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RRFC Fight Night 33 PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Vernon Woodard (ranked 4051 p4p, 475 weight class) and Brandon Thorne (ranked 6132 p4p, 599 weight class). Woodard's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Last Stylebender. Brandon Thorne struggled to make weight for this fight. He only made it down to 173.0lbs at the first attempt and had to take the additional two hours to make the official bout weight. Let's see how much it's taken out of him. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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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 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Vernon Woodard!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Brandon Thorne!
The judges for this bout are Skip Squint, Summer Carpenter and Ben Hemmingworth.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Thorne throws a hook but Woodard avoids it easily.
Thorne looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Woodard closes the distance and clinches up with Thorne, looking for a takedown. Woodard pushes Thorne against the cage but Thorne circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Thorne checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A little jabbing left from Thorne on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Thorne throws a nice looking combination but Woodard bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Woodard moves away from the strike by Thorne.
Thorne keeps the fight on the outside.
Woodard will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Woodard looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Woodard will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vernon Woodard. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Woodard misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Woodard shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Thorne defends it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Woodard looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Woodard misses with a two punch combination.
Woodard is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Woodard shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Thorne but Thorne pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Woodard will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Woodard checks a leg kick.
We've been informed that Thorne has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Thorne swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Woodard drops down looking for a counter takedown but Thorne sprawls and moves away.
Woodard tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Thorne defends well and Woodard ends up having to push Thorne into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Woodard tries to bum rush Thorne with a series of wild strikes but Thorne uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Thorne throws a jab when Woodard was well out of range.
Woodard dives in and scores a takedown into Thorne's guard.
Thorne pushes Woodard off and gets back to his feet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Woodard wants to clinch up but Thorne keeps it at a distance.
Thorne throws a counter combo.
Woodard blocks a jab.
Woodard tries to score a power double leg takedown but Thorne sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Woodard somewhat.
A cross from Thorne lands.
Woodard fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Woodard checks a leg kick.
Thorne blocks a head kick by Woodard.
Thorne looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Woodard is defended easily by Thorne.
Thorne moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Woodard looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Thorne is fending him off so far but Woodard persists. Nope, Thorne circles away and we're back to standing.
Thorne looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Woodard throws a head kick that misses
and Thorne counters with a nice uppercut.
Brandon Thorne is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Thorne lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Woodard shoots in looking for a takedown but Thorne manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Woodard's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Thorne paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Woodard fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Thorne sprawls well initially but Woodard persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thorne works his way to full guard. Good work.
Thorne escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Woodard gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Woodard tries to free his leg and advance position but Thorne is retaining full guard.
Woodard wants to control from the top but Thorne keeps moving.
Thorne is pulling down on Woodard's head to control his posture.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brandon Thorne dominated that round.
That's time! Woodard's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Thorne misses with a wild body shot.
Woodard shoots for a takedown but Thorne saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Thorne leaves Woodard with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Thorne keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vernon Woodard. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Thorne with a hook.
Woodard looking to score a takedown here. Thorne is defending well but Woodard drives through and ends up in Thorne's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thorne pulls Woodard in close to prevent any damage.
Woodard trying to control but Thorne is working from the bottom.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Thorne working a defensive guard here.
Woodard wants to pass the guard but Thorne is keeping the position.
Woodard loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Thorne looking for a sweep. Not yet Thorne, not yet.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Woodard throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Thorne works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Woodard shoots for a takedown but Thorne saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Woodard darts in looking for a takedown but Thorne gets double underhooks and turns Woodard into the cage.
Thorne misses with a few strikes there.
Thorne defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Woodard.
Thorne throws a right and a left that both miss.
Woodard throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Thorne's waist but Thorne gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Woodard off to one side.
Thorne goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Woodard throws a wild body kick that Thorne sees coming a mile off.
Woodard throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Thorne, as that shot connected.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Woodard tries to clinch up.
Thorne avoids a punch combination nicely.
Thorne cracks Woodard with an open hand slap.
Woodard darts in looking for a takedown but Thorne gets double underhooks and turns Woodard into the cage.
Woodard fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Thorne moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Woodard doesn't manage to clinch there - Thorne circles away.
It seemed like Thorne was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Woodard moves into range and clinches up with Thorne.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Woodard manages to break the clinch.
Thorne has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Woodard moves in looking to clinch but Thorne pushes him off.
Woodard misses with a takedown
and Thorne counters with a straight right hand.
Thorne on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Woodard. Woodard obviously looking to wear him down.
Thorne stuns Woodard with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Woodard clinches up against the cage.
Woodard pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Woodard looks to clinch
and Thorne counters with a left to the body.
Thorne throws the left hand but Woodard avoids the punch easily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Woodard is defended easily by Thorne.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brandon Thorne showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Thorne stuffs the takedown attempt from Woodard. Woodard gets slowly back to his feet.
Vernon Woodard is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Thorne throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Woodard dives in for a single leg takedown but Thorne sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Thorne throws a leg kick but Woodard checks it.
Woodard wants to clinch.
Brandon Thorne seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Woodard tries for a takedown but Thorne sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vernon Woodard. 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.
Woodard closes this distance looking for a takedown but Thorne circles away.
Thorne connects with a nice looking jab.
Thorne lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Woodard at a distance.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Woodard tries to clinch up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Thorne keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Thorne wants to counter the offense by Woodard and move into the clinch position.
A shot to the body from Woodard misses
and Thorne counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Thorne throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Woodard is looking to clinch but Thorne is avoiding it.
Thorne misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Woodard takes the fight into the clinch.
Woodard drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Woodard is trying to pull guard but Thorne has him pressed against the cage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Thorne jumps guard and drags Woodard to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Woodard postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Thorne trying to control the position.
Woodard has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Woodard is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Woodard avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Woodard wants to get up but he can't break Thorne's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Thorne keeping moving, preventing Woodard from controlling successfully.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Woodard fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Woodard takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Thorne lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A head kick misses from Woodard.
Thorne looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Brandon Thorne seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Woodard tries to clinch up.
A nice leg kick lands there from Woodard.
Thorne is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Woodard.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Woodard is defended easily by Thorne.
Thorne steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Woodard.
Woodard slips under a jab.
Thorne stuffs the takedown attempt from Woodard. Woodard gets slowly back to his feet.
Brandon Thorne is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Woodard fails with the takedown.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brandon Thorne comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Thorne winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 27:30
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brandon Thorne!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Jahseh Onfoy (ranked 7250 p4p, 533 weight class) and Ronan Fury (ranked 25673 p4p, 582 weight class). Onfoy comes into the arena with Tummy Tuck blaring out of the sound system. Jahseh Onfoy has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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155 lbs
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BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
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Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Jahseh Onfoy!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, Ronan Fury!
The judges for this bout are Ron Honeybunn, Steve Erwin and Eliza Hachem.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Fury lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Fury throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Onfoy counters with a straight right hand.
It looks like Ronan Fury has been cut.
Onfoy throws a right and a left that Fury avoids nicely.
Onfoy lands with a cross.
Fury is rocked!
Fury throws a body shot but no joy.
Onfoy is looking for a counter combo.
Fury is still on wobbly legs! Can Onfoy finish him?
Fury is holding his hands too far apart here. Onfoy throws a hard, straight punch right down the pipe and BOOM! Fury is out! That punch landed square on the jaw - what a shot!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jahseh Onfoy!
Jahseh Onfoy decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Alejandro DelToro (ranked 4222 p4p, 496 weight class) and Ken Barlow (ranked 4073 p4p, 478 weight class). Alejandro DelToro has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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Brawler
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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
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Alejandro DelToro!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Ken Barlow!
The judges for this bout are Francis DeMontford, Bruno Hogan and Donatello Bradman.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
DelToro swinging wildly here.
As DelToro backs off Barlow throws a huge counter combo but DelToro manages to avoid it all.
Barlow throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around DelToro's waist but DelToro gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Barlow off to one side.
DelToro drives through with a takedown into Barlow's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DelToro is in close to Barlow's body, working some short punches and elbows.
DelToro trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
DelToro controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Barlow manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. DelToro manages to get himself to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barlow postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Barlow has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Barlow stands and throws DelToro's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Barlow remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
That's one minute gone in the round.
DelToro is not content to let Barlow control the position.
Barlow tries to move to mount but DelToro blocks the move with his legs.
Barlow is looking to take a break and control but DelToro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
DelToro is trying to control Barlow's posture but Barlow avoids it.
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.
Barlow is looking to take a break and control but DelToro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Barlow working away.
I wouldn't like to be where DelToro is right now.
DelToro wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
DelToro is looking to regain half guard here but Barlow keeps moving and retains side control.
Barlow throws an elbow but DelToro slips to the side and avoids it well.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
DelToro tries to escape but Barlow is in control.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Barlow grinds an elbow into DelToro's temple.
DelToro is pushing Barlow's head away, looking to escape. Barlow manages to hold on to the position though.
Barlow working the body and head with strikes.
DelToro takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Barlow working the ground and pound but DelToro is defending the strikes.
Barlow controls the position from side control.
Barlow sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but DelToro is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
DelToro scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Barlow is doing well to control the position and prevent DelToro from advancing to side control.
DelToro throwing shots but Barlow is blocking nicely.
Barlow on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
DelToro thows a huge punch but Barlow dodges it nicely.
Barlow manages to escape and get back to his feet!
DelToro drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
DelToro in side control lands a decent elbow.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
DelToro cracks Barlow with a big elbow.
Barlow taking punishment in the form of punches.
DelToro cracks Barlow with an elbow. That is naaassty.
DelToro tries to score with some ground and pound. Barlow controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Alejandro DelToro will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
DelToro has Barlow up against the cage in a clinch.
DelToro wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
DelToro is trying to push Barlow away but Barlow has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Barlow is looking for a takedown.
DelToro looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
DelToro is trying to break the clinch but Barlow has him pressed against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barlow is working for takedown but DelToro is calmly controlling the position for now.
DelToro wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Barlow has him pressed against the cage.
DelToro breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
That's one minute gone in the round.
DelToro bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
DelToro working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
DelToro wants to control but Barlow is keeping him busy.
DelToro tries to score with some ground and pound. Barlow controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
DelToro wants to control but Barlow is keeping him busy.
DelToro controls the position from side control.
You can see the frustration on Barlow's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Barlow regains half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DelToro not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Barlow has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
DelToro throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
DelToro is stalling here. Barlow is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! DelToro seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Barlow has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
DelToro is trying to control Barlow's posture but Barlow avoids it.
Barlow throws an elbow but DelToro slips to the side and avoids it well.
DelToro knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Barlow on the ground.
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!
DelToro is trying to get back to half guard.
DelToro on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if DelToro tries to get out of the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Barlow throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Barlow misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
DelToro is trying to control Barlow's posture but Barlow avoids it.
Barlow wants to control but DelToro is keeping him busy.
Barlow in side control, throwing shots but DelToro defends.
DelToro has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Barlow wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by DelToro, who protects the arm well.
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.
Barlow throwing shots but missing, from side control.
DelToro struggling a bit here.
Ken Barlow has got the better of the ground game so far.
DelToro avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Barlow.
Barlow is looking to take a break and control but DelToro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
DelToro wants to control but Barlow postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Ken Barlow will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
DelToro decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
DelToro content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Barlow makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Barlow.
DelToro has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Barlow is trying to control the position from the bottom.
DelToro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DelToro stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Barlow has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! DelToro manages to get his head free but now Barlow has transitioned to an armbar! DelToro grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Barlow! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ken Barlow!
Ken Barlow decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Darwin Jones (ranked 5866 p4p, 556 weight class) and Max Svensoon (ranked 7813 p4p, 634 weight class). Max Svensoon has the power to score a knockout today if he connects clean with Darwin Jones's chin.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Darwin Jones!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
3 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Max Svensoon!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Hogan, Darius Henderson and Topper Green.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jones pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Svensoon back to the cage. Jones follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Jones avoids the head kick by Svensoon.
Svensoon pushes Jones up against the cage in a clinch.
Jones working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Svensoon tries to pull guard but Jones won't allow it.
Jones has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Jones's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jones throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Svensoon feints a counter leg kick.
Svensoon is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Good leg kick by Jones.
A leg kick checked by Svensoon.
Svensoon is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Darwin Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones with the inside leg kick.
Svensoon forces Jones back against the cage and clinches.
A bit of stalling here from Jones.
Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A nice inside leg kick there by Jones. That's going to slow Svensoon down.
Svensoon lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Jones throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jones clinches with his opponent.
Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jones punishes Svensoon's body with a nice straight punch.
Svensoon displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Jones.
The fight stays on the outside here - Jones looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
As Jones backs off Svensoon throws a huge counter combo but Jones manages to avoid it all.
Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Svensoon manages to avoid it.
Jones scores with a leg kick.
Jones jabs Svensoon to the body, keeping him at a distance.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A low kick lands for Jones.
Jones is trying hard to land a takedown here. Svensoon sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Svensoon feints the counter takedown.
Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Jones lands with a nice body kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Svensoon goes for a double leg but Jones avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Jones continues to drive forward.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Svensoon has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Jones throws a nice head kick!
Jones has taken the fight to the clinch.
Svensoon jumps guard but Jones stands there with Svensoon around his waist. Svensoon gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Darwin Jones has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Max Svensoon.
Svensoon looks winded!
Jones breaks from the clinch.
Svensoon has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Jones.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Svensoon tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Jones throws a nice outside leg kick.
Svensoon doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Jones.
Svensoon displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Jones.
Horrible takedown attempt by Svensoon or perhaps it was just good defense by Jones, which made it look bad.
Svensoon dives in and grabs Jones's left leg, looking for a takedown. Jones pushes down on Svensoon's head and hops out.
Jones lands a nice leg kick that just misses Svensoon's sensitive parts.
Svensoon takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Jones dives in for a single leg takedown but Svensoon sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Svensoon is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Svensoon swinging wildly here.
Jones throws a sloppy head kick and Svensoon moves out of range easily.
Svensoon moves in looking to clinch but Jones pushes him off.
Jones fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Svensoon.
A clash of legs there as Svensoon blocks the low kick.
Svensoon with the counter takedown but Jones avoids it easily.
Jones throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Svensoon, pushing him back against the cage.
Svensoon manages to break the clinch.
Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jones dives in and scores a takedown into Svensoon's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Darwin Jones dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Jones takes the fight into the clinch.
Svensoon wants a takedown.
Jones using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Svensoon prevents a body shot from Jones.
Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jones slowing the pace effectively.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Svensoon blocks a body shot from Jones.
Jones with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Svensoon wants a takedown but no success here.
Svensoon is breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Svensoon jumps guard but Jones stands there with Svensoon around his waist. Svensoon gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Darwin Jones has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Max Svensoon.
Jones lands a nice elbow.
It looks like Max Svensoon has been cut.
Jones prevents the takedown attempt.
Jones pressing his opponent against the cage.
A hook to the body from Jones.
Jones has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Svensoon after a bit of a struggle.
Svensoon tries to break the clinch but Jones is controlling the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Svensoon on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Svensoon goes for a takedown attempt but Jones pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Jones clinches with his opponent.
Svensoon is trying to break the clinch but Jones is controlling him.
Jones breaks the clinch.
Jones closes the distance and pushes Svensoon back into the cage.
Jones drops down looking for an ankle pick but Svensoon pulls his leg out and moves away.
Good leg kick by Jones.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jones lands a nice leg kick that just misses Svensoon's sensitive parts.
Jones fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Svensoon, pushing him back against the cage.
Svensoon wants a takedown.
Knees to the body from Jones.
Jones is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Jones lands a damaging elbow.
Svensoon wants a takedown but no success here.
Jones's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
An inside leg kick lands from Jones.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jones stalks Svensoon and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Svensoon's face. Svensoon staggers backwards, shaken.
Svensoon takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jones darts in and clinches Svensoon up against the cage.
Svensoon misses with some punches.
Svensoon tries to pull guard but Jones forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Jones gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Svensoon's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Svensoon fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Jones pulls guard successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Darwin Jones dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Max Svensoon's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Jones fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jones feints and then cracks Svensoon's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Svensoon down.
Jones lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Svensoon on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jones. Jones obviously looking to wear him down.
Jones is looking to clinch.
Svensoon tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Jones throws a quick inside leg kick.
That kick from Jones tenderised Svensoon's leg. Svensoon is trying to keep his angry face on.
Jones with a nice calf kick.
Svensoon checks a low kick from Jones.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Svensoon takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Svensoon connects with a high kick.
Jones throws a head kick but Svensoon moves out of range.
Despite the aggression on Svensoon's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Jones shoots in for a takedown but Svensoon shows good takedown defense.
Darwin Jones is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Svensoon chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Jones can pounce on him.
Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Svensoon is just out of range.
Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Svensoon tries to score a power double leg takedown but Jones sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Svensoon somewhat.
Jones connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Svensoon takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jones drives through and clinches with Svensoon against the cage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jones lands an elbow inside that Svensoon shrugs off.
Jones has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Svensoon after a bit of a struggle.
Svensoon tries for a takedown. No joy.
Svensoon fails to pull guard.
Darwin Jones has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Max Svensoon.
Svensoon wants a takedown but no success here.
Jones wants to take the fight to the mat but Svensoon manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Jones's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Svensoon shoots in but Jones avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Svensoon tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Svensoon doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Svensoon avoids the head kick by Jones.
Svensoon is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Jones fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Svensoon tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jones paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Svensoon takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Jones fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Svensoon has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Jones lands a leg kick that knocks Svensoon off balance momentarily.
Svensoon pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jones dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Svensoon. That did some damage!
Jones lands a head kick!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jones scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jones lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Darwin Jones is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Svensoon pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jones scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jones lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jones takes the fight into the clinch.
Svensoon prevents the takedown attempt.
Svensoon fails to pull the fight into his guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Darwin Jones showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Jones 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 Bruno Hogan scores the fight 30:26
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 30:26
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Darwin Jones!
Darwin Jones decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Benjamin Sisko (ranked 3034 p4p, 363 weight class) and Leonard Hamtilon (ranked 3113 p4p, 369 weight class). Sisko kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Slam feat. Tyrone 'Visionary' Palmer - "Lifetimes (Club Journey Remix)". Benjamin Sisko could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Leonard Hamtilon's chin.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
5 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Benjamin Sisko!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
6 - 6 - 0, fighting out of London, Leonard Hamtilon!
The judges for this bout are Ben Hemmingworth, John Mangel and Topper Green.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hamtilon shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Sisko manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Sisko looking to control.
Hamtilon tries to stand but Sisko is controlling from the bottom.
Hamtilon wants to control from the top but Sisko keeps moving.
Hamtilon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sisko swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sisko wants to stand and escape but Hamtilon is having none of it.
Sisko has an active guard here but Hamtilon has managed to pass into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hamtilon is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Sisko tries to kick Hamtilon off in order to stand up. Hamtilon Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control.
Sisko is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Star Studded Beef, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hamtilon scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Sisko to see if he's OK.
Hamtilon working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Sisko wants to control but Hamtilon postures up.
Hamtilon taking a breather here.
Hamtilon working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Hamtilon lands some shots froms side control.
Hamtilon content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Sisko takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sisko is looking to regain half guard here but Hamtilon keeps moving and retains side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sisko struggling a bit here.
Sisko tries to improve position but can't.
Sisko prevents Hamtilon from improving position.
Sisko wants to get back to his feet but Hamtilon drags him back down.
Hamtilon cracks Sisko with a big elbow.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hamtilon controlling the position from side mount.
Sisko is looking for a sweep.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sisko is working hard here to advance position.
Hamtilon moves into full mount!
Sisko wants to get back to his feet.
Sisko is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hamtilon working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Hamtilon lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Sisko hang on?
Sisko wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Sisko is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sisko regains half guard.
Hamtilon wants to take a breather but Sisko is having none of it.
Hamtilon seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Hamtilon wants to control but Sisko is keeping him busy.
Sisko looks like he's trying to stand up.
Hamtilon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sisko keeps working.
Sisko punching from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hamtilon drops an elbow to the side of Sisko's head.
Sisko has hold of Hamtilon's hands but Hamtilon slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Leonard Hamtilon dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Hamtilon drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Sisko has his feet on Hamtilon's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Sisko throws a head kick but Hamtilon moves out of range.
Sisko gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Hamtilon pulls Sisko into guard.
Hamtilon lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sisko wants to stand up but Hamtilon is controlling him.
Sisko keeping moving, preventing Hamtilon from controlling successfully.
Hamtilon controlling from the top position.
Sisko pulls Hamtilon in to control the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sisko has an active guard here but Hamtilon has managed to pass into half guard.
Sisko tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Hamtilon looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Sisko with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Hamtilon slips a nice elbow through Sisko's hands, connecting with Sisko's forehead.
Sisko is trying to stand.
Leonard Hamtilon has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sisko flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Hamtilon slows the pace down in half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hamtilon prevents Sisko from improving his position.
Hamtilon prevents Sisko from standing back up.
Hamtilon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sisko keeps working.
Sisko wants to get back to his feet.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Hamtilon is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sisko has managed to free his arm - good work.
Hamtilon seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sisko does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Hamtilon fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hamtilon fails to land the takedown.
Hamtilon tries to keep at a distance but Sisko has taken the fight into the clinch.
Sisko leaning his opponent against the cage.
Hamtilon fails to pull guard.
Benjamin Sisko has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leonard Hamtilon.
Hamtilon gets control of Sisko's arms and successfully pulls guard. Hamtilon will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Sisko trying to control the position from guard on top but Hamtilon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hamtilon wants to sweep but no luck.
Hamtilon has a closed guard, preventing Sisko from standing up.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sisko throws a big right hand that misses.
Hamtilon not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hamtilon working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sisko.
Sisko advances position into side control!
Hamtilon can't do much from the bottom here.
Hamtilon has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hamtilon is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Sisko is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Benjamin Sisko will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
Sisko closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Sisko looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Hamtilon's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A bit of stalling here from Sisko.
Sisko displaying some good clinch control by pressing Hamtilon up against the cage.
Sisko taking a breather.
Sisko jumps guard.
Sisko not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hamtilon not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hamtilon stands up over Sisko, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hamtilon cracks Sisko with a solid left hand.
Hamtilon postures up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sisko scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Sisko throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Hamtilon! But no joy.
Sisko throws a head kick but Hamtilon moves out of range.
Hamtilon fails to land the takedown.
Hamtilon looking to score a takedown here. Sisko is defending well but Hamtilon drives through and ends up in Sisko's guard.
Hamtilon trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Sisko manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!
Sisko tries to stand but Hamtilon is controlling from the bottom.
Sisko chips away with some ground and pound.
Sisko wants to stand but Hamtilon has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sisko preventing the sweep.
Hamtilon looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sisko trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Hamtilon lands an upkick as Sisko stands over him.
Sisko decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Sisko connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Sisko moves into range and clinches up with Hamtilon.
Sisko pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Sisko tries to land a body kick
and Hamtilon counters with a nice double leg into side control. Sisko won't be happy with that.
Sisko throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sisko tries to clinch up but Hamtilon circles away and keeps his distance.
Sisko closes the distance and pushes Hamtilon back into the cage.
Hamtilon is trying to pull guard but Sisko has him pressed against the cage.
Sisko breaks from the clinch.
Hamtilon showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Sisko.
Sisko with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The fight stays on the outside here - Sisko looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Benjamin Sisko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A shot to the liver by Sisko. Beautiful body shot.
Hamtilon takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sisko leaves Hamtilon with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Benjamin Sisko has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leonard Hamtilon.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sisko connects with a good straight punch right through the guard and follows up with a right hook and a left hook! That last one sent Hamtilon tumbling to the canvas! Sisko pours on the pressure with more strikes and the referee has no hesitation diving in to stop the fight! Hamtilon was done - good stoppage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:06 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Benjamin Sisko!
During a confident post fight interview, Benjamin Sisko thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Davey Brown (ranked 3672 p4p, 184 weight class) and Shawn Mcdonald (ranked 5054 p4p, 212 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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25
145 lbs
1 - 2 - 0 |
BJJ Blue Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
2 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Davey Brown!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, Shawn Mcdonald!
The judges for this bout are Eliza Hachem, Topper Green and Darius Henderson.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Good exchange - Brown coming out on top.
Mcdonald scores with a nice head shot.
Brown throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mcdonald slips a jab and a cross from Brown.
Mcdonald unleashes a big counter combination but Brown bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
We've been hearing reports that Brown has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Brown lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Brown drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Brown is working to tighten his grip on Mcdonald's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Mcdonald has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Brown is really squeezing tight and eventually Mcdonald passes out! Brown breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Davey Brown!
A victorious Davey Brown thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Semi Etebo (ranked 2141 p4p, 232 weight class) and Brian Becker (ranked 2956 p4p, 310 weight class). Both these guys have solid standup skills and neither is particularly fantastic on the ground, so let's hope for a nice standup war!
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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
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Semi Etebo!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, Brian Becker!
The judges for this bout are Skip Squint, Hugh Johnson and Topper Green.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Etebo moves into range and connects with a jab.
It looks like Brian Becker has been cut.
Etebo fails with an attempt to clinch.
Etebo throws a right and a left that both miss.
Etebo lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Etebo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Etebo paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Becker misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Etebo.
Becker takes one on the button.
Becker throws a body punch but Etebo moves out of range.
Becker uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Etebo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Decent striking displayed by Etebo there.
Etebo misses with a looping right.
Becker staying out of range there.
Becker looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Becker looks to score with a jab to the body but Etebo is just out of range.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Etebo tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Becker manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Etebo feints a jab promting Becker to slip. Etebo then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Becker slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Becker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Etebo moves away.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Etebo, as that shot connected.
Etebo misses with a straight left.
Etebo takes the fight into the clinch.
Etebo blocks an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Etebo.
Etebo struggles to land a body shot inside as Becker controls his hands.
Etebo tries to work over Becker's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Becker 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.
Etebo lands a nice shot to the body.
Etebo struggles to land a body shot inside as Becker controls his hands.
Etebo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Etebo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Etebo can't find room to land a body shot as Becker controls the action.
Etebo struggles to land a body shot inside as Becker controls his hands.
Etebo can't find room to land a body shot as Becker controls the action.
A nice left hand lands by Etebo.
Etebo has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Etebo lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Becker.
Becker looks winded!
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!
Etebo presses Becker against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Etebo tries to work over Becker's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Etebo scores with a shoulder strike.
Etebo breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Etebo changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Etebo lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Becker backs up against the cage.
Etebo lands with a straight right. Becker didn't see that one coming.
Etebo uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Etebo sizes up Becker with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Etebo closes the distance and pushes Becker back into the cage.
Becker tries to work over Etebo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Becker misses with some punches.
Etebo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Becker backwards.
Etebo misses with a punch to the body.
Etebo lands a nice shot to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Etebo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
That has opened up Brian Becker's cut even more.
Etebo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Becker is rocked!
Etebo tries a body shot but Becker blocks it.
Becker tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Becker prevents a body shot from Etebo.
Becker misses with a punch on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Etebo as the two fighters clinch.
Becker pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Etebo feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Beckers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Etebo digs a good hook to Becker's body.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Etebo scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Etebo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Etebo lands a jab.
Becker takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Etebo lands a big uppercut and Becker crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Becker looks OK. Etebo waves Becker back to his feet!
Becker is still on wobbly legs! Can Etebo finish him?
Etebo takes the fight into the clinch.
Etebo unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Becker! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Etebo is unloading with more strikes now! Becker drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Semi Etebo!
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between John Hardin (ranked 1792 p4p, 225 weight class) and Enrique Saravia (ranked 3393 p4p, 392 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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195 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
8 - 9 - 1, fighting out of Tokyo, John Hardin!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Enrique Saravia!
The judges for this bout are Donatello Bradman, Hugh Johnson and Winston Howard.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hardin lands a really nice looking cross but Saravia seems unphased.
Saravia forces Hardin back against the cage and clinches.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Saravia doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hardin has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Hardin is trying to force a seperation but Saravia has the dominant position.
Hardin lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Hardin blocks a body shot from Saravia.
Hardin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hardin looking to slow down the pace here.
Hardin is trying to break the clinch but Saravia is controlling him.
Hardin landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
A bit of stalling here from Hardin.
Hardin dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saravia tries to throw a body punch but Hardin avoids it by throwing Saravia back against the cage.
Saravia lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Saravia goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Saravia misses with the head strike.
Hardin lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Saravia lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Saravia tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hardin's elbow.
Saravia throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hardins head.
Hardin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Saravia looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Hardin works Saravia's body with a nice hook.
Saravia avoids the head kick by Hardin.
Hardin cracks Saravia with an open hand slap.
Saravia has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Saravia moves into range and clinches up with Hardin.
Saravia tries to work over Hardin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hardin breaks the clinch.
Saravia is looking to clinch but Hardin is avoiding it.
A counter left hand to the body from Hardin misses its target.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Saravia wants to clinch up but Hardin keeps it at a distance.
Hardin has been working on his boxing with his coaches at House of 1000 Corpses in the buildup to the fight.
A shot to the body from Saravia misses
and Hardin counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Saravia forces Hardin back against the cage and clinches.
Hardin tries to circle away but Saravia has him pinned against the cage.
Hardin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Saravia gets a clinch.
Saravia can't find room to land a body shot as Hardin controls the action.
Saravia tries to work over Hardin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Saravia tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Saravia has Hardin pressed against the cage, preventing Hardin from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Hardin is trying to break the clinch but Saravia is controlling him.
Saravia struggles to land a body shot inside as Hardin controls his hands.
Saravia tries a body shot but Hardin blocks it.
Saravia can't find room to land a body shot as Hardin controls the action.
Hardin tries to circle away but Saravia has him pinned against the cage.
Hardin wants to break the clinch but can't.
Saravia tries a body shot but Hardin blocks it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Saravia.
Saravia prevents Hardin from breaking the clinch.
Saravia prevents Hardin from breaking the clinch.
Hardin prevents a body shot from Saravia.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hardin creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Saravia stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Saravia misses with a punch to the body.
Saravia struggles to land a body shot inside as Hardin controls his hands.
Saravia can't find room to land a body shot as Hardin controls the action.
Saravia pushes Hardin back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Saravia lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Saravia misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Saravia tries to throw a body punch but Hardin avoids it by throwing Saravia back against the cage.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Saravia.
Saravia blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hardin wants to get back to striking at distance but Saravia won't allow it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Saravia.
Hardin breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Saravia looks to land a right hand but Hardin moved out of range.
Saravia gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Saravia misses with a hook to the ribs.
Saravia throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Saravia lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hardin or not.
Saravia lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hardin tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Saravia avoids it.
Saravia lands a shot to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Saravia.
Saravia avoiding damage as Hardin throws knees to the body.
Saravia misses with a body punch.
Hardin just leaning against Saravia, taking a breather.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hardin misses with a punch to the body.
Saravia misses with a body punch.
Saravia is working Hardin over against the cage.
Hardin is breathing heavily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Saravia lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Hardin.
Good body shot from Saravia.
Saravia misses with a hook to the ribs.
Saravia misses with a hook to the ribs.
Saravia prevents Hardin from breaking the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Saravia.
Saravia lands a body shot.
Saravia tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A shot in the inside from Saravia.
Saravia has Hardin pressed against the cage, preventing Hardin from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A short left from Saravia.
Saravia misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hardin trying to land knees to the body.
Saravia blocking some punches.
Saravia lands with a short shot to the head.
Still in the clinch, Saravia scores with a nice short uppercut.
Hardin leaning against his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Enrique Saravia dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Hardin tries to keep at a distance but Saravia has taken the fight into the clinch.
Saravia misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Saravia tries to work over Hardin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
John Hardin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A short right from Saravia on the inside.
Hardin wants to stall.
Saravia misses with a hook from the clinch.
A right hand to the body from Saravia.
Hardin is looking to control Saravia's arms but Saravia gets an underhook and turns him. Now Hardin has his back to the cage.
Saravia tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hardin's elbow.
Hardin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Saravia throws a good cross that connects.
Saravia forces Hardin back against the cage and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardin tries to stall but Saravia uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Hardin is trying to break free.
A right hook to the body lands for Hardin.
Saravia misses with a punch to the body.
Saravia tries to work over Hardin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hardin wants to stall.
A short body shot lands from Saravia as the two fighters clinch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Saravia tries to work over Hardin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Enrique Saravia seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A nice left hand lands by Saravia.
Saravia tries to work over Hardin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Saravia keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Hardin's efforts to push away.
Hardin breaks the clinch.
Saravia has closed the distance and engaged Hardin in a clinch.
Saravia tries to work over Hardin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hardin tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Saravia avoids it.
Hardin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hardin misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Saravia.
Hardin is trying to break the clinch but Saravia is controlling him.
Saravia working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Saravia tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hardin's elbow.
Saravia misses with a body punch.
Saravia misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hardin blocks a body shot from Saravia.
A right hand to the body from Saravia.
Hardin blocks a body shot from Saravia.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Saravia tries a body shot but Hardin blocks it.
Saravia can't find room to land a body shot as Hardin controls the action.
Nice body punch from Saravia - that landed with a thud.
Saravia goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Saravia lands with a left to the head.
Saravia misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hardin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Saravia fails in his attempt to clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Saravia moves out of range as Hardin throws a body kick.
Saravia moves out of range as Hardin strikes.
Saravia tries to clinch but Hardin is having none of it.
Saravia doesn't manage to clinch there - Hardin circles away.
Saravia throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Saravia tries to close the distance and clinch but Hardin swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hardin throwing a counter right hand but Saravia manages to avoid it.
Saravia moves into the clinch.
Saravia misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hardin misses with the head strike.
Hardin can't break the clinch.
Saravia tries to work over Hardin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Saravia tries to throw a body punch but Hardin avoids it by throwing Saravia back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Hardin fails to land.
Saravia misses with a body punch.
Hardin misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A body shot lands from Saravia.
Saravia tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hardin is trying to break the clinch but Saravia is controlling him.
Hardin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Saravia lands with a left to the head.
Hardin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hardin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Saravia has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Saravia throws a looping overhand right but Hardin ducks down to avoid it.
Saravia doesn't manage to clinch there - Hardin circles away.
As Saravia backs away, Hardin returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Saravia gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Saravia has taken the fight to the clinch.
Saravia lands a body punch in the clinch.
Saravia lands a shot to the body.
Saravia tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hardin's elbow.
Saravia can't find room to land a body shot as Hardin controls the action.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Saravia lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Saravia as the two fighters clinch.
A short body shot lands from Saravia as the two fighters clinch.
Saravia tries to throw a body punch but Hardin avoids it by throwing Saravia back against the cage.
Saravia lands with a short shot to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hardin prevents a body shot from Saravia.
Saravia tries to throw a body punch but Hardin avoids it by throwing Saravia back against the cage.
Hardin tries to work over Saravia's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Saravia tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hardin's elbow.
Hardin blocks a body shot from Saravia.
A body shot lands from Saravia.
Saravia lands an uppercut.
Saravia tries to work over Hardin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hardin tries to work over Saravia's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Good body shot from Saravia.
Saravia makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Hardin's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Saravia pushes Hardin back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Saravia misses with a body punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Enrique Saravia 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!
Saravia pushes Hardin up against the cage in a clinch.
Saravia lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Saravia struggles to land a body shot inside as Hardin controls his hands.
Hardin blocks a body shot from Saravia.
Saravia misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Saravia misses with a punch to the body.
Saravia lands a hook that snaps the head of Hardin backwards.
Saravia misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Saravia tries to throw a body punch but Hardin avoids it by throwing Saravia back against the cage.
Hardin wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Hardin blocks a body shot from Saravia.
Saravia doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Saravia makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A frustrated look appears on Hardin's face as he tries to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saravia keeps control of Hardin as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A frustrated look appears on Hardin's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Hardin is trying to break free.
Nice body punch from Saravia.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hardin prevents a body shot from Saravia.
Saravia blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Saravia misses with a body punch.
Saravia tries to throw a body punch but Hardin avoids it by throwing Saravia back against the cage.
Saravia can't find room to land a body shot as Hardin controls the action.
Saravia can't find room to land a body shot as Hardin controls the action.
Hardin lands a right hand that snaps the head of Saravia backwards.
Hardin blocks a body shot from Saravia.
Saravia tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hardin scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A right hook to the body lands for Saravia.
Saravia misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hardin is looking to break free of the clinch but Saravia has double underhooks.
Hardin prevents a body shot from Saravia.
Saravia doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Saravia tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Saravia lands a shoulder strike.
Saravia struggles to land a body shot inside as Hardin controls his hands.
Hardin fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Saravia tries a body shot but Hardin blocks it.
Hardin looking to stall.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Saravia tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Saravia tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hardin's elbow.
A nice right hand lands inside from Saravia.
Hardin lands a good knee to the midsection. Saravia won't want to take too many of those.
Saravia misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Saravia tries to throw a body punch but Hardin avoids it by throwing Saravia back against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Saravia creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Saravia lands a nice shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Saravia can't find room to land a body shot as Hardin controls the action.
Saravia tries to work over Hardin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hardin working Saravia over with knees to the body.
Hardin blocks a body shot from Saravia.
Hardin blocks a body shot from Saravia.
Saravia pushes Hardin back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Saravia - that landed with a thud.
Saravia is leaning against Hardin and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Hardin prevents a body shot from Saravia.
Saravia misses with a body punch.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Saravia lands a body shot in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Saravia - that landed with a thud.
Saravia can't find room to land a body shot as Hardin controls the action.
Saravia throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Saravia tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Saravia tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hardin's elbow.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
A short uppercut from Saravia.
Hardin tries a body shot but Saravia blocks it.
Hardin doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Saravia throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Hardin is trying to break the clinch but Saravia is controlling him.
Saravia tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hardin is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Saravia cracks Hardin with a nice body shot.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Saravia creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short right from Saravia.
Hardin takes a shot to the head.
A hook to the body from Saravia.
Saravia tries a body shot but Hardin blocks it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hardin prevents a body shot from Saravia.
Saravia tries to throw a body punch but Hardin avoids it by throwing Saravia back against the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Saravia blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Saravia lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Hardin.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Saravia lands a shoulder strike.
A short uppercut from Saravia.
Saravia lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hardin backwards.
A shot in the inside from Saravia.
Nice body punch from Saravia.
Saravia tries to work over Hardin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Saravia can't find room to land a body shot as Hardin controls the action.
Saravia lands a shot to the body.
Saravia works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Hardin blocks a body shot from Saravia.
Saravia goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Saravia is leaning against Hardin and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Enrique Saravia is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Saravia lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Saravia blocking some punches.
And that's the end of the fight!
Enrique Saravia comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Saravia winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 27:30
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Enrique Saravia!
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Benny Woody (ranked 1412 p4p, 176 weight class) and Marv Nemera (ranked 1800 p4p, 226 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
6 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Benny Woody!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Marv Nemera!
The judges for this bout are Winston Howard, Damien Edna and Darius Henderson.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nemera throws a wild body kick that Woody sees coming a mile off.
Woody lunges at Nemera with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Nemera's hand.
Woody fails in his attempt to clinch.
Woody moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromNemera.
The crowd cheers as Nemera lands an impressive looking overhand right. Woody doesn't seem phased though.
Nemera connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Nemera closes this distance looking for a takedown but Woody circles away.
A slow jab from Nemera misses its intended target.
Benny Woody seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Woody jabs at Nemera's body.
Woody throws a chopping leg kick but Nemera manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Nemera's corner calls for a 1-2. Nemera obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Woody misses with a wild body shot.
Jab by Woody.
Woody looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Woody gets caught napping as Nemera dives in and scores a takedown. Woody manages to retain guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Woody has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Nemera is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Nemera can't get the takedown.
Nemera trying to land knees to the body.
Nemera lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Woody backwards.
Woody makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Woody lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nemera backwards.
Nemera's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Woody swings for the body but Nemera moves out of range.
Woody swings for the body but Nemera moves out of range.
Nemera misses with a jab, cross combination.
Woody looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Woody throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nemera ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Woody is looking to clinch but Nemera is avoiding it.
Woody scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Nemera walks into a stiff left hand from Woody.
Woody keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nemera.
Nemera throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Woody's waist but Woody gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Nemera off to one side.
Benny Woody has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marv Nemera.
Nemera scores with a hook to the body. Woody takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nemera shoots in looking for a takedown. Woody tries to sprawl out of it but Nemera keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Woody manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Woody connects with a right hand. Nemera shakes it off.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Woody throws a looping overhand right but Nemera ducks down to avoid it.
A countering left hand to the body from Nemera misses.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Woody shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Nemera's guard.
Woody scoring with some ground and pound.
Woody with a flurry of punches that miss.
Nemera working for a triangle but Woody defends it easily.
Woody throwing strikes but missing.
Woody throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Woody is looking to work some ground and pound but Nemera has wrist control.
Woody distracts Nemera with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Woody trying to control but Nemera is working from the bottom.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Nemera had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Woody defends it easily.
Woody lands a couple of digs.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nemera is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Woody frees his head nicely. Oh but Nemera has switched to an armbar! Woody is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Marv Nemera!
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Wesley Poker (ranked 2019 p4p, 281 weight class) and Araki Kenjiro (ranked 1843 p4p, 253 weight class). Both these guys have really solid chins. Will we see a standup war or will they both decide that a knockout is unlikely and try to win the fight elsewhere?
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181 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
Solid boxing
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BJJ Blue Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
8 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Wesley Poker!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
7 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Araki Kenjiro!
The judges for this bout are Eliza Hachem, Donatello Bradman and Bruno Hogan.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Poker moves into the clinch successfully.
Poker with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Poker manages to break the clinch.
Poker swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kenjiro tries to counter with a clinch but Poker shakes him off and moves away.
Poker throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kenjiro scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Poker instigates a clinch.
Kenjiro prevents Poker from breaking the clinch.
Kenjiro tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Poker avoids it.
Poker missing with knees to the body.
Kenjiro landing knees to the body.
Poker managing to block the knees to the body from Kenjiro.
Kenjiro throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Poker blocks it with crossed arms.
Poker escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kenjiro.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kenjiro rushes Poker and presses him up against the cage.
Kenjiro lands a knee to the head.
It looks like Wesley Poker has been cut.
Kenjiro lands a nice knee to the body.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Nice elbow from Kenjiro.
Poker takes an elbow to the temple.
Poker takes an elbow to the temple.
Kenjiro using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Poker has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Kenjiro lands a nice knee to the body.
Poker is breathing heavily.
Kenjiro working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kenjiro unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Poker takes a knee to the side of the body.
Poker takes an elbow to the forehead.
Kenjiro landing knees to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kenjiro using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Kenjiro gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Kenjiro lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kenjiro prevents Poker from breaking the clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kenjiro comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Wesley Poker's cut is getting worse.
Kenjiro has Poker pressed up against the cage in a tight Thai clinch. Poker is arching his back, trying to avoid the knees but a big one sneaks through from Kenjiro - that's hurt Poker badly! Oh, another knee lands and Poker is covering up! The referee steps in to save him - possibly a bit early but Poker doesn't seem to be complaining.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knees). Araki Kenjiro!
During a confident post fight interview, Araki Kenjiro thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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