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AWC 2022 - Quarter Finals C PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Aleksandar Dobrosav (ranked 25078 p4p, 6153 weight class) and Lasar Petrov (ranked 684 p4p, 633 weight class). I'm sure you'll be fascinated to know that I was talking to some pointless Z list celebrity before the fight and he thought that Lasar Petrov was going to win. Let's see if he was right.
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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 2 - 3 - 0, fighting out of London, Aleksandar Dobrosav!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Lasar Petrov!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Mauricio Rocha and Thiago Cunha.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dobrosav goes for a double leg but Petrov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Petrov continues to drive forward.
Petrov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Petrov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Petrov lands a two punch combo.
 It looks like Aleksandar Dobrosav has been cut.
Dobrosav smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Dobrosav shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Petrov defends it nicely.
Dobrosav showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Petrov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petrov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Dobrosav dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Petrov. That did some damage!
Dobrosav throws a nice inside leg kick.
Lasar Petrov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Petrov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Dobrosav under the eye.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A nice inside leg kick there by Dobrosav. That's going to slow Petrov down.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Petrov takes one to the chin there.
Petrov connects with the punch.
Dobrosav avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Petrov tries to clinch up but Dobrosav circles away and keeps his distance.
Petrov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Petrov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Petrov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dobrosav.
Petrov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dobrosav throws a body shot but no joy.
Dobrosav takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Dobrosav fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Petrov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Petrov throws a combination. Dobrosav tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dobrosav takes a swing at Petrov's ribcage but misses.
Petrov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dobrosav moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Petrov misses with a double jab
and Dobrosav connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Petrov tries to bum rush Dobrosav with a series of wild strikes but Dobrosav uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Dobrosav seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Dobrosav circles away from the clinch attempt.
Petrov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Dobrosav drives through and clinches with Petrov against the cage.
Dobrosav misses with some punches.
Dobrosav landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Dobrosav can't find room to land a body shot as Petrov controls the action.
Petrov prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aleksandar Dobrosav. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dobrosav with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Petrov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dobrosav jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Petrov walks away with a smile on his face. Dobrosav gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
A right-left combo lands from Petrov.
Petrov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Petrov has managed to clinch.
Petrov breaks the clinch.
Petrov wants to clinch up but Dobrosav keeps it at a distance.
Dobrosav tries to counter by clinching up but Petrov breaks away and moves out of range.
Dobrosav shoots in but Petrov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Petrov lunges at Dobrosav with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dobrosav's hand.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Petrov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Dobrosav to the ground. Petrov is now in Dobrosav's guard.
Petrov won't allow Dobrosav to sweep him here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Petrov wants to stand but Dobrosav has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Dobrosav is working an open guard so Petrov takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Petrov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dobrosav. Dobrosav obviously looking to wear him down.
Dobrosav tries to clinch there but Petrov circles away.
And Petrov tries to counter it with a takedown but Dobrosav pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Petrov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dobrosav gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Petrov to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Dobrosav looking to control.
Petrov is looking to pass into half guard but Dobrosav pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Dobrosav is in guard.
Petrov keeping full guard, as Dobrosav tries to pass.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lasar Petrov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Aleksandar Dobrosav's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Petrov's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Petrov duly obliges.
Petrov swinging wildly here.
Dobrosav works Petrov's body with a nice hook.
Dobrosav tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Aleksandar Dobrosav is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Petrov slaps away a takedown attempt from Dobrosav, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Petrov lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Sloppy strikes from Petrov. Those never looked like landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dobrosav dodges the punch combination from Petrov.
Dobrosav moves into range and connects with a jab.
Dobrosav misses with the combination.
Lasar Petrov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dobrosav takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Petrov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Dobrosav bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Dobrosav is looking to take a break and control but Petrov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Petrov is trying to buck Dobrosav off.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dobrosav postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Petrov is trying to buck Dobrosav off.
Petrov prevents Dobrosav from moving into mount.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Petrov is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Dobrosav dodges the punch combination from Petrov.
Dobrosav was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Petrov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dobrosav.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dobrosav looks to land a left hand but Petrov moved out of range nicely.
Petrov works over Dobrosav's head and body with a nice combination.
Petrov throws a good cross that connects.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dobrosav fails in his attempt to clinch.
Petrov forces Dobrosav back against the cage and clinches.
Dobrosav swings wildly with an uppercut but Petrov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dobrosav wants a takedown but no success here.
Dobrosav manages to break the clinch.
Dobrosav dives in and grabs Petrov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Petrov pushes down on Dobrosav's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aleksandar Dobrosav. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Petrov moves into range and clinches up with Dobrosav.
Petrov lands with a light punch inside.
Petrov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Petrov breaks from the clinch.
Petrov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Petrov thuds his right hand into Dobrosav's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Petrov works over Dobrosav's head and body with a nice combination.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Petrov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Petrov moves in looking to clinch but Dobrosav pushes him off.
Petrov lands a left and a right that send Dobrosav crashing to the mat, dazed. Petrov thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
 Dobrosav is rocked!
Petrov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Dobrosav looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Dobrosav throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A solid leg kick lands there for Dobrosav.
Dobrosav tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Petrov swivels and escapes.
Petrov misses with a double jab.
Petrov swinging wildly here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lasar Petrov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Aleksandar Dobrosav's cut.
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!
Nice body punch from Dobrosav.
Petrov throws a one two combo.
Petrov misses with a combination
and Dobrosav counters with a one-two to the body.
Dobrosav tries to score with a low kick but Petrov moves his leg out of the way.
Petrov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Petrov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dobrosav.
Petrov cracks Dobrosav with a right hand to the side of the head.
Petrov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Petrov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Petrov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Petrov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Dobrosav eats them both and turns towards Petrov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Petrov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dobrosav wants to clinch.
Dobrosav cracks Petrov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Petrov pushes Dobrosav up against the cage in a clinch.
Dobrosav swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dobrosav tries to land a knee to the head but Petrov blocks with his arms.
Dobrosav throws an elbow but it misses.
Dobrosav can't get the takedown.
Dobrosav tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Petrov just stands there and leans against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Petrov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Petrov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Petrov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Petrov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Dobrosav sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Dobrosav moves into the clinch successfully.
Petrov breaks the clinch.
Dobrosav fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dobrosav connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Petrov's hands.
Dobrosav looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aleksandar Dobrosav. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dobrosav swings for the body but Petrov moves out of range.
As Dobrosav backs off Petrov throws a huge counter combo but Dobrosav manages to avoid it all.
Petrov tries to clinch
and Dobrosav counters with a left and a right that stings Petrov.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Petrov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Danga de danga de dang - Petrov scores with a four punch combination!
Petrov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Dobrosav rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Petrov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Petrov looks to land a combination but Dobrosav avoids it well.
Petrov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Dobrosavs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Petrov misses with a wild combination.
Petrov doesn't manage to clinch there - Dobrosav circles away.
Dobrosav throws a big counter combination but Petrov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Dobrosav connects with a body shot.
Petrov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Petrov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Petrov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Dobrosav shoots in looking for a takedown. Petrov tries to sprawl out of it but Dobrosav keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Petrov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Petrov managing to block the knees to the body from Dobrosav.
Aleksandar Dobrosav has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dobrosav tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Petrov smiles and moves away.
Good shot there by Dobrosav.
Lasar Petrov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Petrov 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.
Petrov dives in for a single leg takedown but Dobrosav sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lasar Petrov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Petrov winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 27:30
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lasar Petrov!
In defeat, Aleksandar Dobrosav stepped up to the mic, saying 'I will be back stronger than ever. Thank you for coming.'.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Rendall Carter (ranked 5454 p4p, 4436 weight class) and Otis Ostrowski (ranked 556 p4p, 512 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 welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Rendall Carter!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Otis Ostrowski!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Alexandre Firmino and Felipe Paraventi.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ostrowski misses with a hook. Carter ducked under it nicely.
Ostrowski on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Ostrowski moves into range and connects with a jab.
Carter loads up on a big right hand but Ostrowski slips the punch.
Ostrowski scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Carter takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A cross from Ostrowski lands.
Ostrowski cracks Carter with an open hand slap.
Carter moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Ostrowski lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ostrowski connects with a crisp jab.
Carter ducks under a wild hook from Ostrowski.
Carter looks to land a right hand but Ostrowski moved out of range.
Ostrowski checks a leg kick.
Ostrowski throws a body shot but no joy.
Carter fires out a quick counter leg kick but Ostrowski just manages to avoid it.
Ostrowski misses with a left hand
and Carter counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ostrowski waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Carter.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Carter uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ostrowski.
Carter slips a straight right by Ostrowski.
Carter lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Ostrowski looks to throw the jab but Carter is out of range.
As Ostrowski looks to move away, Carter throws a big counter combo but Ostrowski just gets out of the way.
Ostrowski slips under a jab.
Ostrowski swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ostrowski. Carter does a little dance to reset his feet.
Carter misses with a few strikes there.
Ostrowski slips a jab and a cross from Carter.
Ostrowski misses with a hook. Carter ducked under it nicely.
Carter throws a big shot that misses.
Ostrowski looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Carter really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Ostrowski scores with the left hand. Carter knows he should have avoided that one.
Ostrowski sizes up Carter with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A decent looking cross lands there for Ostrowski.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ostrowski scores with a sloppy right hand. Carter should have avoided that one.
Ostrowski throws a big shot that misses.
Carter uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ostrowski.
Carter throws a big counter combination but Ostrowski scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ostrowski throws a shot from downtown. Carter moves away and avoids it.
Ostrowski steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Carter.
Ostrowski looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nice uppercut there from Ostrowski.
Ostrowski connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Carter's hands.
Jab by Carter.
Ostrowski ducks right into an uppercut from Carter.
Ostrowski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Carter.
Ostrowski has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Ostrowski there as he acknowledges the shot.
A lazy left from Ostrowski finds it's target.
Carter misses with the combination.
Ostrowski looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Carter drops his hands momentarily and Ostrowski takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Carter misses with a looping left.
Carter fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Ostrowski throws a looping overhand right but Carter ducks down to avoid it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ostrowski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Carter lands a glancing blow to the side of Ostrowski's head.
Ostrowski lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Carter throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sloppy strikes from Carter. Those never looked like landing.
Ostrowski tests Carter's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Danga de danga de dang - Carter scores with a four punch combination!
Ostrowski lands a head shot.
Ostrowski is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Carter had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Carter throws a right and a left that Ostrowski avoids nicely.
Ostrowski blocks a jab.
Ostrowski lands a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ostrowski scores with a jab to the head.
Carter looks to land a left hand but Ostrowski moved out of range nicely.
Carter misses with a few strikes there.
Ostrowski keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Carter takes one to the chin there.
Carter rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ostrowski moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A punch combination from Carter misses.
Carter fails to land with a series of punches.
Ostrowski lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Ostrowski with a hook.
Otis Ostrowski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Carter fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ostrowski manages to avoid it.
Ostrowski getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ostrowski. Carter does a little dance to reset his feet.
Carter connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Ostrowski scores with the left hand. Carter knows he should have avoided that one.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ostrowski fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Carter on the side of the head.
We've been told by Carter's head coaches at PSE Elite $100 (16coaches) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
A big left from Ostrowski misses.
Carter swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Carter looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Carter takes one to the chin there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Otis Ostrowski dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Nice cross by Ostrowski.
Nice defenses there by Carter.
A cross from Ostrowski lands.
Ostrowski throws a poor cross that misses
and Carter counters with a two punch combo.
Ostrowski connects with a looping right hand.
Ostrowski misses the shot to the body.
Ostrowski swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Carter counters with a series of strikes. Ostrowski will be more careful next time no doubt.
Ostrowski misses with an uppercut. Carter saw that one coming.
Ostrowski scores with a hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A jab from Ostrowski finds it's way through Carter's defenses.
Ostrowski scores with a hook.
Carter is rocked!
Carter throws a series of punches but Ostrowski avoids them all with ease.
Carter throws a hook to the side of Ostrowski's head but Ostrowski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The fighters circling - Carter throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ostrowski throws an overhand right that lands on Carter's shoulder, as Carter tries to avoid the shot.
Carter throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
No joy there for Carter, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Carter swings for the body but Ostrowski moves out of range.
Carter moves out of range of the strikes.
Carter avoids the body shot from Ostrowski.
Ostrowski scores with a nice strike.
Ostrowski throws a hook to the side of Carter's head but Carter sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ostrowski feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Carters jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Carter steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ostrowski.
Nice uppercut there from Ostrowski.
Carter swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A little jabbing left from Ostrowski on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ostrowski lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Decent striking displayed by Ostrowski there.
Carter slips a jab from Ostrowski.
Carter drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Oh Carter is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ostrowski lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ostrowski scores with a decent looking hook.
Ostrowski has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ostrowski circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Carter to the canvas! Carter doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Ostrowski keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Otis Ostrowski!
Otis Ostrowski 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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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Abu Schaubi (ranked 3925 p4p, 4217 weight class) and Jairzinho Da Silva (ranked 462 p4p, 480 weight class). Jairzinho Da Silva has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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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 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Abu Schaubi!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Jairzinho Da Silva!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Mauricio Rocha and Edson Gomes.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Da Silva lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Jairzinho Da Silva seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Da Silva fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Da Silva digs a good body shot into Schaubi's ribs.
Da Silva lets loose with a powerful body kick. Schaubi will feel that in the morning.
Da Silva tests Schaubi's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Da Silva throws a leg kick which misses Schaubi's front leg but catches the back leg as Schaubi tries to avoid it.
Schaubi tries to clinch but Da Silva is having none of it.
Da Silva scores with a punch to the head.
Schaubi tries to clinch up
and Da Silva counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Schaubi misses with a body punch
and Da Silva counters with a nice uppercut.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Schaubi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Schaubi ducks under a wild hook from Da Silva.
As Da Silva tries to get set, Schaubi tries to push him back and clinch up but Da Silva manages to avoid the attempt.
Da Silva throws out a loose jab but Schaubi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Schaubi doesn't manage to clinch there - Da Silva circles away.
Da Silva fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Schaubi has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Da Silva ducks under a wild hook from Schaubi.
Da Silva misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Da Silva digs a good hook to Schaubi's body.
Da Silva scores with a hook to the body. Schaubi takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Schaubi looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Schaubi takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Da Silva connects with a high kick.
Da Silva throws out a powerful jab.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Da Silva throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Da Silva lands a big uppercut and Schaubi crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Schaubi looks OK. Da Silva waves Schaubi back to his feet!
Schaubi is rocked!
Da Silva flashes Schaubi a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. Schaubi's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. Schaubi crumples to the floor! He's out cold! Da Silva punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jairzinho Da Silva!
During a confident post fight interview, Jairzinho Da Silva thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Abu Schaubi spoke after the fight, saying 'Gawld dawg'.
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Simon Phoenix (ranked 4489 p4p, 3684 weight class) and John Burdon (ranked 477 p4p, 405 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 2 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Simon Phoenix!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, John Burdon!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Alexandre Firmino and Matheus Silva.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Phoenix throws out a leg kick but Burdon moves out of range and Phoenix only half commits.
Phoenix has his takedown stuffed
and Burdon counters with a nice uppercut.
Phoenix lands a nice hook to Burdon's body. Burdon takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Phoenix takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
It looks like Simon Phoenix has been cut.
Phoenix on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Burdon takes a swing at Phoenix's ribcage but misses.
Phoenix throws out a loose jab but Burdon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Phoenix definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Burdon connects with a good right hand that stumbles Phoenix. Phoenix circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Burdon throws a lazy right hand but Phoenix sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A thudding body kick lands there by Phoenix!
Phoenix throws a body kick that misses.
Burdon has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Burdon works Phoenix's body with a nice hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Burdon slips under a jab.
Phoenix throws a body shot but no joy.
Phoenix cracks Burdon with a good jab.
Burdon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Phoenix.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Burdon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A head kick misses from Phoenix.
John Burdon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Burdon swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Phoenix with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Burdon to score with a decent uppercut.
Burdon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Burdon misses with an uppercut.
Burdon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Phoenix.
Burdon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Phoenix misses with an uppercut
enabling Burdon to counter with a crisp jab.
Phoenix shoots in but Burdon avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Phoenix misses with a leg kick
and Burdon counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Phoenix fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Burdon is out of range.
Burdon scores with a sloppy right hand. Phoenix should have avoided that one.
Phoenix is rocked!
Burdon knocks out Phoenix with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Burdon before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Burdon picks up the big W with a huge KO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). John Burdon!
Our winner, John Burdon, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Seiji Tanikawa (ranked 4416 p4p, 3594 weight class) and Dagestani Wrestler (ranked 527 p4p, 454 weight class). Both fighter's entrance songs getting the crowd jumping here.
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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 1 - 3 - 0, fighting out of London, Seiji Tanikawa!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 3 - 0, fighting out of New York, Dagestani Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Leandro Rodrigues and Thiago Cunha.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tanikawa ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Wrestler misses with a takedown attempt
and Tanikawa counters with a good low kick that Wrestler was not able to check.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Wrestler has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Tanikawa lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
 It looks like Dagestani Wrestler has been cut.
Tanikawa drops Wrestler with a right and a left! Tanikawa comes rushing in but Wrestler regains his composure and manages to keep Tanikawa in guard.
 Wrestler is rocked!
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!
Tanikawa wants to control from the top but Wrestler keeps moving.
Wrestler is still in real trouble! Can Tanikawa finish him?
Tanikawa in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Wrestler seems to have recovered his senses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tanikawa trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Tanikawa trying to control but Wrestler is working from the bottom.
Wrestler controlling the position.
Tanikawa preventing the sweep.
Tanikawa postures up in Wrestler's guard and throws a big left but Wrestler blocks it.
Tanikawa throws a strike but Wrestler rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Tanikawa is keeping the position.
Tanikawa on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Tanikawa tries to get out of the position.
Wrestler looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tanikawa wants to sweep but no luck.
Wrestler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Tanikawa is looking to sweep but instead, Wrestler has passed into half guard.
Tanikawa wants to get back to full guard but Wrestler has passed into side control.
Wrestler happy to just control the position for now.
Wrestler wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Tanikawa, who protects the arm well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tanikawa is trying to get back to half guard.
Wrestler is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Tanikawa will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Tanikawa is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Wrestler staying calm.
Tanikawa is looking for a sweep.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wrestler is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Tanikawa's shoulder. That is not cool.
Tanikawa tries to improve position but can't.
Wrestler happy to just control the position for now.
Wrestler's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Tanikawa tries to bench press Wrestler off him but Wrestler keeps the position.
A lull in the action here as Wrestler stalls from top position.
Tanikawa tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Wrestler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Wrestler is staying tight to Tanikawa's torso, preventing him from escaping.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tanikawa is looking for a sweep.
Wrestler 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Seiji Tanikawa dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Dagestani Wrestler's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Nice body kick from Tanikawa.
Wrestler shoots for a double leg takedown but Tanikawa sprawls well. He's pushed Wrestler's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Wrestler with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tanikawa to score with a decent uppercut.
Tanikawa throws a shot to the body.
Tanikawa connects with a body shot that sends Wrestler's belly button to the back.
Wrestler takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Wrestler takes one to the chin there.
Tanikawa feints a jab promting Wrestler to slip. Tanikawa then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Wrestler slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Wrestler takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wrestler looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tanikawa throws a left jab followed by a right to the body, Oh Wrestler colapses and takes a barrage of punches from Tanikawa as he moves to mount! the ref stops the fight and Wrestler is left battered and dazed whilst Tanikawa and his camp cheer!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Seiji Tanikawa!
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Richard LaFleur (ranked 3525 p4p, 3179 weight class) and Don Diego (ranked 447 p4p, 409 weight class). Don Diego told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!
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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 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Richard LaFleur!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Don Diego!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Paulo Santos and Leandro Rodrigues.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Diego loads up on a big right hand but LaFleur slips the punch.
Diego displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from LaFleur.
LaFleur shoots in for a takedown but Diego shows good takedown defense.
Diego looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
LaFleur thuds a left hand into Diego's body.
LaFleur lunges at Diego with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Diego's hand.
LaFleur lands a head shot.
Diego takes a swing at LaFleur's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diego closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. LaFleur quickly recovers to half guard.
LaFleur looking for submissions off his back.
LaFleur looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
LaFleur is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Diego pulls his head out easily.
LaFleur is trying to get back to full guard.
LaFleur is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Diego pulls his head out easily.
Diego is taking a breather. LaFleur says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
LaFleur is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Diego pulls his head out easily.
LaFleur looking for a kimura from the bottom but Diego passes into side control!
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.
LaFleur sneaks back into half guard.
LaFleur is staying active underneath Diego, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
LaFleur actively working from the bottom here.
LaFleur looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Diego pushes past his half guard into mount!
Diego wants to control the pace but LaFleur is squirming around nicely.
LaFleur is wriggling around trying to escape.
Diego scoring with strikes but LaFleur is staying in there.
Diego can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as LaFleur is looking to escape.
Diego landing strikes, looking to finish!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
LaFleur slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Diego wants to lay and pray for a moment but LaFleur keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
LaFleur is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Diego pulls his head out easily.
LaFleur looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Diego not doing much here.
LaFleur looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Diego keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
LaFleur is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Hero Academia, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
LaFleur looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
LaFleur looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Diego trying to control the action but LaFleur is working from the bottom.
LaFleur looking for subs from the bottom but Diego mounts him!
Diego wants to control the pace but LaFleur is squirming around nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
LaFleur sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Don Diego dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Diego shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Diego was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
LaFleur regains half guard.
Don Diego has got the better of the ground game so far.
LaFleur actively working from the bottom here.
Diego is keen to just control but LaFleur is a slippery customer.
LaFleur looking for submissions off his back.
LaFleur looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Diego pushes past his half guard into mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diego working the ground and pound effectively.
Diego working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Diego landing shots from mount.
That's one minute gone in the round.
LaFleur really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Diego working LaFleur over with strikes here.
LaFleur taking shots to the head.
LaFleur is trying to escape the mount.
LaFleur gets back to half guard.
Diego trying to control from half guard but LaFleur is working away.
LaFleur looking for submissions off his back.
LaFleur has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Diego escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Diego!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
LaFleur is looking to regain half guard here but Diego keeps moving and retains side control.
Diego lands some shots froms side control.
LaFleur managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Diego.
Diego lands a few punches from side control.
LaFleur is looking to regain half guard here but Diego keeps moving and retains side control.
Diego looks up at the clock and then as LaFleur takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Diego smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
LaFleur manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
LaFleur trying to control the action but Diego is working from the bottom.
LaFleur is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Diego doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time LaFleur.
LaFleur is controlling the pace.
LaFleur is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Diego still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Diego has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
LaFleur is looking to reverse the position.
LaFleur manages to work his way to half guard, despite Diego's best efforts.
LaFleur is refusing to be controlled, as Diego sits in half guard.
LaFleur looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Diego pushes past his half guard into mount!
LaFleur tries to reverse the position but Diego maintains control.
LaFleur is working hard here to advance position.
Diego punishing his opponent with strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Don Diego showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
Diego shoots in but no luck this time.
LaFleur attempts a counter takedown but Diego avoids it well and moves away.
LaFleur slips under a jab.
LaFleur attempts a counter takedown but Diego avoids it well and moves away.
LaFleur shoots in but no luck this time.
LaFleur lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
LaFleur shoots in looking for a takedown but Diego manages to keep the fight standing, pushing LaFleur's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Diego tries to counter by closing the distance.
LaFleur changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Diego looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
LaFleur goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Diego has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for LaFleur but great work by Diego.
LaFleur tries to buck Diego off but Diego is having none of it.
LaFleur is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Diego's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
LaFleur tries to roll over but Diego keeps him under control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Diego moves nicely into side control.
LaFleur is not content to let Diego control the position.
LaFleur is trying to get back to half guard.
Diego trying to control the position but LaFleur is working away.
LaFleur tries to improve position but can't.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Diego trying to control the position but LaFleur is working away.
LaFleur tries to improve position but can't.
LaFleur is trying to work for a sweep but Diego has mounted him!
Diego controlling from the full mount.
LaFleur is looking to improve his position but Diego isn't that keen on the idea.
Diego tries to control but LaFleur wriggling away.
LaFleur sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
LaFleur gets full guard.
LaFleur had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Diego defends it easily.
LaFleur working for submissions but it's allowed Diego to get to half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
LaFleur looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
LaFleur looking for submissions off his back.
LaFleur is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Diego pulls his head out easily.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Diego seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but LaFleur does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Richard LaFleur has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Diego content to control rather than advance.
LaFleur with the active half guard here but Diego passes nicely into side control.
LaFleur is throwing a few token shots, despite Diego being in side control.
Don Diego is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
LaFleur pushes Diego away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Diego gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Richard LaFleur.
I think Diego has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Emerson Jorge scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 28:30
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Don Diego!
During a confident post fight interview, Don Diego thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between David Cummings (ranked 2166 p4p, 4278 weight class) and Fuyuki Mutou (ranked 222 p4p, 374 weight class). Fuyuki Mutou will no doubt be trying to keep this one on the feet, where he has a distinct advantage.
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26
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145
3 - 2 - 0 |
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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 3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, David Cummings!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Fuyuki Mutou!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Paulo Santos and Daniel Cesar.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mutou misses with a two punch combination.
Cummings appears to be looking for a big counter.
Mutou looks to land a combination but Cummings avoids it well.
Mutou looks to land a combination but Cummings avoids it well.
It appears Cummings was looking to counter with a kick there.
Mutou throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Cummings is looking to counter the offense by Mutou and move into the clinch.
No joy there for Mutou, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Cummings was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mutou fails to land with a series of punches.
Cummings swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Cummings dodges the punch combination from Mutou.
As Mutou looks to move away, Cummings throws a big counter combo but Mutou just gets out of the way.
Mutou throws a jab when Cummings was well out of range.
As Mutou looks to move away, Cummings throws a big counter combo but Mutou just gets out of the way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A right-left combo lands from Mutou.
Mutou looks to land a combination but Cummings avoids it well.
Cummings thinks about countering with a body kick.
Mutou tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mutou throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mutou throws a right and a left that both miss.
It looked like Cummings was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Mutou swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Cummings counters by clinching up.
Cummings pulls guard successfully.
Mutou is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Cummings has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Mutou is looking to defend but Cummings has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Mutou! Cummings pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Mutou taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). David Cummings!
After winning the bout, David Cummings thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Komedor DKasada (ranked 2119 p4p, 1948 weight class) and Euan Daxton (ranked 271 p4p, 248 weight class). Daxton is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Mr Brightside. 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 5 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Komedor DKasada!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Euan Daxton!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Mauricio Rocha and Edson Gomes.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Daxton closes the distance and pushes DKasada back into the cage.
Daxton wants a takedown.
DKasada throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Daxton blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Daxton is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but DKasada is defending well.
A short left from DKasada.
Daxton is trying to work for a single leg takedown but DKasada pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Komedor DKasada has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Euan Daxton.
DKasada stops a takedown attempt from Daxton.
DKasada lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Daxton.
Daxton prevents a body shot from DKasada.
DKasada misses with a shot to the kidneys.
DKasada lands a hook that snaps the head of Daxton backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DKasada misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for DKasada.
Daxton fails to pull guard.
DKasada prevents a takedown attempt there.
Daxton is looking to break free of the clinch but DKasada has double underhooks.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Daxton can't get the takedown.
Daxton gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Daxton perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
DKasada is trying to stand up here but Daxton is controlling him well.
Daxton keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
DKasada tries to kick Daxton off but Daxton keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
DKasada looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Daxton not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
DKasada fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Daxton manages to avoid it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
DKasada's jab looks to have found its range, popping Daxton under the eye.
DKasada dips to his left and cracks Daxton with an uppercut!
Daxton has closed the distance and engaged DKasada in a clinch.
DKasada struggles to land a body shot inside as Daxton controls his hands.
DKasada tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
DKasada misses with a short punch on the inside.
DKasada swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from DKasada fails to land.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DKasada struggles to land a body shot inside as Daxton controls his hands.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Daxton blocking some punches.
DKasada misses with a hook to the ribs.
Daxton drops to a knee looking for a takedown but DKasada gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Daxton tries for a takedown. No joy.
A head punch on the inside from DKasada fails to land.
Daxton has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by DKasada after a bit of a struggle.
Daxton jumps guard.
DKasada stands up from Daxton's guard - DKasada perhaps looking for a knockout.
DKasada misses with a hook to the body
letting Daxton counter with a right hand.
Daxton on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
DKasada swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Daxton to counter with a crisp jab.
Daxton fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Daxton on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
DKasada lunges at Daxton with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Daxton's hand.
Daxton walks into a stiff left hand from DKasada.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Daxton takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Daxton gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
DKasada swats away the attempt to clinch by Daxton.
DKasada scores with a jab to the head.
DKasada throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
DKasada looks to score with a jab to the body but Daxton is just out of range.
Daxton scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
DKasada ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Daxton moves away.
We've been informed that Daxton has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Daxton has managed to clinch.
DKasada scores with a shoulder strike.
DKasada can't find room to land a body shot as Daxton controls the action.
DKasada stops a takedown attempt from Daxton.
DKasada misses with a body punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Komedor DKasada dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Daxton tries to clinch up but DKasada circles away and keeps his distance.
DKasada takes a swing at Daxton's ribcage but misses.
Komedor DKasada seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Daxton gets in close and instigates a clinch.
DKasada prevents the takedown attempt.
DKasada lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Daxton backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for DKasada.
DKasada tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Daxton blocks a punch to the side of the head.
DKasada throws a punch but it's blocked by Daxton.
Daxton jumps into guard, dragging DKasada to the mat.
DKasada knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Daxton on the ground.
DKasada wants to get up but he can't break Daxton's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DKasada trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Daxton is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
DKasada gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
DKasada avoids a kick to the body.
Daxton takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Daxton scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. DKasada doesn't seem bothered though.
Daxton drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
DKasada swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Daxton looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
DKasada cracks Daxton with a good jab.
Daxton closes the distance and clinches.
Daxton tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. DKasada smiles and moves away.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Daxton avoids the body shot from DKasada.
Daxton looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Daxton misses with an uppercut
and DKasada counters with a right hand to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Daxton defending well as DKasada loads up on a big left hand.
Daxton is looking to clinch but DKasada is avoiding it.
DKasada throws a hook but Daxton blocks it.
The fighters circle momentarily. DKasada darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
DKasada takes a swing at Daxton's ribcage but misses.
DKasada uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Daxton has time to react.
DKasada is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Daxton.
Daxton takes a body punch but keeps moving.
DKasada swings widly with a right hand
and Daxton counters with a stiff right hand.
DKasada is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Daxton can do to turn this around?
Daxton has DKasada up against the cage in a clinch.
DKasada working aggressively here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
DKasada makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Daxton jumps guard and drags DKasada to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
DKasada avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
DKasada won't allow Daxton to sweep him here.
DKasada would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Daxton bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in DKasada's guard.
DKasada on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if DKasada tries to get out of the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Daxton not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Daxton's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
DKasada is looking to stand back up but Daxton counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by DKasada.
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 Komedor DKasada will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
DKasada misses with an uppercut.
DKasada throws the left hand but Daxton avoids the punch easily.
Daxton tries to counter with a clinch but DKasada shakes him off and moves away.
Komedor DKasada is winning the standup battle so far.
DKasada looks to land a right hand but Daxton moved out of range.
Daxton clinches up with DKasada and pushes him back against the cage.
Daxton has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics DKasada uses from the top position.
Daxton has a closed guard, preventing DKasada from standing up.
Daxton wriggles free and stands up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Daxton misses with a wild combination.
Daxton avoids the body shot from DKasada.
Daxton misses the shot to the body.
DKasada throwing a counter right hand but Daxton manages to avoid it.
Daxton misses with a jab, cross combination.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Daxton keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
DKasada misses with a jab to the body
and Daxton connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
DKasada throws a poor cross that misses
and Daxton connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Daxton forces DKasada back against the cage and clinches.
DKasada lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Daxton takes a shot to the head.
Daxton lands a hook to the side of the head.
Daxton tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. DKasada just stands there and leans against the cage.
Daxton jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as DKasada walks away with a smile on his face. Daxton gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Daxton attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Daxton moves into the clinch.
Daxton blocking some punches.
DKasada fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
DKasada keeps control of Daxton as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
DKasada misses with a punch to the body.
DKasada throws a punch but it's blocked by Daxton.
DKasada working aggressively here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Daxton looking for a takedown.
Komedor DKasada has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Euan Daxton.
DKasada working aggressively here.
DKasada tries to throw a body punch but Daxton avoids it by throwing DKasada back against the cage.
DKasada throws a punch but it's blocked by Daxton.
Komedor DKasada has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Daxton blocking some punches.
DKasada doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Daxton is working for takedown but DKasada is calmly controlling the position for now.
DKasada fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Daxton can't get the takedown.
Still in the clinch, DKasada scores with a nice short uppercut.
Daxton drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
DKasada working aggressively here.
DKasada tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Daxton wants to break free but DKasada has control.
DKasada lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Daxton has DKasada pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. DKasada manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Daxton jumps guard but DKasada turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
DKasada lands with a left to the head.
DKasada presses Daxton against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Daxton blocks a punch to the side of the head.
DKasada stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Daxton blocks a body shot from DKasada.
DKasada struggles to land a body shot inside as Daxton controls his hands.
DKasada lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
DKasada working aggressively here.
DKasada stops a takedown attempt from Daxton.
Daxton has DKasada pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. DKasada manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Daxton takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Daxton tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Daxton is trying to work for a single leg takedown but DKasada pulls him back up using the underhooks.
DKasada tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
DKasada fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
DKasada misses with a hook to the ribs.
DKasada prevents the takedown attempt.
DKasada gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Daxton.
DKasada lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Daxton backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
DKasada misses with a hook from the clinch.
Euan Daxton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Daxton lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Komedor DKasada showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for DKasada, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 30:27
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 29:28
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Komedor DKasada!
A very excited looking Komedor DKasada 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.
In defeat, Euan Daxton stepped up to the mic, saying 'I'd like to thank my opponent for stepping in here with me. It was an honour to eat his punches.'.
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Amarillo Brillo (ranked 2552 p4p, 2228 weight class) and Khamzat Sonnen (ranked 334 p4p, 299 weight class). Sonnen has chosen ТИМУР МУЦУРАЕВ - В ТУ НОЧЬ КОГДА РОЖДАЛИС as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Amarillo Brillo!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Khamzat Sonnen!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Felipe Paraventi and Luis Engracia.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Brillo scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Sonnen is looking for a sweep.
Brillo looks up at the clock and then as Sonnen takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Brillo smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Sonnen stops Brillo from passing to mount.
Brillo creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Brillo looks up at the clock and then as Sonnen takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Brillo smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Sonnen is looking to reverse the position.
Brillo working the ground and pound.
Sonnen takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
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!
Brillo is working Sonnen over with some ground and pound from side control.
Brillo cracks Sonnen with a big right hand but Sonnen just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Brillo is working Sonnen over with some ground and pound from side control.
Check out the look on Brillo's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Sonnen tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Brillo wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Brillo cracks Sonnen with an elbow. That is naaassty.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Brillo lands some shots froms side control.
Brillo grinds an elbow into Sonnen's temple.
Sonnen is looking to regain half guard here but Brillo keeps moving and retains side control.
Brillo is working to tighten his grip on Sonnen's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Sonnen has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Brillo is really squeezing tight and eventually Sonnen passes out! Brillo breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Amarillo Brillo!
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Oskar Arnason (ranked 1797 p4p, 2350 weight class) and Richard Mesquita (ranked 212 p4p, 275 weight class). Richard Mesquita has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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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 4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Oskar Arnason!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Richard Mesquita!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Edson Gomes and Emerson Jorge.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jab from Arnason.
Arnason scores with a decent looking hook.
Mesquita takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Mesquita looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Arnason!
Arnason is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Mesquita looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Arnason is looking for a sweep.
Mesquita trying to control the position but Arnason is working away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Arnason wants to control but Mesquita postures up.
Mesquita lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Arnason down.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Arnason is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mesquita scores with punches from side control.
Mesquita has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
You can see the frustration on Arnason's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Mesquita tries to advance to mount but can't.
Mesquita landing a few strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mesquita wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Arnason, who protects the arm well.
Mesquita scoring with punches from side control.
Arnason is rocked!
Arnason definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Mesquita lands a decent elbow from side control.
Oh Arnason is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mesquita goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Arnason has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Mesquita but great work by Arnason.
Arnason wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mesquita keeps working.
Mesquita regains half guard, as Arnason was trying to land strikes.
Mesquita tries to roll over but Arnason keeps him under control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mesquita looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Mesquita has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Mesquita gets back to full guard.
Arnason seems to have got his legs back now.
Arnason trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
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!
Arnason throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mesquita works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Arnason is sitting in close to Mesquita's body. Mesquita has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Arnason is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Arnason is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Mesquita.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Richard Mesquita!
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