
Hawk manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Sajid looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hawk is working for a kimura but Sajid is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Sajid looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sajid is refusing to be controlled, as Hawk sits in half guard.
Hawk seems to be working for a kimura but Sajid defends the submission attempt.
Sajid avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Hawk.
Hawk seems to be working for a kimura but Sajid defends the submission attempt.
Hawk missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Hawk is working for a submission of some sort.
Hawk is pressing down on Sajid's thigh, looking to free his foot. Sajid is holding on for now.
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!
Hawk thows a huge punch but Sajid dodges it nicely.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hawk 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.
Sajid actively working from the bottom here.
Hawk works his way into full mount!
Sajid sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Sajid looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sajid looking for submissions off his back.
Sajid is refusing to be controlled, as Hawk sits in half guard.
Hawk is working for a submission of some sort.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hawk is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sajid is just riding it out for now. Hawk eventually gives up the hold.
Sajid actively working from the bottom here.
Hawk stalling.
Sajid is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hawk pulls his head out easily.
Hawk moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Sajid.
Hawk scoring with punches and elbows.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Micah Hawk dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Sajid doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Hawk counters with a right hand to the body.
Sajid shoots in for a takedown but Hawk shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Hawk doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Sajid tries for a takedown but Hawk circles away easily
and Hawk counters with a takedown into side control.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Abdullah Sajid. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hawk sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Sajid is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Hawk tries for a kimura but Sajid is defending well.
Hawk looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Sajid is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sajid managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Hawk.
Sajid dodges the ground and pound from Hawk.
Sajid dodges the ground and pound from Hawk.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sajid is looking for a sweep.
Hawk is looking to take a break and control but Sajid is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hawk is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sajid has escaped the position, nice work there.
Hawk thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Hawk is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sajid knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Hawk tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Hawk is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sajid is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hawk in side control, throwing shots but Sajid defends.
Hawk is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sajid is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Sajid tries to bench press Hawk off him but Hawk keeps the position.
Hawk trying to control the position but Sajid is working away.
Hawk is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sajid knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Sajid is trying to get back to half guard.
Hawk misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Hawk is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sajid is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Hawk throws a strike aimed at the side of Sajid's head but Sajid avoids it well.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hawk is trying to get an arm triangle but Sajid is defending well.
Sajid tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hawk wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hawk throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Sajid is looking for a sweep.
Hawk tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hawk has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Hawk working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Hawk is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sajid knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Hawk is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sajid has escaped the position, nice work there.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sajid is trying to improve his position.
Hawk has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sajid is working hard here to advance position.
Hawk is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sajid has escaped the position, nice work there.
Hawk working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Sajid sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sajid avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Hawk.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Micah Hawk showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
Sajid shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Hawk as he jumps to the side.
Abdullah Sajid is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sajid takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Sajid with a lazy takedown attempt
and Hawk counters with a stiff right hand.
Sajid has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Abdullah Sajid. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sajid shoots and misses
and Hawk counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Hawk trying to control the position from guard on top but Sajid is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hawk is working Sajid over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawk trying to control but Sajid is working from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hawk accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Sajid working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hawk.
Sajid looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hawk trying to control the position from guard on top but Sajid is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sajid utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hawk trying to control but Sajid is working from the bottom.
Hawk 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.
Hawk passes Sajid's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Hawk is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Hawk is looking for a kimura here.
Hawk is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Sajid sees it coming and defends easily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hawk seems to be working for a kimura but Sajid defends the submission attempt.
Sajid looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Sajid is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hawk pulls his head out easily.
Hawk is trying to control. Sajid wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hawk controlling the action here.
Hawk thows a huge punch but Sajid dodges it nicely.
Sajid is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hawk's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hawk's back!
Hawk can't escape the position.
Sajid is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Sajid looking for the RNC.
Hawk is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Sajid off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sajid gets his hands free as Hawk looks to control.
Hawk tries to roll but Sajid sticks to his back.
Sajid gets his hands free as Hawk looks to control.
Hawk is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Sajid is staying active.
Hawk is in bad spot here.
Hawk defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Hawk turns into Sajid and is now in his guard.
Hawk passes into half guard.
Hawk is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Sajid regains half guard.
Sajid looking for submissions off his back.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hawk is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Sajid sees it coming and defends easily.
Hawk is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Hawk wants to control but Sajid is keeping him busy.
Sajid is defending against the submission attempts here by Hawk.
Sajid looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sajid wants to get back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Micah Hawk comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Hawk 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Micah Hawk!
Micah Hawk thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Co-main event
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Hichem Saifeddine (ranked 4189 p4p, 429 weight class) and Marvelous Berkeley (ranked 3170 p4p, 340 weight class). I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!
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157 lbs
11 - 7 - 0 |
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27
159 lbs
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BJJ White Belt
Excellent MT
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Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
11 - 7 - 0, fighting out of New York, Hichem Saifeddine!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
11 - 2 - 0, fighting out of New York, Marvelous Berkeley!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, James Ackerman and Daniel Bishop.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Saifeddine throws a nice head kick!
It looks like Marvelous Berkeley has been cut.
Berkeley scores with a one two! Saifeddine had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Saifeddine sets himself and throws a head kick that knocks Berkeley to the ground! Saifeddine dives into full mount looking to finish!
Berkeley is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Berkeley trying desperately to get to his feet.
Berkeley is still in real trouble! Can Saifeddine finish him?
Saifeddine wants to get back to his feet but Berkeley is holding on tight.
Berkeley is trying to stand.
Berkeley seems to have recovered his senses.
Berkeley is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Saifeddine is standing up, even though he is in mount.
Berkeley misses with a double jab.
Saifeddine misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Saifeddine tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Berkeley lands a jab followed by a vicious hook that sends Saifeddine sprawling to the canvas. Berkeley follows him down, looking for the kill. Can Saifeddine hang on?
Saifeddine is rocked!
Berkeley escapes and gets back to his feet.
Oh Saifeddine is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Berkeley! Saifeddine is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marvelous Berkeley!
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FIGHT
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Main event
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Joey Deertay (ranked 714 p4p, 36 weight class) and Shaka Zulu (ranked 1936 p4p, 86 weight class). Shaka Zulu has the power to score a knockout today if he connects clean with Joey Deertay's chin.
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265 lbs
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300 lbs
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BJJ Brown Belt
Brawler
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Counter fighter
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the super heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
5 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Joey Deertay!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Colin Fotheringham and James Ackerman.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Deertay shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Zulu's guard.
Deertay looking to pass the guard.
Deertay trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Deertay throws a big elbow that misses.
Zulu has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Deertay can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Zulu looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Zulu keeping full guard, as Deertay tries to pass.
Zulu throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Deertay missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Deertay throws a sloppy strike and Zulu has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Deertay is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Zulu!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Shaka Zulu!
Shaka Zulu is the new super heavyweight champion!
A less than humble Shaka Zulu misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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