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ENIGMA 61 PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Octavio Dos Anjos (ranked 3294 p4p, 2573 weight class) and Rufus Rutger (ranked 403 p4p, 331 weight class). Dos Anjos comes to the cage accompanied by Somebodies' Gonna Get They Ass Kicked. The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 3 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Octavio Dos Anjos!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Rufus Rutger!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, Russell Pearce and Chad Campbell.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dos Anjos defending well as Rutger loads up on a big left hand.
Dos Anjos swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Rutger scores with a jab. Dos Anjos acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Rufus Rutger seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rutger throws a lazy right hand but Dos Anjos sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dos Anjos looks to throw the jab but Rutger is out of range.
Dos Anjos throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rutger misses with an uppercut. Dos Anjos saw that one coming.
Rutger looks to land a left hand but Dos Anjos moved out of range nicely.
Dos Anjos throws a hook to the side of Rutger's head but Rutger sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dos Anjos stuns Rutger with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Rutger takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Rutger moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Rutger lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Dos Anjos backs up against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rutger lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A lazy left from Rutger finds it's target.
Rutger's jab looks to have found its range, popping Dos Anjos under the eye.
Rutger throws a solid leg kick but Dos Anjos takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Rutger.
Rutger just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromDos Anjos.
Dos Anjos waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rutger.
Rutger lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dos Anjos at a distance.
Rutger moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rutger misses with a hook to the body
and Dos Anjos counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Dos Anjos cracks a nice hook into Rutger's ribs.
Dos Anjos is looking to land body kicks.
Rutger now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Rutger tries to work over Dos Anjos's front leg with a kick but Dos Anjos checks it.
Rutger is looking to score with low kicks.
Rufus Rutger is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dos Anjos misses with a looping right.
A momentary lapse in concentration from Rutger enables Dos Anjos to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Rutger manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Dos Anjos trying to control the position from guard on top but Rutger is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dos Anjos is really struggling to control Rutger but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Rutger managing to control the position.
Dos Anjos trying to control but Rutger is working from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dos Anjos postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dos Anjos throws a strike but Rutger rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Dos Anjos tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dos Anjos is working hard here to advance position.
Dos Anjos is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dos Anjos wants to control the position but Rutger says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dos Anjos is trying to control but can't.
Rutger prevents Dos Anjos from improving his position.
Rutger looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dos Anjos trying to control from the bottom.
Dos Anjos is trying to control but Rutger passes into side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dos Anjos is trying to improve his position.
Rutger controlling from side mount.
Dos Anjos manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
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.
Dos Anjos tries to get to full guard but Rutger has control of the leg.
Still in half guard, Rutger seems content to control.
Dos Anjos is trying to get back to full guard.
Rutger stalling.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Rutger misses with a combination
and Dos Anjos finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Dos Anjos slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Rutger scoring well with a low kick there.
Dos Anjos connects with a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Rufus Rutger will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Dos Anjos lands a nice looking body shot.
Rutger ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dos Anjos moves away.
Dos Anjos uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rutger.
Dos Anjos throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dos Anjos checks the leg kick.
Dos Anjos tries for a takedown but Rutger circles away easily
and Rutger counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Dos Anjos misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rutger.
Dos Anjos tried to score with a low kick but Rutger checks it.
Dos Anjos lands a nice looking body shot.
Rutger takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Dos Anjos misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dos Anjos takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Dos Anjos blocks a jab.
A clash of legs there as Rutger blocks the low kick.
Rutger stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Rutger wants it to stay on the feet.
A telegraphed right hand from Rutger misses the target.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A telegraphed right hand from Rutger misses the target.
Rutger throws a lazy right hand but Dos Anjos sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rutger finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Rutger connects with a jab.
Rutger uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rutger throws out the jab.
Rutger misses with a double jab.
Dos Anjos feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Dos Anjos tries to clinch up.
Rutger lands the left hand.
Dos Anjos throws a looping overhand right but Rutger ducks down to avoid it.
Rutger works the jab nicely.
Dos Anjos scores with a hook to the body. Rutger takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Dos Anjos throws a nice inside leg kick.
Rutger keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dos Anjos.
Rutger scores with a decent looking hook.
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!
Rutger looks to throw the jab but Dos Anjos is out of range.
Dos Anjos throws a sloppy head kick
and Rutger counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rutger scores with a jab to the jaw.
Rutger lands a slapping body shot.
Rutger throws a body punch but Dos Anjos moves out of range.
It looked like Dos Anjos wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nice takedown defense from Rutger. No joy for Dos Anjos on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Octavio Dos Anjos. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rutger connects with a body shot that sends Dos Anjos's belly button to the back.
Rutger throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rutger connects with a good right hand that stumbles Dos Anjos. Dos Anjos circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Rutger pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A jab lands there for Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos throws a jab when Rutger was well out of range.
Rutger pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dos Anjos is out of range and Rutger settles back down.
Dos Anjos tries to score a power double leg takedown but Rutger sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dos Anjos somewhat.
Dos Anjos throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Rutger was covering up waiting for the punch and Dos Anjos finishes the takedown easily into guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rutger is on top in guard.
Rutger won't allow Dos Anjos to sweep him here.
Rutger has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Rutger is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rutger stopping the sweep attempt from Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos controlling the position.
That's four 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.
Dos Anjos bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rutger's guard.
Octavio Dos Anjos overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Rutger is controlling Dos Anjos's posture.
Dos Anjos missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Rutger wants to sweep but no luck.
Rutger avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Dos Anjos working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Rutger keeping moving, preventing Dos Anjos from controlling successfully.
Dos Anjos's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Dos Anjos trying to control the position from guard on top but Rutger is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Dos Anjos throwing strikes from guard but Rutger blocks nicely.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rufus Rutger showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
Rutger misses with an uppercut. Dos Anjos saw that one coming.
Rutger defending well as Dos Anjos loads up on a big left hand.
Dos Anjos throws a body punch but Rutger moves out of range.
Dos Anjos shoots in for a takedown but Rutger shows good takedown defense.
Dos Anjos throws a shot from downtown. Rutger moves away and avoids it.
Dos Anjos darts in looking for a takedown but Rutger gets double underhooks and turns Dos Anjos into the cage.
Rutger swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dos Anjos doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dos Anjos tries a body shot but Rutger blocks it.
Rutger scores with a hook to the body.
Dos Anjos misses with the head strike.
A short right from Rutger.
A nice left hand lands by Rutger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dos Anjos.
Rutger lands a body shot.
Dos Anjos doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short uppercut from Rutger.
Rutger lands a hook to the side of the head.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Rutger misses with the head strike.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rutger tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dos Anjos's elbow.
Dos Anjos drops down looking for an ankle pick but Rutger pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Octavio Dos Anjos. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rutger misses the jab.
Dos Anjos pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rutger feints and then cracks Dos Anjos's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Dos Anjos down.
Dos Anjos with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Rutger lands a lovely overhand right.
Dos Anjos tries to score a power double leg takedown but Rutger sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dos Anjos somewhat.
Rutger throws a body shot but no joy.
Rutger tries a head kick but it misses.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Rutger!
Rutger fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Rutger steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos tries to clinch
and Rutger counters with a straight right hand.
Octavio Dos Anjos has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rufus Rutger seems to be getting the better of the standup.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dos Anjos keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rutger.
Dos Anjos ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rutger moves away.
Rutger dips to his left and cracks Dos Anjos with an uppercut!
Dos Anjos throws an off balance right hand
and Rutger counters with a one-two to the body.
 Dos Anjos is rocked!
Rutger sees an opening and throws a straight punch right through Dos Anjos's defenses. It connects perfectly with Dos Anjos's jaw and knocks him out cold! Wow - that's a contender for knockout of the year - absolutely brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Rufus Rutger!
Rufus Rutger seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Peter Piper (ranked 2788 p4p, 4753 weight class) and Pancadao Trevoso (ranked 345 p4p, 503 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 heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Peter Piper!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Pancadao Trevoso!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Franklyn Lucas and Reed Andrews.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Trevoso tries to close the distance and clinch but Piper swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Trevoso is looking to clinch.
Trevoso staying out of range there.
Piper sets himself, and Trevoso steps forward looking for the clinch! Piper avoids it this time.
Piper misses with a hook to the body
and Trevoso counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Trevoso missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Piper is controlling Trevoso's trapped leg to prevent Trevoso from advancing to side control.
Piper wants to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trevoso is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Piper is just riding it out for now. Trevoso eventually gives up the hold.
Trevoso throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
That's one minute gone in the round.
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. Trevoso connects with a nice short shot to Piper's temple.
Trevoso is looking to stall here but Piper recovers full guard.
Trevoso wants to control from the top but Piper keeps moving.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Piper controlling Trevoso's posture.
Piper wants to sweep here but Trevoso controlling him for the moment.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Piper holds on and takes a little breather.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Piper fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Trevoso on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Trevoso misses with a wild body shot.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Piper throws a good cross that connects.
Trevoso moves into the clinch.
Trevoso blocks a body shot from Piper.
Piper swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Piper struggles to land a body shot inside as Trevoso controls his hands.
Piper swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Piper tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Piper definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Piper tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Piper goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Trevoso wants to get back to striking at distance but Piper won't allow it.
We've been informed that Trevoso has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Piper fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Trevoso blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Piper can't find room to land a body shot as Trevoso controls the action.
Piper lands a hook that snaps the head of Trevoso backwards.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Piper tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Trevoso tries to score a body lock takedown but Piper shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Piper scores with a hook to the body.
Piper is leaning against Trevoso and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Piper lands a right hand.
A left hand lands to the body for Piper.
Trevoso looks winded!
Piper swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Piper.
Trevoso is trying to break the clinch but Piper has him pressed against the cage.
Piper scores with a shoulder strike.
Piper lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Trevoso or not.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Piper misses with a punch to the body.
Piper lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right from Piper on the inside.
Piper lands with a short shot to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Peter Piper dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
Jab from Piper.
A big left from Piper misses.
Trevoso shoots in for a takedown but Piper shows good takedown defense.
Trevoso takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Trevoso takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Piper throws a sloppy body shot
and Trevoso counters with a nice uppercut.
Piper swings for the body but Trevoso moves out of range.
Piper clinches up with Trevoso and pushes him back against the cage.
A short uppercut from Piper.
Piper misses with some punches.
A hook to the body from Piper.
Piper misses with a punch on the inside.
Trevoso takes a shot to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Piper misses with a punch to the body.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Trevoso tries to break the clinch but Piper is controlling the position.
Piper lands a left hand that snaps the head of Trevoso backwards.
Piper lands with a short shot to the head.
Piper presses Trevoso against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Trevoso is breathing heavily.
A left hand lands to the body for Piper.
Piper lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Piper scores with a shoulder strike.
Piper avoiding damage.
Piper tries to throw a body punch but Trevoso avoids it by throwing Piper back against the cage.
Piper pushes Trevoso back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Piper lands a body shot.
Piper lands a hook that snaps the head of Trevoso backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Piper.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Piper lands a left hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A short left from Piper.
Trevoso is looking to control Piper's arms but Piper gets an underhook and turns him. Now Trevoso has his back to the cage.
Piper is leaning against Trevoso and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Piper tries a body shot but Trevoso blocks it.
Trevoso's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Trevoso.
Piper struggles to land a body shot inside as Trevoso controls his hands.
Piper scores with a shot to the side of Trevoso's head.
Piper tries a body shot but Trevoso blocks it.
Piper misses with a punch to the body.
Piper lands a left hand that snaps the head of Trevoso backwards.
Piper misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Piper scores with a shoulder strike.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Piper misses with a short punch on the inside.
Piper is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Trevoso can do to turn this around?
Trevoso wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Piper tries a body shot but Trevoso blocks it.
Trevoso prevents a body shot from Piper.
Nice body punch from Piper.
Piper lands with a light punch inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Piper.
A body shot lands from Piper.
A shot in the inside from Piper.
Piper lands with a left to the head.
Piper lands with a right to the head.
Peter Piper has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Piper misses with a body punch.
Piper tries a body shot but Trevoso blocks it.
Piper lands a nice uppercut.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Trevoso takes a shot to the head.
Trevoso blocks a body shot from Piper.
A short right from Piper.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Piper breaks the clinch.
Piper feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Trevoso sprawling to the canvas! Trevoso rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Piper finish him?!
 Trevoso is rocked!
Pancadao Trevoso is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Trevoso is aggressively charging in as Piper backs up avoiding any damage. Piper tosses out a jab and Trevoso runs right into it face first! Trevoso is out cold! Piper dropped down on all fours and is barking in Trevoso's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Peter Piper!
Peter Piper very nearly forgot to thank FUClothing amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Zekariays Solomon (ranked 3547 p4p, 2966 weight class) and Gunnar Gunnarsson (ranked 433 p4p, 370 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 light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Zekariays Solomon!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 3 - 0, fighting out of New York, Gunnar Gunnarsson!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, David Schapiro and Russell Pearce.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gunnarsson gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Gunnarsson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Solomon defends it easily.
Solomon missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Gunnarsson keeping moving, preventing Solomon from controlling successfully.
Gunnarsson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Solomon can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Solomon wants to control from the top but Gunnarsson keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Solomon is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Gunnarsson is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Solomon distracts Gunnarsson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Solomon throwing strikes but missing.
Solomon tries to free his leg and advance position but Gunnarsson is retaining full guard.
Gunnarsson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Solomon 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.
Solomon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gunnarsson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gunnarsson keeping moving, preventing Solomon from controlling successfully.
Solomon throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Gunnarsson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Solomon trying to control the position from guard on top but Gunnarsson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gunnarsson is trying to keep Solomon in close.
Solomon trying to control the position from guard on top but Gunnarsson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Gunnarsson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Solomon gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Gunnarsson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Solomon working some strikes from top position.
Solomon content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Gunnarsson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Solomon postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Solomon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gunnarsson is keeping the position for now.
Solomon working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Solomon stopping the sweep attempt from Gunnarsson.
Solomon content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Solomon missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Gunnarsson looking for a guillotine here but Solomon defends easily.
Solomon chips away with some ground and pound.
Solomon lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Solomon wants to control from the top but Gunnarsson keeps moving.
Solomon is looking to work some ground and pound but Gunnarsson has wrist control.
Solomon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Solomon cracks Gunnarsson with a solid left hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Solomon scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Solomon lands a couple of digs.
Solomon postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Solomon is pushing down on Gunnarsson's leg trying to pass to half guard. Gunnarsson is fighting to maintain full guard but Solomon has managed to sneak the leg through.
Solomon is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Gunnarsson!
Solomon dominating with strikes here.
Gunnarsson in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Solomon lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Solomon can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gunnarsson is looking to escape.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Solomon landing strikes from the mount and Gunnarsson is in trouble!
Solomon landing shots from mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zekariays Solomon dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
Solomon closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Solomon is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gunnarsson can do to turn this around?
Gunnarsson gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Solomon slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Gunnarsson regains half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Solomon lands a nice short elbow.
Gunnarsson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Solomon pulls his head out easily.
Solomon working the head and body with strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Solomon lands with a punch from half guard.
Solomon is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Gunnarsson reverses the position - he's now on top in Solomon's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Solomon looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Gunnarsson passes into side control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Solomon is looking for a sweep.
Solomon sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Solomon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gunnarsson pulls his head out easily.
Solomon looking for submissions off his back.
Gunnarsson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Solomon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gunnarsson pulls his head out easily.
Solomon is pressing down on Gunnarsson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed 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.
Solomon is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Solomon looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Gunnarsson has picked Solomon up and slammed him! Solomon can't keep hold of the triangle and Gunnarsson manages to pass to side control!
Solomon gets back to half guard.
Solomon looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Zekariays Solomon overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Solomon looking for submissions off his back.
Solomon looking for submissions off his back.
Solomon looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gunnarsson is trying to work for a kimura but Solomon is defending well.
Solomon looking for submissions off his back.
Solomon looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Gunnarsson pushes past his half guard into mount!
Solomon tries to improve his position but instead Gunnarsson has taken his back!
Solomon is in bad spot here.
Gunnarsson working for the choke.
Gunnarsson has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Solomon has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gunnarsson is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Solomon is defending well though. Gunnarsson let's go of the attempt for now.
Solomon tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Solomon is trying desperately to improve position.
Gunnarsson with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Solomon manages to regain half guard. Good work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gunnarsson is trying to control. Solomon wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Gunnar Gunnarsson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
Solomon shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Gunnarsson but Gunnarsson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Gunnarsson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Solomon gets the takedown into side control.
Solomon working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Solomon 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.
Gunnarsson tries to improve position but can't.
Solomon tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gunnarsson on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Solomon is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Gunnarsson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Solomon throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Solomon landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Gunnarsson wants to control but Solomon postures up.
Solomon is looking to take a break and control but Gunnarsson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Solomon has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Solomon connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gunnarsson tries to lock up and control but Solomon gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Gunnarsson can't escape the position.
Solomon wants to control the pace but Gunnarsson is squirming around nicely.
Solomon is really struggling to control Gunnarsson but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Solomon pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Solomon is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Gunnarsson can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Solomon with the ground and pound from mount.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Solomon working the ground and pound effectively.
Solomon swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Gunnarsson is now in Solomon's guard. A big mistake from Solomon there, giving up the dominant position!
Solomon working for a triangle but Gunnarsson defends it easily.
Solomon looking for subs off his back but Gunnarsson has passed one foot through into half guard.
Solomon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gunnarsson pulls his head out easily.
Solomon actively working from the bottom here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gunnarsson seems to be looking for submissions.
Solomon looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Solomon looking for a kimura from the bottom but Gunnarsson passes into side control!
Solomon tries to bench press Gunnarsson off him but Gunnarsson keeps the position.
Gunnarsson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gunnarsson wants to control but Solomon is keeping him busy.
Solomon tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zekariays Solomon showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Solomon has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 29:28
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 29:28
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zekariays Solomon!
A very excited looking Zekariays Solomon made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Marcus Shakes (ranked 2366 p4p, 3124 weight class) and Rudolf Meine (ranked 293 p4p, 381 weight class). Shakes comes to the cage accompanied by About the Money- T.I.. I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!
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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 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Marcus Shakes!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 6 - 4 - 0, fighting out of London, Rudolf Meine!
The judges for this bout are Lou da Vinci, Reed Andrews and Anthony Taglia.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Shakes tries to clinch up but Meine circles away and keeps his distance.
Shakes closes the distance and pushes Meine back into the cage.
Meine pulls guard successfully.
Meine is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Shakes has his hands clasped together but Meine extends and breaks Shakes's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Meine.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rudolf Meine!
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Sultanbek Akhtankhanov (ranked 2378 p4p, 2454 weight class) and Manny Mercado (ranked 294 p4p, 300 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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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 3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Sultanbek Akhtankhanov!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Manny Mercado!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Chad Campbell and Joseph Jones.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mercado checks the leg kick nicely there.
Akhtankhanov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Mercado checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Akhtankhanov lands a right hook to the body.
Mercado has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Akhtankhanov finds it's way round the side to connect with Mercado's head.
A slapping leg kick lands for Mercado.
Mercado checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Mercado is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Akhtankhanov.
Mercado cracks Akhtankhanov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Akhtankhanov works Mercado's body with a nice hook.
Akhtankhanov misses the jab.
Mercado tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mercado lands with a nice body kick.
Mercado misses with a low kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Akhtankhanov.
A chopping leg kick lands by Akhtankhanov.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Akhtankhanov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mercado moves away.
Mercado misses with an uppercut.
Akhtankhanov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Akhtankhanov scores with a sloppy right hand. Mercado should have avoided that one.
Akhtankhanov ducks under a wild hook from Mercado.
Akhtankhanov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jab, jab by Akhtankhanov - just one landing.
Akhtankhanov misses with a leg kick.
Mercado throws a big counter head kick but Akhtankhanov avoids it with no problem.
Mercado scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Mercado comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Akhtankhanov just misses with a punch to the body.
Akhtankhanov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Mercado looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Mercado misses with a body shot.
Mercado lands a slapping body shot.
Mercado swinging wildly here.
Mercado misses with a straight left.
Akhtankhanov avoids a kick to the body.
A quick step to the side and Akhtankhanov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mercado takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Mercado takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mercado drops his hands momentarily and Akhtankhanov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Akhtankhanov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Mercado on the side of the head.
Akhtankhanov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Akhtankhanov blocks a low kick nicely.
Akhtankhanov tries to clinch but Mercado moves out of range.
Mercado uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Akhtankhanov.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mercado with the inside leg kick.
Akhtankhanov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mercado moves away.
Mercado counters with a body kick.
Akhtankhanov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mercado.
Akhtankhanov takes a swing at Mercado's ribcage but misses.
Mercado on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Mercado throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Akhtankhanov takes the fight into the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Mercado.
Akhtankhanov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Akhtankhanov throws a punch but it's blocked by Mercado.
Akhtankhanov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Akhtankhanov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Mercado backwards.
Mercado swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Akhtankhanov throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Akhtankhanov fails to land.
Mercado struggles to land a body shot inside as Akhtankhanov controls his hands.
Mercado misses with a body punch.
Akhtankhanov working aggressively here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mercado.
Mercado has had enough of the clinch but Akhtankhanov keeps him there for the moment.
Akhtankhanov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Akhtankhanov swings wildly with an uppercut but Mercado uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mercado is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Akhtankhanov is keeping busy.
Mercado lands a left hand.
Mercado blocks an uppercut.
Mercado tries to break free but Akhtankhanov pushes him back against the cage.
Mercado pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Akhtankhanov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Good leg kick by Akhtankhanov.
Mercado keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A big left from Mercado misses.
Mercado checks a leg kick.
Akhtankhanov throws a body shot but no joy.
Akhtankhanov throws a front kick aimed at Mercado's knee but Mercado avoids it well.
Akhtankhanov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A slow jab from Akhtankhanov misses its intended target.
Akhtankhanov throws a leg kick but Mercado moved away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mercado! But no joy.
Akhtankhanov slips a jab from Mercado.
A nice leg kick from Mercado, right into the meat of the thigh.
Mercado pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Akhtankhanov misses with a right hand
and Mercado counters with a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mercado slips a straight right by Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov thuds a left hand into Mercado's body.
Mercado misses with a head kick.
Mercado throws an off balance right hand
and Akhtankhanov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Akhtankhanov lands a nice looking body kick.
Mercado throws a body shot but no joy.
Akhtankhanov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mercado throws a chopping leg kick but Akhtankhanov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mercado fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Akhtankhanov is out of range.
Mercado pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mercado avoids the body shot from Akhtankhanov.
Mercado pushes Akhtankhanov away with a front kick.
Akhtankhanov throws a leg kick that is checked
and Mercado counters with a stiff right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Sultanbek Akhtankhanov will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
Akhtankhanov throws a shot from downtown. Mercado moves away and avoids it.
Mercado shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Akhtankhanov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mercado.
A big right from Akhtankhanov misses.
Akhtankhanov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Mercado has time to react.
Mercado throws a head kick that misses.
That kick from Mercado tenderised Akhtankhanov's leg. Akhtankhanov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Mercado displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Akhtankhanov throws out the jab.
Sultanbek Akhtankhanov is winning the standup battle so far.
Some bone on bone action there as Mercado checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Mercado has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Mercado there as he acknowledges the shot.
Mercado looks for the body kick but Akhtankhanov saw that one coming.
Akhtankhanov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Akhtankhanov lands a nice hook to Mercado's body. Mercado takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Akhtankhanov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mercado sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mercado fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mercado scores with a nice strike.
A jab from Mercado misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mercado on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Akhtankhanov. Akhtankhanov obviously looking to wear him down.
Akhtankhanov clinches with his opponent.
Mercado blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mercado breaks from the clinch.
Mercado ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Mercado avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mercado scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Mercado takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Mercado throws a low kick but it's checked well by Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov missing with a left hand there. Mercado was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Akhtankhanov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mercado manages to avoid it.
Akhtankhanov digs a good body shot into Mercado's ribs.
Akhtankhanov throws a body punch but Mercado moves out of range.
Akhtankhanov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Akhtankhanov avoids the head kick by Mercado.
Akhtankhanov lands a nice looking kick to the body. Mercado takes a step back to recover.
Akhtankhanov misses with a wild body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mercado swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Mercado avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Mercado throws a jab when Akhtankhanov was well out of range.
Mercado pulls out of a head kick attempt.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Akhtankhanov looks to score with a jab to the body but Mercado is just out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Akhtankhanov. Mercado does a little dance to reset his feet.
Akhtankhanov moves away from the strike by Mercado.
Akhtankhanov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Mercado uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Akhtankhanov.
Mercado throws an overhand right that lands on Akhtankhanov's shoulder, as Akhtankhanov tries to avoid the shot.
Mercado fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Akhtankhanov on the side of the head.
Mercado avoids the body shot from Akhtankhanov.
Mercado waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Akhtankhanov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mercado takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Akhtankhanov takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Mercado on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Akhtankhanov. Akhtankhanov obviously looking to wear him down.
Mercado tries a head kick but it misses.
Akhtankhanov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mercado misses with a head kick.
Mercado moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Akhtankhanov takes a swing at Mercado's ribcage but misses.
Mercado looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Akhtankhanov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mercado doesn't seem bothered though.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mercado scores with a kick to the midsection.
Mercado throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mercado scores with a crisp jab that stopped Akhtankhanov in his tracks.
Akhtankhanov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Mercado is out of range and Akhtankhanov settles back down.
Mercado slips a jab from Akhtankhanov.
Mercado swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Akhtankhanov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Akhtankhanov lunges at Mercado with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Mercado's hand.
Sultanbek Akhtankhanov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Akhtankhanov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Mercado finds it's way round the side to connect with Akhtankhanov's head.
Mercado misses with a hook
and Akhtankhanov counters with an outside leg kick.
Good work by Akhtankhanov as he checks the leg kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mercado.
Akhtankhanov moves away from the strike by Mercado.
Akhtankhanov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mercado looks to score with a jab to the body but Akhtankhanov is just out of range.
Mercado tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
The fighters circling - Akhtankhanov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Akhtankhanov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mercado was well out of range. Poor timing from Akhtankhanov.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mercado moves away from the strike by Akhtankhanov.
Mercado throws a looping overhand right but Akhtankhanov ducks down to avoid it.
Akhtankhanov lands a head shot.
Mercado thumps Akhtankhanov with a low kick.
Akhtankhanov throws a leg kick but Mercado checks it.
Akhtankhanov misses the shot to the body.
Mercado wants to land a leg kick but Akhtankhanov is out of range.
Mercado gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Akhtankhanov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Mercado throws a body shot but no joy.
Mercado ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Akhtankhanov moves away.
Akhtankhanov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Akhtankhanov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mercado moves away.
Akhtankhanov jabs Mercado to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Mercado throws a jab but it's blocked by Akhtankhanov.
Mercado takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Akhtankhanov takes one to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Sultanbek Akhtankhanov will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
Mercado misses with a left hand
and Akhtankhanov counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Mercado misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Akhtankhanov.
Mercado slips under a jab.
Akhtankhanov misses the shot to the body.
Mercado throws a counter combo.
Akhtankhanov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mercado throws out the jab.
Akhtankhanov slips a jab from Mercado.
Mercado checks the leg kick.
Akhtankhanov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mercado throws a body punch but Akhtankhanov moves out of range.
Mercado lands with a kick to the ribs.
Mercado tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Akhtankhanov was well out of range. Poor timing from Mercado.
Some bone on bone action there as Akhtankhanov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mercado on the wrong end of a nice jab.
A punch combination from Mercado misses.
Akhtankhanov is looking to counter punch.
Mercado with a nice calf kick.
A combination from Mercado does no damage.
Akhtankhanov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Akhtankhanov scores with a body shot.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mercado misses with a double jab.
A slapping leg kick lands for Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mercado at a distance.
Akhtankhanov throws a leg kick
and Mercado counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Akhtankhanov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Akhtankhanov checks a leg kick.
Akhtankhanov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Akhtankhanov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Akhtankhanov.
Mercado throws a predictable looking body shot
and Mercado takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mercado wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Mercado pivots, looking for a leg kick but Akhtankhanov is out of range and Mercado settles back down.
A shot to the liver by Mercado. Beautiful body shot.
Mercado closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mercado is looking to chop away at Akhtankhanov's legs.
Akhtankhanov checks a leg kick.
Mercado lands with a kick to the temple. Akhtankhanov shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Sultanbek Akhtankhanov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Akhtankhanov connects with a single shot there.
Mercado scores with a nice right hand.
Akhtankhanov wants to slow Mercado down by chopping away at his legs.
Mercado ducks under a wild hook from Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov throws a hook but Mercado avoids it easily.
Akhtankhanov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Akhtankhanov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mercado tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mercado can't find room to land a body shot as Akhtankhanov controls the action.
A short right from Mercado on the inside.
Mercado's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Akhtankhanov blocking some punches.
Mercado breaks from the clinch.
Akhtankhanov scores with a leg kick.
Akhtankhanov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Mercado.
Mercado lands a right hook to the body.
Mercado takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mercado takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Mercado throws a leg kick but Akhtankhanov moved away.
Mercado scores with a head kick.
Akhtankhanov doesn't manage to clinch there - Mercado circles away.
Akhtankhanov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mercado has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Mercado tries to score with a low kick but Akhtankhanov moves his leg out of the way.
Mercado swats away the attempt to clinch by Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mercado.
Mercado throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Akhtankhanov's head.
Akhtankhanov scores with a hook to the body. Mercado takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Mercado throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov misses the shot to the body.
Mercado throws a wild body kick that Akhtankhanov sees coming a mile off.
A nice leg kick lands there from Akhtankhanov.
Mercado does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mercado. Akhtankhanov does a little dance to reset his feet.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Akhtankhanov wants to slow Mercado down by chopping away at his legs.
Mercado misses with a hook.
Akhtankhanov blocks a head kick by Mercado.
Akhtankhanov misses the body punch
and Mercado counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Akhtankhanov thumps Mercado with a low kick.
Akhtankhanov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Akhtankhanov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mercado scores with a nice right hand.
Manny Mercado has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Akhtankhanov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Akhtankhanov scores with a jab. Mercado acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Mercado tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Akhtankhanov was well out of range. Poor timing from Mercado.
Mercado misses with the combination.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Akhtankhanov. Mercado shrugs it off though.
An inside leg kick lands from Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov avoids the body shot from Mercado.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Manny Mercado.
Well Akhtankhanov 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sultanbek Akhtankhanov!
After the fight, Sultanbek Akhtankhanov was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Phet Mongkut (ranked 2383 p4p, 2314 weight class) and Roko Matijevic (ranked 246 p4p, 240 weight class). Mongkut comes to the cage accompanied by Piphat Ensemble. The fight MMA fans around the world have waited their entire lives for!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Phet Mongkut!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Roko Matijevic!
The judges for this bout are Russell Pearce, Anthony Taglia and Dean Styles.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Matijevic scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Mongkut clinches.
Mongkut scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Mongkut is trying to maintain a safe position but Matijevic gets an underhook and turns Mongkut into the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Mongkut scores with a nice short uppercut.
Matijevic struggles to land a body shot inside as Mongkut controls his hands.
Mongkut's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Mongkut manages to break the clinch.
Mongkut wants to clinch up but Matijevic keeps it at a distance.
Matijevic takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Mongkut bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mongkut has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Rough House in the buildup to the fight.
Mongkut slips under a jab.
Matijevic throws a right and a left that both miss.
It appears Mongkut was looking to counter with a kick there.
A chopping leg kick lands by Mongkut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mongkut lands a lovely overhand right.
Mongkut tries to land a front kick but Matijevic steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Matijevic ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Matijevic slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Mongkut tries to clinch but Matijevic is having none of it.
Mongkut keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Matijevic.
Mongkut uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Matijevic.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Nice straight punches there by Matijevic. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Matijevic.
Matijevic looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Mongkut tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Matijevic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mongkut connects with a leg kick.
Mongkut looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Matijevic throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Mongkut stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Mongkut swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Mongkut looks to throw the jab but Matijevic is out of range.
Mongkut throws the left hand but Matijevic avoids the punch easily.
Matijevic lands the left hand.
Matijevic works Mongkut's body with a nice hook.
Mongkut thows a leg kick but Matijevic checks it
and Matijevic counters with a stiff right hand.
Mongkut is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mongkut glances at the clock... BAM! Matijevic nails him with a big right hand! A momentary lapse in concentration sends Mongkut crashing to the mat! The referee steps in and this one is over! Damn, Mongkut is out of it, he thinks the ref is his opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Roko Matijevic!
Roko Matijevic decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Danny Danger (ranked 2253 p4p, 2251 weight class) and Kevin Jones (ranked 279 p4p, 278 weight class). I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 4 - 4 - 0, fighting out of New York, Danny Danger!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Kevin Jones!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, Joseph Jones and Bruno Lombardi.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Danger avoids the body shot from Jones.
Danger takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Danger ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Danger takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Jones lands a slapping body shot.
Jones darts in and clinches Danger up against the cage.
Danger misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jones has Danger pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Jones pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Danger tumbling to the mat - Jones dives into Danger's guard.
Danger looking for a sweep. Not yet Danger, not yet.
Danger pulls Jones in to control the position.
Danger keeping moving, preventing Jones from controlling successfully.
Danger controlling the position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Danger is trying to hold Jones in close to prevent damage but Jones has managed to pass into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jones is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Danger wants to control but Jones is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Danger wants to get back to full guard.
Jones controlling the action here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jones wants to control but Danger is keeping him busy.
Jones is working for a kimura but Danger is defending it quite comfortably.
Jones is controlling the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Jones trying to control from half guard but Danger is working away.
Danger is looking to improve his position.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Jones is trying to control. Danger wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Jones missing with a left hand there. Danger was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jones throws a body punch but Danger moves out of range.
Danger misses with a body shot.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Danger lands with a kick to the ribs.
A jab lands there for Jones.
Danger lands with an uppercut that bounces Jones off the cage and back into range.
Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Danger was well out of range. Poor timing from Jones.
Jones walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Danger looks to land a right hand but Jones moved out of range.
Jones lands a nice looking body shot.
Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Danger is just out of range.
Danger looks to land a body kick but Jones moved away.
Jones looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Danger!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jones tries to move to mount but Danger blocks the move with his legs.
You can see the frustration on Danger's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Jones goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Danger has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Jones but great work by Danger.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jones sneaks back into half guard.
Danger is keen to just control but Jones is a slippery customer.
Jones is trying to get back to full guard.
Jones is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Jones manages to get to full guard.
Jones escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Danger gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kevin Jones dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Danger is just out of range.
Danger takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jones rushes Danger and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Danger's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jones is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Danger rather than just go for the knockout.
Danger lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jones at a distance.
Danger uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jones.
Kevin Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Danger lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Danger ducks under a wild hook from Jones.
Jones shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Danger connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jones momentarily.
Danger connects with a nice looking jab.
Jones misses with an uppercut.
Jones misses with a double jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Danger connects with a crisp jab.
Danger blocks a jab.
The fighters circling - Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Danger throws the left hand but Jones avoids the punch easily.
Jones changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Danger swings for the body but Jones moves out of range.
Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Danger swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Danger looks to throw the jab but Jones is out of range.
Danger lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jones at a distance.
Jones has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jones throws a shot from downtown. Danger moves away and avoids it.
Danger misses with a hook. Jones ducked under it nicely.
Jones is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Jones connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Danger's hands.
Jones throws a looping overhand right but Danger ducks down to avoid it.
Danger appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Danger throws a big shot that misses.
Danny Danger is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jones looks to clinch
and Danger counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Danger. Those never looked like landing.
Jones lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Danger steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jones.
Jones misses with a double jab
and Danger makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Jones throws a hook but Danger avoids it easily.
Danger swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jones throws the left hand but Danger avoids the punch easily.
Danger defending well as Jones loads up on a big left hand.
Jones swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Danger counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A good leg kick by Danger.
Danger cracks Jones with a right hand to the side of the head.
Danger connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Danger misses with an uppercut. Jones saw that one coming.
Jones tries to counter with a clinch but Danger shakes him off and moves away.
Danger lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Jones doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jones takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Jones tries to clinch there but Danger circles away.
Danger keeps the fight on the outside.
Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Danger.
Jones misses with a body shot.
Jones avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jones moves in looking to clinch but Danger pushes him off.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jones. Danger does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jones is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Danger lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jones swings for the body but Danger moves out of range.
Jones closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
It looks like Danger has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Danger lands a jab.
Danger getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Jones misses with a wild body shot.
Danger swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Danger plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Danny Danger is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice shot lands for Danger.
Jones tries to clinch but Danger moves out of range.
Danger slips a jab from Jones.
Jones tries to clinch there but Danger circles away.
Danger staying out of range there.
Danger lands a leg kick that knocks Jones off balance momentarily.
Jones shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Danger manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
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!
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Danger holds on and takes a little breather.
Jones slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jones is looking to take a break and control but Danger is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Jones advances nicely into full mount.
Danger tries to hold on but Jones pushes him away.
Jones controlling his opponent.
Jones wants to control the pace but Danger is squirming around nicely.
Kevin Jones has got the better of the ground game so far.
Danger tries to reverse the position but Jones maintains control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Danny Danger dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!
Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Danger.
Good shot there by Danger.
Jones misses with a looping right.
Good shot there by Danger.
Jones ducks under a wild hook from Danger.
A decent looking cross lands there for Jones.
Danger avoids the body shot from Jones.
Jones swings widly with a right hand
and Danger connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Danger.
Danger throws a hook but Jones avoids it easily.
Jones looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Danger throws a jab but it's blocked by Jones.
Jones throws a right hand that Danger ducks under and follows up with a left that Danger also avoids with ease.
Jones takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Danger throws a quick inside leg kick.
Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Danger explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Danger fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Jones.
Danger throws a shot to the body.
Jones fails with a takedown attempt.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Danger lands a jab.
Danger uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Jones has time to react.
Jones misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Danger lands a body shot.
Danger takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Danger thuds a left hand into Jones's body.
Jones misses with a body shot
and Danger counters with a straight right hand.
A jab from Danger finds it's way through Jones's defenses.
Danger avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Danger throws a series of strikes that have Jones backpedaling.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head kick misses from Danger.
Jones swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Danger tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Danger.
Danger gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jones.
Danger throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Danger is just out of range.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Danger uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jones.
Good shot there by Jones.
Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Danger is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Danger buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Jones misses with a wild body shot.
Danger defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jones.
Jones ducks right into an uppercut from Danger.
Jones's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Jones takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Jones has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Jones throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Danger tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Jones is in Danger's guard.
Jones takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Jones trying to control but Danger is working from the bottom.
Danger is pulling down on Jones's head. It's preventing any offense from Jones, at least for the moment.
Danger looking to control but Jones passes into half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jones passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Danger!
Danger wants to hold on but Jones pushes him away.
Jones wants to control the pace but Danger is squirming around nicely.
Danger looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jones goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Danger is on top in guard.
Jones is trying to keep Danger in close.
Jones wants to stand but Danger is controlling the position.
Jones looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Jones keeps trying to improve his position.
Danger slips nicely into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Danny Danger showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Danger has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 29:28
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Danny Danger!
A very excited looking Danny Danger made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Chest Mangold (ranked 1256 p4p, 2266 weight class) and Aslanbek Akhtankhanov (ranked 138 p4p, 236 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Chest Mangold!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Aslanbek Akhtankhanov!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, David Schapiro and Reed Andrews.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Akhtankhanov crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Mangold - the referee stops the clock and Akhtankhanov gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Mangold. Akhtankhanov manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Akhtankhanov moves out of range of the strikes.
Akhtankhanov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mangold counters with a stiff right hand.
Mangold uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Akhtankhanov.
Mangold quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Akhtankhanov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mangold's sensitive parts.
Mangold scoring well with a low kick there.
Akhtankhanov moves away from the strike by Mangold.
Akhtankhanov lands with a good body shot.
Mangold thows a left - swing and a miss!
Akhtankhanov tried to score with a low kick but Mangold checks it.
Mangold swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Akhtankhanov scores with a nice right hand.
Mangold throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Akhtankhanov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Akhtankhanov lands with a good body shot.
Akhtankhanov throws a poor cross that misses
and Mangold counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Akhtankhanov throws a body punch but Mangold moves out of range.
Mangold misses with a kick to the body.
Akhtankhanov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Akhtankhanov lands a jab to the nose.
Akhtankhanov throws an off balance right hand
letting Mangold counter with a right hand.
Akhtankhanov lands a body shot.
Akhtankhanov misses with a low kick.
Akhtankhanov throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Mangold feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Mangold slips under a jab.
Mangold feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Akhtankhanov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Akhtankhanov lands with a nice body punch.
A clash of legs there as Mangold blocks the low kick.
A little feinted left hand from Mangold on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Akhtankhanov lands a lovely overhand right.
A nice leg kick from Akhtankhanov, right into the meat of the thigh.
Mangold looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Akhtankhanov misses with a leg kick
and Mangold counters with a right hand to the body.
Akhtankhanov takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Akhtankhanov lands a slapping body shot.
Akhtankhanov throws a lazy uppercut
and Mangold counters with a nice uppercut.
Mangold with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Akhtankhanov to score with a decent uppercut.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Akhtankhanov throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Akhtankhanov misses with a hook
and Mangold counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nice shot lands for Akhtankhanov.
Good leg kick by Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov cracks Mangold with a good jab.
Akhtankhanov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mangold throws out the jab.
Akhtankhanov tried to score with a low kick but Mangold checks it.
Akhtankhanov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Akhtankhanov lands a leg kick that knocks Mangold off balance momentarily.
Akhtankhanov cracks a nice hook into Mangold's ribs.
Akhtankhanov misses with a hook
and Mangold connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Akhtankhanov throws a solid leg kick but Mangold takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Akhtankhanov.
Mangold tried to counter with a leg kick but Akhtankhanov avoided it.
Mangold misses with an uppercut
and Akhtankhanov counters with a left to the body.
Akhtankhanov connects with a nice looking jab.
Mangold stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Akhtankhanov.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Akhtankhanov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mangold connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Akhtankhanov lands a slapping body shot.
Akhtankhanov missing with a left hand there. Mangold was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mangold doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Akhtankhanov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Akhtankhanov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Aslanbek Akhtankhanov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Akhtankhanov lands a right hook to the body.
Akhtankhanov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Mangold throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mangold blocks a low kick nicely.
Akhtankhanov lands a nice shot to the body.
Akhtankhanov thuds a left hand into Mangold's body.
Akhtankhanov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Akhtankhanov just misses with a punch to the body.
Mangold swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Akhtankhanov connects with a solid leg kick.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
That kick from Mangold tenderised Akhtankhanov's leg. Akhtankhanov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Akhtankhanov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Mangold jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Mangold chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Akhtankhanov tests Mangold's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Mangold is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
That kick from Akhtankhanov tenderised Mangold's leg. Mangold is trying to keep his angry face on.
Akhtankhanov lands a lovely overhand right.
Akhtankhanov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mangold has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Akhtankhanov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Akhtankhanov connects with an inside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Akhtankhanov throws a nice outside leg kick.
Akhtankhanov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Akhtankhanov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Mangold misses with an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aslanbek Akhtankhanov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Akhtankhanov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Mangold might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Akhtankhanov is looking to slow Mangold down with leg kicks.
Mangold avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Akhtankhanov throws a leg kick that is checked
and Mangold counters with an inside leg kick.
Mangold throws a push kick but Akhtankhanov slaps the foot to one side.
Akhtankhanov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Mangold takes a swing at Akhtankhanov's ribcage but misses.
Akhtankhanov throws a front kick aimed at Mangold's knee but Mangold avoids it well.
Mangold walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Akhtankhanov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Akhtankhanov fails to land with a series of punches.
Akhtankhanov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mangold doesn't seem bothered though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mangold throws an overhand right that lands on Akhtankhanov's shoulder, as Akhtankhanov tries to avoid the shot.
Good shot there by Akhtankhanov.
Aslanbek Akhtankhanov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mangold tries to move into range but Akhtankhanov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Mangold slips under a jab.
Akhtankhanov avoids the body shot from Mangold.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Mangold lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Akhtankhanov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Akhtankhanov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Akhtankhanov misses with a body shot.
Akhtankhanov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Mangolds jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Mangold moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Akhtankhanov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Mangold takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Akhtankhanov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Akhtankhanov with a nice calf kick.
Mangold takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A swing and a miss from Akhtankhanov.
Mangold blocks a jab.
Akhtankhanov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mangold.
Akhtankhanov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A little feinted left hand from Mangold on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Akhtankhanov lands a glancing blow to the side of Mangold's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mangold checks a leg kick.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mangold swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Akhtankhanov thuds a left hand into Mangold's body.
Akhtankhanov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Akhtankhanov just misses with a punch to the body.
Mangold is looking to counter punch.
Mangold thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mangold has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Akhtankhanov finds it's way round the side to connect with Mangold's head.
A jab from Mangold misses.
Akhtankhanov throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Akhtankhanov misses the shot to the body.
Mangold avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Mangold chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Akhtankhanov can pounce on him.
Akhtankhanov throws a looping overhand right but Mangold ducks down to avoid it.
Akhtankhanov dips to his left and cracks Mangold with an uppercut!
Akhtankhanov misses with an uppercut
and Mangold connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Akhtankhanov throws a chopping leg kick but Mangold manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Akhtankhanov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mangold at a distance.
Mangold ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mangold has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Akhtankhanov finds it's way round the side to connect with Mangold's head.
Akhtankhanov throws a leg kick
and Akhtankhanov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Akhtankhanov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mangold.
Akhtankhanov digs a good hook to Mangold's body.
Mangold throws a hook but Akhtankhanov blocks it.
Jab, jab by Akhtankhanov - just one landing.
Good leg kick by Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov misses with a hook.
Mangold misses with a hook.
Akhtankhanov lands a right hook to the body.
Akhtankhanov blocks the body kick.
Akhtankhanov feints and then cracks Mangold's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mangold down.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mangold bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mangold throwing a counter right hand but Akhtankhanov manages to avoid it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A big right from Akhtankhanov misses.
Akhtankhanov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Good leg kick by Akhtankhanov.
Mangold uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Akhtankhanov.
A shot to the liver by Akhtankhanov. Beautiful body shot.
Akhtankhanov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Akhtankhanov misses with a few strikes there.
Akhtankhanov tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Mangold thinks about countering with a body kick.
Akhtankhanov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Mangold. Mangold circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Akhtankhanov throws a lazy right hand but Mangold sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mangold is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Mangold is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Mangold keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Akhtankhanov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Akhtankhanov throws a leg kick which misses Mangold's front leg but catches the back leg as Mangold tries to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aslanbek Akhtankhanov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
Akhtankhanov is looking to slow Mangold down with leg kicks.
Akhtankhanov throws a quick inside leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Akhtankhanov. That's going to slow Mangold down.
Good shot there by Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov throws a lazy uppercut
and Mangold counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mangold on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Akhtankhanov misses the shot to the body.
Mangold takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Akhtankhanov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mangold throws a leg kick that misses.
Akhtankhanov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Mangold's hands.
Mangold ducks right into an uppercut from Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov digs a good hook to Mangold's body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mangold throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Akhtankhanov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Akhtankhanov lands a nice shot that snaps Mangold's head back.
Mangold throws a leg kick but Akhtankhanov checks it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mangold keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Akhtankhanov looks to land a right hand but Mangold moved out of range.
Akhtankhanov throws the left hand but Mangold avoids the punch easily.
Akhtankhanov throws a low kick but Mangold moves out of range easily.
Mangold's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Akhtankhanov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Mangold scrambles back to his feet.
Nice body punch from Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Akhtankhanov throws a chopping leg kick but Mangold manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Mangold tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Akhtankhanov swings for the body but Mangold moves out of range.
Mangold looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A nice leg kick from Akhtankhanov, right into the meat of the thigh.
Mangold fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Akhtankhanov manages to avoid it.
Mangold lands a slapping body shot.
Jab by Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov is looking to chop away at Mangold's legs.
Aslanbek Akhtankhanov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mangold fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Akhtankhanov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Akhtankhanov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Akhtankhanov finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Akhtankhanov thows a leg kick but Mangold checks it
letting Mangold counter with a right hand.
Akhtankhanov does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
A low kick from Akhtankhanov is predictable there
letting Mangold counter with a right hand.
That kick from Mangold tenderised Akhtankhanov's leg. Akhtankhanov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Akhtankhanov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Akhtankhanov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Akhtankhanov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Mangold. Mangold circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Mangold looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Akhtankhanov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Akhtankhanov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Mangold thows a left - swing and a miss!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Akhtankhanov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mangold manages to avoid it.
Akhtankhanov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Mangold looks to land a right hand but Akhtankhanov moved out of range.
Akhtankhanov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A nice leg kick from Akhtankhanov, right into the meat of the thigh.
Akhtankhanov catches Mangold with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Akhtankhanov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Akhtankhanov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mangold.
Akhtankhanov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Akhtankhanov lands a head shot.
Akhtankhanov feints and then cracks Mangold's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mangold down.
Akhtankhanov lands a right hook to the body.
Mangold looks to land a body kick but Akhtankhanov moved away.
Akhtankhanov misses with a body punch
and Mangold counters with a straight right hand.
Mangold throws a low kick, looking for Akhtankhanov's leg but Akhtankhanov calmly moves out of range.
Akhtankhanov lands a body shot.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Akhtankhanov lands with an uppercut that bounces Mangold off the cage and back into range.
Mangold misses with a hook.
Mangold drops his hands momentarily and Akhtankhanov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Mangold throws a looping overhand right but Akhtankhanov ducks down to avoid it.
Mangold looks to throw the jab but Akhtankhanov is out of range.
Chest Mangold has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Akhtankhanov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Akhtankhanov throws a leg kick
and Mangold counters with a stiff right hand.
Akhtankhanov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Akhtankhanov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Mangold stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Akhtankhanov takes a swing at Mangold's ribcage but misses.
The fighters circling - Mangold throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mangold thows a left - swing and a miss!
Akhtankhanov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Mangold with a body shot.
Mangold takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
And that's the end of the fight!
Aslanbek Akhtankhanov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Akhtankhanov 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 John Roberts scores the fight 27:30
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 27:30
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aslanbek Akhtankhanov!
In his post fight interview, Aslanbek Akhtankhanov started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Huber Schlesien (ranked 1029 p4p, 2955 weight class) and Herbert Kreischer (ranked 143 p4p, 363 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 6 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Huber Schlesien!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Herbert Kreischer!
The judges for this bout are Russell Pearce, Alyssa Summers and Columbo Gatti.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Schlesien takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Schlesien tries a head kick but it misses.
Schlesien scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kreischer misses with a looping right.
Schlesien is looking to counter with head kicks.
Schlesien lands with a hook. Kreischer tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kreischer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Schlesien.
Kreischer jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kreischer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Schlesien.
Danga de danga de dang - Kreischer scores with a four punch combination!
Kreischer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Schlesien was well out of range. Poor timing from Kreischer.
Kreischer takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
We've been informed that Kreischer 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.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kreischer fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kreischer avoids the head kick by Schlesien.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Schlesien.
Schlesien throws out a loose jab but Kreischer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kreischer wants to counter with a clinch but Schlesien pushes him away.
Kreischer misses with a hook to the body
and Schlesien counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A jab from Kreischer misses.
Kreischer throws a poor cross that misses
and Kreischer takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Schlesien looks to score with a jab to the body but Kreischer is just out of range.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Schlesien takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Schlesien throws a head punch that misses.
Kreischer misses with a short punch on the inside.
Schlesien takes a shot to the head.
Kreischer goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Schlesien avoiding damage as Kreischer throws knees to the body.
Kreischer scores with a knee to the head.
 It looks like Huber Schlesien has been cut.
Kreischer misses with a knee strike.
A head punch on the inside from Schlesien fails to land.
Schlesien makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Schlesien goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kreischer misses with the head strike.
Kreischer tries a body shot but Schlesien blocks it.
Kreischer takes a shot to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kreischer tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Schlesien avoids it.
Kreischer struggles to land a body shot inside as Schlesien controls his hands.
Schlesien ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Schlesien no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Kreischer in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kreischer is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kreischer distracts Schlesien with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Kreischer postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kreischer lands a couple of digs.
Schlesien working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kreischer doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kreischer manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kreischer got a little sloppy there for a moment and Schlesien has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kreischer has managed to get both his arms back between Schlesien's legs - danger averted.
Schlesien has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Kreischer should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Schlesien has tightened it up now! Kreischer should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Huber Schlesien!
Huber Schlesien spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Dick Glover (ranked 2400 p4p, 2363 weight class) and Napoleon Booker (ranked 293 p4p, 288 weight class). Booker has chosen Animal-Maroon 5 as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Man, I cannot wait for this one!
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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 7 - 4 - 0, fighting out of London, Dick Glover!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Napoleon Booker!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Dean Styles and Reed Andrews.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Booker jabs Glover right on the nose. Glover blinks but takes it well.
It looks like Dick Glover has been cut.
Booker steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Glover.
Glover throws a lazy uppercut
and Booker counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Booker lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Booker bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Glover's head backwards.
Booker cracks Glover with a good jab.
Glover avoids the body shot from Booker.
Booker throws a predictable looking body shot
and Glover counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Booker really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Glover. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Booker is looking to escape.
Glover trying to control from half guard but Booker is working away.
Glover thows a huge punch but Booker dodges it nicely.
Glover drops an elbow to the side of Booker's head.
Glover winds up and cracks Booker with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Booker pushes Glover off and gets back to his feet.
Booker avoids a punch combination nicely.
Booker is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Nice defenses there by Glover.
Glover tries to counter with a takedown but Booker is quick to defend against it.
Glover ducks under a wild hook from Booker.
Glover tries to counter with a takedown but Booker is quick to defend against it.
Napoleon Booker is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Booker moves away from the strike by Glover.
Glover misses with a wild body shot.
Booker misses with a straight right.
Booker wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Glover ducks under a wild hook from Booker.
Glover tries to counter with a takedown but Booker is quick to defend against it.
Glover moves away from the strike by Booker.
Glover appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A jab from Booker misses.
Glover moves to clinch but Booker breaks away
and Booker counters with a nice uppercut.
Glover throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Booker sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Glover walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Booker throws a big shot that misses.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A punch combination from Booker misses.
Sloppy strikes from Booker. Those never looked like landing.
Glover dodges the punch combination from Booker.
Glover has been working on his balance at Cause & Effect, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Booker.
Booker missing with a left hand there. Glover was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Booker scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Glover swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Glover fails with the takedown
and Booker counters with a stiff right hand.
Booker darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Booker throws a hook but Glover blocks it.
Booker misses with a looping left.
Glover on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Booker drops Glover with a beautiful combination! Glover stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Booker is looking for the KO!
Glover tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Booker was well out of range. Poor timing from Glover.
Booker throws a body punch but Glover moves out of range.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Booker throws a hook but Glover blocks it.
Booker is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Glover had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Glover swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Glover with a poor takedown
and Booker counters with a crisp right hand that drops Glover! Booker lets Glover back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Dick Glover's cut is getting worse.
Glover closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Booker to the mat! Booker manages to get full guard.
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!
Glover throws a big elbow that misses.
Glover 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.
Glover working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Glover throws an elbow that misses. Booker uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Glover's guard. Nice move by Booker!
Glover looking for a sweep. Not yet Glover, not yet.
Booker has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Glover is proving hard to escape from.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Booker stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Glover swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Glover wants to sweep but no luck.
Booker must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Glover is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Glover bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Booker's guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Booker wants to stand up but Glover is controlling him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Napoleon Booker dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Dick Glover's cut.
That's time! Glover's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
A slow jab from Glover misses its intended target.
Booker lunges at Glover with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Glover's hand.
Glover uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Booker.
Booker tries to sprawl but Glover drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Dick Glover overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Booker looks like he's trying to stand up.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Glover throwing shots but Booker is blocking nicely.
Glover is looking to stall here but Booker recovers full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Glover throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Booker has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Glover throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Booker works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Glover distracts Booker with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Glover is working Booker over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Glover throwing strikes but missing.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Glover's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Booker can do anything to dispel that myth.
Booker preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Glover throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Booker works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Booker has momentary wrist control but Glover slips an elbow through the middle.
Glover stays in close to Booker's body and controls the position.
Glover keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Booker's head.
Glover forces his way into half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Glover lands with a punch from half guard.
Glover landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Ground and pound from Glover.
Glover perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Glover lands strikes from half guard.
Glover thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Glover is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Booker felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Glover thows a huge punch but Booker dodges it nicely.
Glover stalling away here and it's allowed Booker to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Glover throwing strikes but missing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Glover throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Glover passes into half guard.
Glover is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Glover drops an elbow to the side of Booker's head.
Booker is looking to escape.
Glover thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Booker's head.
Booker tries to kick Glover off but Glover keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Glover thows a huge punch but Booker dodges it nicely.
Glover not landing any meaningful shots this time.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Glover throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Glover takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Glover throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Glover lands a nice short elbow.
Nice strikes from Glover there.
Glover not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Glover missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Booker blocking the ground and pound attempt from Glover.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Glover throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Booker blocking the ground and pound attempt from Glover.
Glover looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dick Glover dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Dick Glover's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
Glover keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Booker.
Napoleon Booker seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Booker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Glover moves away.
Glover doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Glover takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice jab there from Glover.
Glover misses with an uppercut
and Booker counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Glover takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Booker throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Glover stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Glover tries for a takedown but Booker sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
It seemed like Booker was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Booker takes a swing at Glover's ribcage but misses.
Booker might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Glover lands a right hook to the body.
Booker keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Booker throws a body punch but Glover moves out of range.
Glover tries to counter with a takedown but Booker is quick to defend against it.
Glover instigates a clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Glover pushes Booker back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Glover has Booker pressed against the cage.
Booker wants to break free but Glover has control.
Booker escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The fighters circling - Booker throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Booker scores with a hook to the body. Glover takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Glover fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Booker manages to avoid it.
Glover lands a body shot.
Glover ducks under a wild hook from Booker.
Glover throws a jab when Booker was well out of range.
Booker has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Glover scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Glover in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Glover misses with the ground and pound.
Glover throws an elbow but Booker slips to the side and avoids it well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Glover working the ground and pound but Booker is defending the strikes.
Glover working the head with strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Booker dodges the ground and pound from Glover.
Glover misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Glover passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Booker!
Glover landing strikes from the mount and Booker is in trouble!
Booker takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Booker is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Booker taking shots to the head.
Glover sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Glover is in full mount looking to finish with strikes. He lands a big shot, followed by another and Booker goes limp! The ref jumps in to end the fight - a big win for Glover!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Dick Glover!
Dick Glover thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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energy
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hype
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pop
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mgr
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FIGHT
RATING
72% |
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