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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between David Dilbrandt (ranked 3517 p4p, 2129 weight class) and Tyres Widforss (ranked 292 p4p, 181 weight class). Dilbrandt's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Rock the Dragon. Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
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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 16 - 13 - 1, fighting out of Las Vegas, David Dilbrandt!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 10 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Tyres Widforss!
The judges for this bout are Yasuomi Hirokawa, Shigeki Sano and Yuuki Gou.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dilbrandt has Widforss up against the cage in a clinch.
Widforss is trying to pull guard but Dilbrandt turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Widforss tries for a takedown. No joy.
Dilbrandt lands a body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dilbrandt.
Widforss has had enough of the clinch but Dilbrandt keeps him there for the moment.
Widforss is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Dilbrandt to keep the fight standing.
David Dilbrandt has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tyres Widforss.
A right handed body shot lands from Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Dilbrandt lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Widforss jumps guard but Dilbrandt stands there with Widforss around his waist. Widforss gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Dilbrandt lands a body shot in the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short body shot lands from Dilbrandt as the two fighters clinch.
A short uppercut from Dilbrandt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dilbrandt makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A short uppercut from Dilbrandt.
A short left from Dilbrandt.
Widforss tries to pull guard but Dilbrandt forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Dilbrandt pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A jab from Dilbrandt misses.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Widforss fails with the takedown
and Dilbrandt counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dilbrandt closes the distance and clinches.
Dilbrandt lands a nice uppercut.
Dilbrandt just leaning against Widforss, taking a breather.
Dilbrandt pushes Widforss back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Dilbrandt leaning against his opponent.
Dilbrandt is leaning against Widforss and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Dilbrandt scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Widforss tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Dilbrandt smiles and moves away.
Dilbrandt misses with a straight left.
Widforss on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Widforss moves into range and connects with a jab.
Widforss lands a jab to the nose.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dilbrandt throws out a powerful jab.
 It looks like Tyres Widforss has been cut.
Dilbrandt blocks a jab.
Dilbrandt is looking to counter punch.
A left lands for Widforss.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Widforss throws a right and a left that both miss.
Dilbrandt is looking to counter punch.
Widforss looks to score with a jab to the body but Dilbrandt is just out of range.
Widforss looks to land a left hand but Dilbrandt moved out of range nicely.
Widforss closes the distance and clinches up with Dilbrandt, looking for a takedown. Widforss pushes Dilbrandt against the cage but Dilbrandt circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Widforss throws a series of punches but Dilbrandt avoids them all with ease.
Widforss drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Widforss throws a big elbow that misses.
Dilbrandt wants to stand and escape but Widforss is having none of it.
Widforss stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dilbrandt swivels though and keeps the full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Widforss accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Widforss throws a strike but Dilbrandt rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Widforss looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Dilbrandt has picked Widforss up and slammed him! Widforss can't keep hold of the triangle and Dilbrandt manages to pass to side control!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Widforss tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dilbrandt decides to stand back up.
Dilbrandt shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Dilbrandt misses with a hook to the body
and Widforss counters with a single leg into guard. Dilbrandt didn't expect that.
Widforss trying to control the position from guard on top but Dilbrandt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Widforss trying to move into half guard but instead Dilbrandt has managed to sweep!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Widforss is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dilbrandt slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Dilbrandt continues to stall.
Widforss has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Dilbrandt looking to pass the guard.
Dilbrandt pushing down on Widforss's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Widforss looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dilbrandt prevents Widforss from improving his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
David Dilbrandt dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tyres Widforss's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Widforss blocks a jab.
Donk. Widforss catches Dilbrandt right on the button with a cross.
Widforss looking to score a takedown here. Dilbrandt is defending well but Widforss drives through and ends up in Dilbrandt's guard.
Dilbrandt has his feet on Widforss's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Widforss lands a lovely overhand right.
Widforss fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Dilbrandt to the ground. Widforss is now in Dilbrandt's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dilbrandt looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Dilbrandt keeping moving, preventing Widforss from controlling successfully.
Dilbrandt wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are working up against the cage. Dilbrandt manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Widforss doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A bit of stalling here from Dilbrandt.
Widforss wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Dilbrandt has him pressed against the cage.
Dilbrandt is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Widforss can do to turn this around?
Dilbrandt presses Widforss against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A body shot lands from Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt lands a left hand that snaps the head of Widforss backwards.
Widforss takes a shot to the head.
Dilbrandt is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Dilbrandt lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Widforss or not.
Dilbrandt pushes Widforss back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Dilbrandt lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Dilbrandt blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Dilbrandt.
Nice body punch from Dilbrandt.
Widforss tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Dilbrandt smiles and moves away.
Widforss on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tyres Widforss seems to be getting the better of the standup.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Widforss getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Dilbrandt misses the shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dilbrandt dodges the punch combination from Widforss.
Dilbrandt moves into the clinch.
Dilbrandt's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dilbrandt gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Widforss looks to throw the jab but Dilbrandt is out of range.
Widforss scores with a hook to the body. Dilbrandt takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A big right from Dilbrandt misses.
Widforss connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Widforss connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dilbrandt momentarily.
Widforss has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dilbrandt misses the shot to the body.
A low kick lands for Dilbrandt.
Widforss misses with a hook.
Widforss lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dilbrandt at a distance.
Dilbrandt slips a straight right by Widforss.
Widforss fails with the takedown
and Dilbrandt counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Dilbrandt.
Widforss drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
David Dilbrandt has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tyres Widforss.
Widforss misses with a hook to the ribs.
Widforss working hard to break the clinch.
A body shot lands from Dilbrandt.
Widforss jumps guard but Dilbrandt stands there with Widforss around his waist. Widforss gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Dilbrandt lands a body punch.
Widforss is breathing heavily.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Dilbrandt lands a body punch in the clinch.
Widforss is trying to break free.
Dilbrandt lands with a left to the head.
A short right from Dilbrandt on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dilbrandt's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dilbrandt gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Widforss to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Dilbrandt is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Widforss stops Dilbrandt from standing up.
Widforss trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
David Dilbrandt overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Widforss throws an elbow that misses. Dilbrandt uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Widforss's guard. Nice move by Dilbrandt!
Dilbrandt slips nicely into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
David Dilbrandt dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Tyres Widforss's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Dilbrandt keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Widforss.
Left hook, right uppercut from Widforss.
Dilbrandt slips under a jab.
Widforss ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dilbrandt moves out of range as Widforss strikes.
Widforss swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dilbrandt takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Widforss ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dilbrandt moves away.
Dilbrandt avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Widforss throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dilbrandt sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dilbrandt tests Widforss's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dilbrandt works Widforss's body with a nice hook.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Widforss shoots and misses
and Dilbrandt counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Widforss takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Widforss throws the left hand but Dilbrandt avoids the punch easily.
Dilbrandt is looking to counter punch.
Widforss tries to bum rush Dilbrandt with a series of wild strikes but Dilbrandt uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Dilbrandt ducks under a wild hook from Widforss.
Widforss ducks under a wild hook from Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Dilbrandt throws a head kick but Widforss moves out of range.
Widforss scores with a decent looking hook.
A jab from Widforss misses.
It looked like Dilbrandt was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Widforss.
Widforss misses with a takedown
and Dilbrandt counters by clinching up.
Widforss wants a takedown.
David Dilbrandt has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tyres Widforss.
Dilbrandt makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tyres Widforss has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Widforss tries to pull guard but Dilbrandt won't allow it.
Dilbrandt lands with a short shot to the head.
Widforss has a couple of punches blocked by Dilbrandt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dilbrandt throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Widforsss head.
Dilbrandt scores with a shot to the side of Widforss's head.
Dilbrandt scores with a hook to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dilbrandt creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dilbrandt lands a nice uppercut.
Dilbrandt is pressed up against the cage. Widforss has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Dilbrandt down to the mat. Dilbrandt avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Dilbrandt lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Dilbrandt gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Dilbrandt throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Widforsss head.
Dilbrandt lands an uppercut.
Widforss misses with a short punch on the inside.
Widforss tries for a takedown. No joy.
A shot in the inside from Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Widforss changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Dilbrandt tries to avoid it but Widforss manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Dilbrandt to the ground. Dilbrandt escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
No luck for Widforss with that takedown attempt.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dilbrandt clinches up against the cage.
Widforss is looking to break free of the clinch but Dilbrandt has double underhooks.
The referee calls for Dilbrandt to work.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Dilbrandt.
Widforss is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Dilbrandt is defending well.
David Dilbrandt is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A short left from Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt lands a shot to the body.
Dilbrandt stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Dilbrandt lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Widforss backwards.
Dilbrandt blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Widforss has a couple of punches blocked by Dilbrandt.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Widforss working hard to break the clinch.
Widforss tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Dilbrandt smiles and moves away.
Widforss misses with a lunging right hand
and Dilbrandt counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Dilbrandt avoids the body shot from Widforss.
Widforss swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Dilbrandt counters with a left to the body.
Widforss shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Dilbrandt counters with a big head kick but Widforss shrugs it off.
Widforss ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dilbrandt moves away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Widforss gets tackled into the cage by Dilbrandt. Dilbrandt maintains the clinch.
Dilbrandt is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Dilbrandt lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Dilbrandt lands a right hand that snaps the head of Widforss backwards.
Widforss wants to take the fight to the mat but Dilbrandt manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
David Dilbrandt showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Dilbrandt, 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... David Dilbrandt!
A victorious David Dilbrandt thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Atakan Akkaynak (ranked 2150 p4p, 3647 weight class) and Wolfgang Brandstatter (ranked 259 p4p, 420 weight class). Brandstatter has chosen The Maestro as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 10 - 7 - 0, fighting out of New York, Atakan Akkaynak!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 25 - 13 - 1, fighting out of Montreal, Wolfgang Brandstatter!
The judges for this bout are Yukihiro Yamamoto, Sosuke Kotani and Kenichi Hosakawa.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Brandstatter takes one to the side of the head.
Brandstatter catches Akkaynak with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Akkaynak dives in for a single leg takedown but Brandstatter sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Brandstatter can't break the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Akkaynak.
Brandstatter taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Brandstatter throws a punch but it's blocked by Akkaynak.
Akkaynak scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Akkaynak throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Akkaynak with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Brandstatter blocks an uppercut.
Akkaynak misses with a hook to the ribs.
Brandstatter gets through Akkaynak's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Akkaynak looking to stall.
Brandstatter struggles to land a body shot inside as Akkaynak controls his hands.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Akkaynak dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Brandstatter looking to stall.
Akkaynak tries a knee to the head but Brandstatter blocks it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Brandstatter misses with a body punch.
Brandstatter blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Akkaynak lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Akkaynak blocks an uppercut.
Brandstatter manages to break the clinch.
Akkaynak misses with an uppercut. Brandstatter saw that one coming.
Wolfgang Brandstatter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Akkaynak tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Brandstatter paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Akkaynak definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Akkaynak takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Brandstatter leaves Akkaynak with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Brandstatter scores with a body shot.
Brandstatter digs a good hook to Akkaynak's body.
Akkaynak is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Jab by Akkaynak.
Brandstatter tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Akkaynak was well out of range. Poor timing from Brandstatter.
Akkaynak tries to clinch but Brandstatter moves out of range.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Brandstatter misses with a straight right.
Akkaynak connects with a high kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Brandstatter circles away from the clinch attempt.
Brandstatter's corner calls for a 1-2. Brandstatter obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Brandstatter scores with a crisp jab that stopped Akkaynak in his tracks.
Akkaynak 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.
Akkaynak throws a big shot that misses.
Brandstatter scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Brandstatter fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Akkaynak takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Akkaynak shoots for a double leg takedown but Brandstatter sprawls well. He's pushed Akkaynak's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Atakan Akkaynak. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Brandstatter takes a swing at Akkaynak's ribcage but misses.
As Brandstatter looks to move away, Akkaynak throws a big counter combo but Brandstatter just gets out of the way.
A swing and a miss from Brandstatter.
Akkaynak throwing a counter right hand but Brandstatter manages to avoid it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Brandstatter.
Akkaynak blocks the body kick.
Akkaynak walks into a left hand.
Akkaynak is looking to clinch but Brandstatter is avoiding it.
Brandstatter appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Brandstatter lands a jab to the nose.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Akkaynak blocks a head kick by Brandstatter.
A big right from Brandstatter misses.
Brandstatter connects with a good right hand that stumbles Akkaynak. Akkaynak circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Akkaynak tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Brandstatter manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Brandstatter looks to land a body kick but Akkaynak moved away.
Akkaynak looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Akkaynak avoids the body shot from Brandstatter.
Akkaynak drives through with a takedown into guard.
Akkaynak is standing up over Brandstatter. Brandstatter looks to escape but Akkaynak dives into side control.
Akkaynak wants to lay and pray for a moment but Brandstatter keeps working.
Brandstatter wants to get back to his feet.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Akkaynak creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Brandstatter sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Brandstatter manages to get back to half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Brandstatter is controlling Akkaynak's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Akkaynak is trying to control the action in half guard but Brandstatter is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Brandstatter keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Akkaynak not doing much here.
Akkaynak not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Brandstatter is concentrating on defense, preventing Akkaynak from advancing position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Wolfgang Brandstatter dominated that round.
That's time! Akkaynak's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Brandstatter takes a swing at Akkaynak's ribcage but misses.
Brandstatter swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Akkaynak fails with an attempt to clinch.
Brandstatter connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Brandstatter fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Akkaynak has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Brandstatter chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Akkaynak moves into the clinch.
Brandstatter tries a body shot but Akkaynak blocks it.
Brandstatter has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Brandstatter misses with a punch to the body.
Brandstatter gets through Akkaynak's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Brandstatter lands a hook to the side of the head.
Akkaynak pushes Brandstatter back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Akkaynak is looking to control Brandstatter's arms but Brandstatter gets an underhook and turns him. Now Akkaynak has his back to the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brandstatter misses with some punches.
Akkaynak tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Akkaynak using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Brandstatter has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Brandstatter working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Akkaynak changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Brandstatter fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Brandstatter misses with a straight left.
Brandstatter misses with a wild body shot.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Akkaynak doesn't manage to clinch there - Brandstatter circles away.
Akkaynak takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Akkaynak pushes Brandstatter up against the cage in a clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Brandstatter.
Brandstatter escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Brandstatter ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Brandstatter lands a really nice looking cross but Akkaynak seems unphased.
Wolfgang Brandstatter is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Brandstatter lands a leg kick that knocks Akkaynak off balance momentarily.
Akkaynak is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Akkaynak darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Brandstatter regains full guard. Nicely done.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brandstatter is pulling down on Akkaynak's head. It's preventing any offense from Akkaynak, at least for the moment.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Brandstatter looking to hit a scissor sweep but Akkaynak is one step ahead there.
Akkaynak sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Brandstatter wants to stand up but Akkaynak is controlling him.
Brandstatter has his hands on Akkaynak's head, controlling the position.
Brandstatter keeping full guard, as Akkaynak tries to pass.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Akkaynak postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Akkaynak stops Brandstatter from standing up.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Akkaynak darts in and clinches Brandstatter up against the cage.
Akkaynak doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Brandstatter lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Akkaynak lands a left hand.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Akkaynak creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Brandstatter scores with a nice hook to the head.
Brandstatter prevents a takedown attempt there.
Akkaynak misses with some punches.
Akkaynak tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Brandstatter working aggressively here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Brandstatter softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Akkaynak tries to land a knee to the head but Brandstatter blocks with his arms.
Brandstatter breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Brandstatter needs to keep his hands up - Akkaynak had a free shot at his head there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Akkaynak steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Brandstatter.
Wolfgang Brandstatter seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Akkaynak lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Brandstatter misses with a body kick.
Akkaynak closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Akkaynak moves out of range of the body kick from Brandstatter.
Some wild striking there from Akkaynak.
Nice jab there from Brandstatter.
Brandstatter swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Brandstatter takes a swing at Akkaynak's ribcage but misses.
Some wild striking there from Akkaynak.
A countering left hand to the body from Brandstatter misses.
Brandstatter dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Wolfgang Brandstatter showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
A big right from Akkaynak misses.
Akkaynak lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Brandstatter lands with a right hand.
Akkaynak is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Akkaynak misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Akkaynak tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Brandstatter counters with a nice uppercut.
A nice leg kick from Brandstatter, right into the meat of the thigh.
Brandstatter jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Brandstatter just misses with a punch to the body.
Brandstatter takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Akkaynak is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Akkaynak throws a sloppy head kick
and Brandstatter counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Brandstatter explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Brandstatter throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A head kick by Akkaynak misses
and Akkaynak takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Brandstatter lands a nice shot to the body.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Akkaynak looks to land a left hand but Brandstatter moved out of range nicely.
Akkaynak takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Akkaynak darts in trying to clinch
and Brandstatter counters with a nice body shot.
Brandstatter fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Akkaynak is looking to clinch.
Brandstatter throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Akkaynak fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Brandstatter, pushing him back against the cage.
Brandstatter is fighting off a takedown attempt but Akkaynak is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Brandstatter to the mat. Brandstatter regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Brandstatter is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Akkaynak trying to control the position from guard on top but Brandstatter is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Atakan Akkaynak has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Akkaynak with a flurry of punches that miss.
Akkaynak trying to control the position from guard on top but Brandstatter is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Akkaynak is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Brandstatter is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Brandstatter uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Akkaynak has time to react.
Akkaynak looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brandstatter ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Akkaynak moves away.
Akkaynak swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Decent striking displayed by Brandstatter there.
Brandstatter swats away the attempt to clinch by Akkaynak.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Good exchange - Brandstatter coming out on top.
Akkaynak gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Brandstatter.
Atakan Akkaynak is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Akkaynak misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Brandstatter jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Akkaynak looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Akkaynak looks to clinch
and Brandstatter counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Akkaynak falls off balance throwing a combination
and Brandstatter makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Brandstatter looks for the body kick but Akkaynak saw that one coming.
Brandstatter dips to his left and cracks Akkaynak with an uppercut!
Akkaynak ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Brandstatter moves away.
Akkaynak tries to close the distance and clinch but Brandstatter swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Brandstatter circles away from the clinch attempt.
Brandstatter throws a series of punches but Akkaynak avoids them all with ease.
Akkaynak is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Akkaynak cracks Brandstatter with a right hand to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Brandstatter lands a slapping body shot.
Brandstatter lands a jab.
Brandstatter keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Brandstatter connects with a good right hand that stumbles Akkaynak. Akkaynak circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Akkaynak shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Atakan Akkaynak. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Brandstatter scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Akkaynak takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Akkaynak takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Brandstatter misses with a head kick.
Akkaynak throws a big shot that misses.
Akkaynak is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Brandstatter cracks a nice hook into Akkaynak's ribs.
Brandstatter scores with a punch to the head.
Nice uppercut lands for Brandstatter. That snapped Akkaynak's head back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wolfgang Brandstatter comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Brandstatter 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 27:30
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wolfgang Brandstatter!
After the fight, Wolfgang Brandstatter 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 bantamweight MMA rules bout between Luciano Ocampo (ranked 373 p4p, 2496 weight class) and Brendon Carrillo-Moreno (ranked 28 p4p, 175 weight class). Brendon Carrillo-Moreno is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.
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142
11 - 8 - 0 |
BJJ Brown Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 8 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Luciano Ocampo!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 11 - 8 - 0, fighting out of London, Brendon Carrillo-Moreno!
The judges for this bout are Sosuke Kotani, Taro Takaoka and Tatsuya Matsuyama.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ocampo rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Carrillo-Moreno counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Carrillo-Moreno wants to pass the guard but Ocampo is keeping the position.
Carrillo-Moreno preventing the sweep.
Carrillo-Moreno sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Carrillo-Moreno wants to control from the top but Ocampo keeps moving.
Carrillo-Moreno sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Carrillo-Moreno won't allow Ocampo to sweep him here.
Carrillo-Moreno tries to free his leg and advance position but Ocampo is retaining full guard.
Carrillo-Moreno stopping the sweep attempt from Ocampo.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Carrillo-Moreno passes Ocampo's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Carrillo-Moreno stops Ocampo from getting back to his feet.
Carrillo-Moreno slows the pace down in half guard.
Carrillo-Moreno is looking to advance position but Ocampo won't allow it.
Carrillo-Moreno with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Carrillo-Moreno is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Carrillo-Moreno prevents Ocampo from improving his position.
Carrillo-Moreno seems to be looking for submissions.
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.
Ocampo wants to get back to his feet.
Carrillo-Moreno keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Ocampo is not content to let Carrillo-Moreno control the position.
Ocampo really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Carrillo-Moreno is looking for a kimura but Ocampo is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Carrillo-Moreno to get the leverage.
Carrillo-Moreno content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Ocampo keeping control of the position.
Carrillo-Moreno seems to be looking for submissions.
Ocampo is trying to get back to full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Carrillo-Moreno is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Ocampo is trying to stand.
Carrillo-Moreno prevents Ocampo from improving his position.
Ocampo trying to control from the bottom.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Ocampo misses with a looping right.
We've been told by Ocampo's head coaches at Torcida MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Ocampo throws a head kick but Carrillo-Moreno moves out of range.
Carrillo-Moreno slips a jab from Ocampo.
Carrillo-Moreno shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Carrillo-Moreno is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Ocampo keeping moving, preventing Carrillo-Moreno from controlling successfully.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ocampo is looking to stand up but Carrillo-Moreno isn't so interested in that idea.
Ocampo working a defensive guard here.
Carrillo-Moreno passes Ocampo's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Ocampo is trying to stand back up but Carrillo-Moreno is controlling him
Ocampo wants to control but Carrillo-Moreno is keeping busy.
Carrillo-Moreno is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ocampo has managed to free his arm - good work.
Carrillo-Moreno wants to pass the guard but Ocampo is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ocampo is defending against the submission attempts here by Carrillo-Moreno.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brendon Carrillo-Moreno dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Ocampo swings for the body but Carrillo-Moreno moves out of range.
Luciano Ocampo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ocampo throws a big shot that misses.
Ocampo connects with a right hand. Carrillo-Moreno shakes it off.
Carrillo-Moreno has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ocampo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Carrillo-Moreno throws out the jab.
Ocampo stuffs the takedown.
A counter left hand to the body from Ocampo misses its target.
Nice shot lands for Ocampo.
Ocampo misses with an uppercut. Carrillo-Moreno saw that one coming.
Carrillo-Moreno tries for a takedown but Ocampo sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Carrillo-Moreno.
Luciano Ocampo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brendon Carrillo-Moreno.
Carrillo-Moreno ducks under a wild hook from Ocampo.
Carrillo-Moreno changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Ocampo scores with a decent looking hook.
Ocampo cracks Carrillo-Moreno with a good jab.
Carrillo-Moreno takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
 Carrillo-Moreno is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Carrillo-Moreno moves out of range of the strikes.
Carrillo-Moreno is still on wobbly legs! Can Ocampo finish him?
Ocampo takes a swing at Carrillo-Moreno's ribcage but misses.
Carrillo-Moreno takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Carrillo-Moreno seems to have recovered his senses.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Carrillo-Moreno takes a jab right on the kisser.
Carrillo-Moreno takes one to the chin there.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ocampo shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Ocampo just misses with a punch to the body.
Carrillo-Moreno drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Ocampo defends it well.
Carrillo-Moreno closes the distance and clinches up with Ocampo, looking for a takedown. Carrillo-Moreno pushes Ocampo against the cage but Ocampo circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Ocampo takes a swing at Carrillo-Moreno's ribcage but misses.
Carrillo-Moreno fails with the takedown.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Carrillo-Moreno.
Ocampo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Carrillo-Moreno sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ocampo throws a big shot that misses.
Ocampo jabs at Carrillo-Moreno's body.
Ocampo slaps away a takedown attempt from Carrillo-Moreno, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Carrillo-Moreno shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Carrillo-Moreno was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Ocampo bucks up and tries to throw Carrillo-Moreno off but instead Carrillo-Moreno has got his back!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Carrillo-Moreno wants to control but Ocampo is keeping busy.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Carrillo-Moreno patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Ocampo trying to control but not successfully.
Ocampo staying busy and making it hard for Carrillo-Moreno to control.
Ocampo defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Brendon Carrillo-Moreno has got the better of the ground game so far.
Carrillo-Moreno has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Ocampo can't escape the position.
Carrillo-Moreno is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Ocampo defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Ocampo looking to stop the rear naked choke attempt by controlling the hands.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Carrillo-Moreno is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Ocampo is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Carrillo-Moreno gets his way!
You can see the frustration on Ocampo's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Carrillo-Moreno tightening his grip on Ocampo, looking for the choke.
Ocampo's corner are yelling at him, telling him to just focus on controlling Carrillo-Moreno's hands.
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.
Carrillo-Moreno controlling well, preventing Ocampo from escaping the position.
Carrillo-Moreno is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Ocampo has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
I really don't envy Ocampo right now.
Carrillo-Moreno 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, Ocampo has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Carrillo-Moreno not allowing Ocampo to control his hands.
Well, with Carrillo-Moreno on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Ocampo is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Carrillo-Moreno looking to break Ocampo's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Ocampo remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Carrillo-Moreno will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Carrillo-Moreno not allowing Ocampo to control his hands.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Luciano Ocampo dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
Ocampo misses with an uppercut.
Ocampo pivots, looking for a leg kick but Carrillo-Moreno is out of range and Ocampo settles back down.
Carrillo-Moreno slips under a jab.
Ocampo goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Carrillo-Moreno takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Carrillo-Moreno shoots in and gets a takedown into Ocampo's guard.
Ocampo wants to hit a sweep here but Carrillo-Moreno passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Ocampo there!
Carrillo-Moreno jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Ocampo is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Ocampo and Carrillo-Moreno has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Ocampo tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Ocampo defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Carrillo-Moreno.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ocampo really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ocampo tries to lock up and control but Carrillo-Moreno gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Carrillo-Moreno looking to control but Ocampo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Carrillo-Moreno avoids the attempt from Ocampo to control.
Carrillo-Moreno can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ocampo is looking to escape.
Carrillo-Moreno wants to finish this one by submission but Ocampo is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Carrillo-Moreno.
Carrillo-Moreno is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Ocampo can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ocampo can't escape the position.
Ocampo wants to control but Carrillo-Moreno is having none of it.
Carrillo-Moreno working for a submission but Ocampo is keeping him at bay.
Ocampo tries to reverse the position but Carrillo-Moreno maintains control.
Ocampo tries to hold on but Carrillo-Moreno pushes him away.
Carrillo-Moreno can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ocampo is looking to escape.
Carrillo-Moreno controlling the position easily from mount.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Carrillo-Moreno is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Ocampo has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Ocampo!
Ocampo looking to pass the guard.
Ocampo wants to control from the top but Carrillo-Moreno keeps moving.
Carrillo-Moreno pulls Ocampo in close to prevent any damage.
Ocampo wants to get up but he can't break Carrillo-Moreno's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Carrillo-Moreno thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Ocampo wants to stand but Carrillo-Moreno is controlling his posture from full guard.
Ocampo slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Carrillo-Moreno is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ocampo preventing the sweep.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Carrillo-Moreno has a closed guard, preventing Ocampo from standing up.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Ocampo works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Brendon Carrillo-Moreno.
I think Carrillo-Moreno 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brendon Carrillo-Moreno!
After winning the bout, Brendon Carrillo-Moreno 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 Tony Stark (ranked 1157 p4p, 806 weight class) and Jørgen Thrane (ranked 173 p4p, 121 weight class). Tony Stark has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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15 - 7 - 0 |
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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 28 - 22 - 0, fighting out of London, Tony Stark!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 15 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Jørgen Thrane!
The judges for this bout are Yuuki Gou, Sosuke Kotani and Yasuomi Hirokawa.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Thrane throws a leg kick that is checked
so Stark counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Thrane uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Stark tries to clinch there but Thrane circles away.
Stark bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Stark feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Thrane looks to throw the jab but Stark is out of range.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Stark with a lazy takedown attempt
and Thrane counters with a stiff right hand.
Thrane throws out a loose jab but Stark uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stark looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Thrane stuffs the takedown.
Thrane lands with a kick to the ribs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stark looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Thrane is fending him off so far but Stark persists. Nope, Thrane circles away and we're back to standing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Thrane! But no joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tony Stark. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Thrane shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A counter left hand to the body from Stark misses its target.
Jørgen Thrane is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Thrane scores with a spinning back kick!
Tony Stark seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stark walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
 It looks like Tony Stark has been cut.
Thrane jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Stark tries for a takedown but Thrane circles away easily
enabling Thrane to counter with a crisp jab.
Stark will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Stark shoots in looking for a takedown. Thrane tries to sprawl out of it but Stark keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Thrane manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Stark looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Thrane stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Thrane wants it to stay on the feet.
Thrane scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Thrane misses with an uppercut. Stark saw that one coming.
Stark shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Thrane manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stark is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Thrane is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Thrane has escaped and now he's on top!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Thrane stopping the sweep attempt from Stark.
Thrane sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Thrane told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Thrane is continuing to stall.
Thrane stands up from Stark's guard - Thrane perhaps looking for a knockout.
Thrane leaves Stark with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Thrane throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Stark counters with a takedown into side control.
Stark misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stark tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Thrane regains half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Stark lands a nice short elbow.
Stark is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Thrane is trying to stand back up but Stark is controlling him
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jørgen Thrane dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tony Stark'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.
A shot to the body from Thrane misses
and Stark counters with a low kick, right behind Thrane 's knee.
Stark doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Thrane counters with a big head kick but Stark shrugs it off.
Stark misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Stark on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stark shoots in and gets a takedown into Thrane's guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Stark accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Stark throws a big right hand that misses.
Thrane has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Stark looking to pass the guard.
Stark in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Stark throwing strikes from guard but Thrane blocks nicely.
Stark tries to free his leg and advance position but Thrane is retaining full guard.
Stark postures up.
Stark throws a big elbow that misses.
Stark is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Thrane is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Thrane has escaped and now he's on top!
Thrane controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
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.
Thrane got a little sloppy there for a moment and Stark has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Thrane has managed to get both his arms back between Stark's legs - danger averted.
Stark is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Thrane defends well.
Stark throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Thrane escapes and throws Stark's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Thrane controls the position.
Thrane has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Thrane lands a high kick!
Thrane pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Stark shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Thrane counters with a nice leg kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tony Stark. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Stark with a lazy takedown attempt
and Thrane counters with a nice uppercut.
Stark keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Stark has a takedown stuffed.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
No joy there for Thrane, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Stark shoots in looking for a takedown but Thrane manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Stark's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Thrane lands a two punch combo.
Thrane just misses with a punch to the body.
Thrane lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Thrane.
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!
Stark shoots in for a takedown but Thrane shows good takedown defense.
Nice takedown defense from Thrane. No joy for Stark on that attempt.
Stark fails to land the takedown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jørgen Thrane showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Tony Stark's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
Thrane slaps away a takedown attempt from Stark, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Thrane now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Stark shoots in looking for a takedown but Thrane manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Stark's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
It seemed like Thrane was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jørgen Thrane seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Thrane ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stark moves away.
Thrane uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Stark has time to react.
Stark shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Thrane pinned against the cage. Thrane gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tony Stark. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stark fails with a takedown attempt.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Stark throws a half hearted mid kick.
Despite the aggression on Thrane's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A leg kick checked by Stark.
Stark appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A nice inside leg kick there by Thrane. That's going to slow Stark down.
Thrane digs a good body shot into Stark's ribs.
Stark keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Stark misses with a takedown attempt - Thrane sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Thrane! But no joy.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Stark with a poor takedown
and Thrane counters with a stiff right hand.
Thrane lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Nice shot by Thrane.
Thrane lunges at Stark with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Stark's hand.
Thrane lands a jab to the nose.
 Stark is rocked!
Stark will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Thrane swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
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!
Thrane misses the shot to the body.
Stark keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Thrane.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Stark checks a leg kick.
Thrane uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Stark.
Thrane dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Stark. That did some damage!
Stark shoots in for a takedown but Thrane shows good takedown defense.
Jørgen Thrane is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Thrane lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Stark changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Thrane tries to avoid it but Stark manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Thrane to the ground. Thrane escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Stark moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromThrane.
Stark misses with a takedown attempt
and Thrane counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Thrane looks to land a right hand but Stark moved out of range.
Stark thinks about countering with a head kick.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Thrane thuds his right hand into Stark's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Thrane defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Stark.
Stark shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Thrane as he jumps to the side.
Thrane throws a counter combo.
Thrane throws a low kick but Stark avoids it.
Stark attempts a counter takedown but Thrane avoids it well and moves away.
Stark fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Tony Stark has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Thrane connects with a looping right hand.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jørgen Thrane comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Thrane 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 26:30
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 26:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jørgen Thrane!
An out of breath Jørgen Thrane thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Hiroshima Nagasaki (ranked 665 p4p, 615 weight class) and Ralph McGuire (ranked 96 p4p, 84 weight class). Nagasaki's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Ground Zero (MOP). The crowd seem to be enjoying McGuire's choice of entrance music: Confederate Railroad - Daddy Never Was The Cadillac Kind. Well, I have no idea who's going to take 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 15 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Hiroshima Nagasaki!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 32 - 14 - 0, fighting out of New York, Ralph McGuire!
The judges for this bout are Yuuki Gou, Shigeki Sano and Yasuomi Hirokawa.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A thudding body kick lands there by McGuire!
Nagasaki misses with a straight left.
Nagasaki ducks right into an uppercut from McGuire.
It looks like Hiroshima Nagasaki has been cut.
Nagasaki is looking to land body kicks.
Nagasaki throws an off balance right hand
and McGuire counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Nice defenses there by Nagasaki.
Nagasaki fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and McGuire has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
McGuire lands a big uppercut and Nagasaki crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Nagasaki looks OK. McGuire waves Nagasaki back to his feet!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nagasaki waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McGuire.
Nagasaki misses with an uppercut.
McGuire cracks Nagasaki with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Nagasaki looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can McGuire finish him?
Nagasaki is rocked!
Hiroshima Nagasaki's cut is getting worse.
Nagasaki on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Oh Nagasaki is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nagasaki is breathing heavily.
Nagasaki walks forward, straight into a front kick from McGuire.
Nagasaki seems to have got his legs back now.
McGuire dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Nagasaki takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Nagasaki drops his hands momentarily and McGuire needs no second invitation. He sets himself and throws a perfect high kick, that clips Nagasaki just on the top of the head. Nagasaki drops like a sack of potatoes to the canvas, out cold! Oooooooh yeah! Stick a fork in Nagasaki - he's done!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Ralph McGuire!
Our winner, Ralph McGuire, 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 middleweight MMA rules bout between Oke Swahn (ranked 215 p4p, 411 weight class) and Juanito Escobar (ranked 29 p4p, 53 weight class). Escobar has chosen Sweat (Skeler Remix) - Charlie A.Y.O as his entrance music. This should be a great matchup!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 18 - 6 - 1, fighting out of Helsinki, Oke Swahn!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 22 - 13 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Juanito Escobar!
The judges for this bout are Hirohito Nitta, Shigeki Fujiwara and Kenichi Hosakawa.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Escobar bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Escobar throws a push kick but Swahn slaps the foot to one side.
Swahn checks a low kick from Escobar.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Escobar 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.
Escobar throws a low kick but Swahn avoids it.
A little feinted left hand from Swahn on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Swahn slips under a jab from Escobar.
Escobar is looking to land body kicks.
Swahn swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Escobar thows a left - swing and a miss!
Escobar scores with a nice body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Swahn blocks the body kick.
Swahn jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Both fighters circling a little - Escobar finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Escobar.
Escobar lands a really nice looking cross but Swahn seems unphased.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Escobar looks to land a left hand but Swahn moved out of range nicely.
Escobar throws a leg kick but Swahn moved away.
As Escobar backs away, Swahn returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Escobar throws a body kick that misses.
Swahn looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Escobar misses with a shot to the body
and Swahn counters with an inside leg kick.
Escobar misses with a kick to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Swahn misses the target.
A bone on bone clash there as Swahn blocks the leg kick.
Swahn swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Escobar scores with a kick to the midsection.
Escobar throws a push kick but Swahn slaps the foot to one side.
Escobar throws a half hearted mid kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Swahn misses its target.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Escobar catches Swahn with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Swahn connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Swahn blocks a leg kick.
Juanito Escobar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Escobar scores with a jab. Swahn acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Escobar looks to land a combination. Swahn sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
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!
Escobar swings for the body but Swahn moves out of range.
Escobar looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Swahn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Escobar finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Good leg kick by Escobar.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A thudding body kick lands there by Escobar!
Escobar throws a lazy right hand but Swahn sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Escobar goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Swahn half committed to a counter leg kick.
Escobar throws a head kick that misses.
Escobar misses with a wild body shot.
Swahn moves out of range of the body kick from Escobar.
Swahn appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Swahn throws the left hand but Escobar avoids the punch easily.
Nice uppercut there from Escobar.
Escobar changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Escobar throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Swahn avoids a punch combination nicely.
Swahn looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Escobar misses with a body shot.
Swahn moves out of range as Escobar throws a body kick.
Swahn is looking to counter punch.
Swahn takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Escobar throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
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!
Escobar misses the shot to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Swahn misses the target.
Escobar tries to land a front kick but Swahn steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Swahn is looking to counter punch.
Swahn takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Juanito Escobar dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Swahn checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Swahn throwing a counter right hand but Escobar manages to avoid it.
An inside leg kick lands from Escobar.
Escobar swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Swahn tried to counter with a leg kick but Escobar avoided it.
Escobar looks to land a body kick but Swahn moved away.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Escobar.
Escobar slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Escobar connects with a solid leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Escobar throws a sloppy body shot
and Swahn counters with a nice uppercut.
Swahn checks the leg kick nicely there.
Escobar throws a sloppy head kick and Swahn moves out of range easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Nice uppercut lands for Escobar. That snapped Swahn's head back.
Escobar lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Swahn checks a leg kick.
Swahn appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Swahn steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Escobar.
Swahn half committed to a counter leg kick.
Escobar misses with a body kick.
Swahn lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Swahn drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Escobar throws a hook to the side of Swahn's head but Swahn sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
It looked like Swahn wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Swahn takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Swahn moves out of range of the body kick from Escobar.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Escobar throws a half hearted mid kick.
It looked like Swahn wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Swahn blocks the body kick.
A big right from Swahn misses.
A jab from Escobar does it's job there.
Escobar swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Swahn to counter with a crisp jab.
Juanito Escobar seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A decent looking body kick lands there for Escobar.
Escobar scores with a one two! Swahn had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Escobar lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Swahn at a distance.
Swahn throws a leg kick but Escobar checks it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nice uppercut lands for Swahn. That snapped Escobar's head back.
Swahn steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Escobar.
Swahn looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Escobar misses the body punch
and Swahn counters with a nice uppercut.
Swahn moves out of range as Escobar strikes.
Swahn swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Escobar misses with a body shot.
Escobar throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Escobar connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Escobar tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Swahn throws a quick counter kick to the body but Escobar avoids it.
Escobar lands a high kick!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Swahn avoids a kick to the body.
Swahn blocks a jab.
Swahn thinks about countering with a head kick.
Swahn shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Swahn misses with a looping right.
Escobar only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Escobar closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Escobar 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 Swahn has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Swahn and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
An attempted straight right counter from Swahn misses the target.
A swing and a miss from Escobar.
Swahn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Swahn avoids the head kick by Escobar.
Swahn takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Juanito Escobar showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
The fighters circling - Escobar throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Escobar looks to throw a body kick
enabling Swahn to counter with a crisp jab.
Escobar takes a swing at Swahn's ribcage but misses.
Swahn throws a quick counter kick to the body but Escobar avoids it.
Swahn keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Swahn throws a quick counter head kick but Escobar was just out of range.
Escobar tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Swahn was well out of range. Poor timing from Escobar.
Escobar delivers a nice body kick.
Escobar swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Swahn is looking to counter punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Swahn misses with an uppercut. Escobar saw that one coming.
Escobar swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Swahn is looking to score with low kicks.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Escobar misses with a wild body shot.
Escobar just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromSwahn.
That kick from Escobar tenderised Swahn's leg. Swahn is trying to keep his angry face on.
Escobar throws a head kick that misses
and Swahn counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Escobar looks to throw a body kick
and Swahn cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Swahn takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Swahn checks a low kick from Escobar.
Swahn was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Good standup being displayed there by Escobar as he connects with a hook.
Escobar goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Swahn swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Oke Swahn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Escobar lands with a shot to the body.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Escobar buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Swahn walks into a stiff left hand from Escobar.
Swahn lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Jab by Escobar.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Escobar misses with a body kick.
Escobar misses the shot to the body.
Escobar throws a front kick aimed at Swahn's knee but Swahn avoids it well.
Swahn has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Swahn there as he acknowledges the shot.
Swahn avoids the body shot from Escobar.
Swahn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A nice inside leg kick there by Swahn. That's going to slow Escobar down.
Escobar connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Swahn momentarily.
Escobar scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Escobar checks a leg kick nicely.
Escobar doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Escobar misses with a body shot
enabling Swahn to counter with a crisp jab.
Swahn jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Swahn takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Swahn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Swahn fires out a quick counter leg kick but Escobar just manages to avoid it.
Swahn moves out of range of the body kick from Escobar.
Swahn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Swahn uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Escobar.
Escobar swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Swahn takes a swing at Escobar's ribcage but misses.
Escobar wants to land a leg kick but Swahn is out of range.
It looked like Swahn wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Escobar bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Swahn's head backwards.
Swahn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Swahn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Escobar keeps Swahn at a distance using the push kick.
Escobar looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Juanito Escobar comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Escobar 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 26:30
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 26:30
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Juanito Escobar!
Juanito Escobar 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 Boris Krylov (ranked 314 p4p, 827 weight class) and Simon Gustafsson (ranked 45 p4p, 125 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 35 - 17 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Boris Krylov!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 36 - 30 - 0, fighting out of London, Simon Gustafsson!
The judges for this bout are Yukihiro Yamamoto, Yuuki Gou and Tatsuya Matsuyama.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Krylov stuffs the takedown.
A quick step to the side and Krylov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gustafsson with a poor takedown
and Krylov counters with a deadly accurate combination that rocks Gustafsson badly! He tries to strike back but Krylov puts an end to that with another precision combo that knocks Gustafsson out cold! Oh man, Gustafsson will never hear the end of this one!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Boris Krylov!
After winning the bout, Boris Krylov 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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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Henry Dustfinger (ranked 197 p4p, 561 weight class) and Daniel Spong (ranked 27 p4p, 69 weight class). Dustfinger kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is The Bull Rider- Johnny Cash. Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
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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 16 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Henry Dustfinger!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 17 - 12 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Daniel Spong!
The judges for this bout are Tatsuya Matsuyama, Yukihiro Yamamoto and Shirou Masuda.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Spong misses the jab.
Dustfinger fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Spong manages to avoid it.
Dustfinger throws a jab when Spong was well out of range.
Dustfinger is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Spong.
Nice sprawl there from Dustfinger as Spong shoots in.
A little feinted left hand from Dustfinger on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Spong throws out a powerful jab.
A big right from Spong misses.
Spong misses with a straight right.
Spong fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Dustfinger to the ground. Spong is now in Dustfinger's guard.
Dustfinger avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Spong throwing strikes but missing.
Dustfinger knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Spong on the ground.
Spong lands a couple of decent looking shots.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Spong is looking to work some ground and pound but Dustfinger has wrist control.
Spong throwing strikes from guard but Dustfinger blocks nicely.
Spong loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Spong throws a big right hand that misses.
Dustfinger is looking to stand up but Spong isn't so interested in that idea.
Spong working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Spong working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Dustfinger working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Spong.
Spong throwing strikes from guard but Dustfinger blocks nicely.
Spong lands a couple of digs.
Spong working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Spong missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Spong working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Spong trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Spong won't allow Dustfinger to get back to his feet.
Spong postures up and lands a big shot to Dustfinger's brow.
Spong postures up in Dustfinger's guard and throws a big left but Dustfinger blocks it.
Spong trying to control the position from guard on top but Dustfinger is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Spong lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Spong throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Dustfinger works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dustfinger wants to get back to his feet but Spong is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Spong with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Spong advances position into side control!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Spong in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Spong is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Dustfinger has escaped the position, nice work there.
Spong sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Dustfinger is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Spong lands some shots froms side control.
Spong trying to control the position but Dustfinger is working away.
Dustfinger takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Dustfinger prevents Spong from improving position.
Spong working the body and head with strikes.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Spong wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Dustfinger, who protects the arm well.
Spong in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dustfinger is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Spong in side control, just content to control the action for now.
The ground and pound from Spong seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Spong has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Spong creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Dustfinger sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Dustfinger wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Daniel Spong dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
Spong takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Nice jab there from Dustfinger.
Nice defenses there by Spong.
Dustfinger lands a glancing blow to the side of Spong's head.
Dustfinger on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Dustfinger takes one to the chin there.
Dustfinger ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Spong moves away.
Daniel Spong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Spong connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Dustfinger defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Spong.
Dustfinger was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Dustfinger looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Spong misses with a looping left.
Dustfinger throws an overhand right that lands on Spong's shoulder, as Spong tries to avoid the shot.
Spong steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dustfinger.
Spong moves into range and connects with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spong comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Dustfinger swings for the body but Spong moves out of range.
Dustfinger takes a swing at Spong's ribcage but misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Dustfinger misses the target.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dustfinger misses with a looping left.
Henry Dustfinger is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Spong lands a jab to Dustfinger's midsection.
The fighters circle momentarily. Spong darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Spong thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dustfinger throws a looping overhand right but Spong ducks down to avoid it.
Dustfinger lands with an overhand left.
Dustfinger stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Dustfinger wants it to stay on the feet.
Spong bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Spong.
Henry Dustfinger has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Daniel Spong.
Spong shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Dustfinger has hold of Spong's hands but Spong slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dustfinger kicks Spong off and gets back to his feet.
Dustfinger scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Spong doesn't seem bothered though.
Spong drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Dustfinger utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Spong throwing strikes but missing.
Spong distracts Dustfinger with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Dustfinger keeping moving, preventing Spong from controlling successfully.
Spong is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Spong looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Spong wants to control from the top but Dustfinger keeps moving.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Spong looking to pass the guard.
Spong trying to control the position from guard on top but Dustfinger is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Spong throwing strikes from guard but Dustfinger blocks nicely.
Spong has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Spong won't allow Dustfinger to get back to his feet.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Spong accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Spong works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Spong looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Dustfinger tries to kick Spong off but Spong keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Dustfinger taking some punishment here, with Spong in his half guard.
Dustfinger wants to get back to his feet.
Dustfinger 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.
Spong is looking for a kimura here.
Dustfinger looks like he's trying to stand up.
Spong thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Daniel Spong will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
Dustfinger misses the shot to the body.
Dustfinger stuffs the takedown.
Spong paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Spong decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Dustfinger is trying to stand.
Dustfinger taking some punishment here, with Spong in his half guard.
Dustfinger is trying to stand.
Spong passes to full mount!
The referee warns Dustfinger that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Spong has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Dustfinger's face.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Poor strikes thrown by Spong there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Spong lands with some strikes.
Spong with good strikes from the mount here!
Daniel Spong has got the better of the ground game so far.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Spong lands with some strikes.
Dustfinger is rocked!
Spong lands a big shot to the head and Dustfinger winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Daniel Spong!
A relieved looking Daniel Spong thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
The defeated Henry Dustfinger had this to say: 'Awww Hell!'.
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Co-main event
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Sergey Vinogradov (ranked 100 p4p, 251 weight class) and Ed Green (ranked 6 p4p, 14 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 super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 26 - 13 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Sergey Vinogradov!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 31 - 15 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Ed Green!
The judges for this bout are Shigeki Fujiwara, Taro Takaoka and Shigeki Sano.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Green takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A big left from Vinogradov misses.
And Green tries to counter it with a takedown but Vinogradov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Vinogradov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Green was well out of range. Poor timing from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov throws a big shot that misses.
And Green tries to counter it with a takedown but Vinogradov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Green tries to move into range but Vinogradov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Vinogradov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
We've been informed that Green 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.
Vinogradov lands with a nice body punch.
Vinogradov scores with a hook to the body. Green takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A telegraphed right hand from Vinogradov misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Green throws an off balance right hand
and Vinogradov counters with a nice uppercut.
Some wild striking there from Green.
A punch combination from Green misses.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Vinogradov looks to score with a jab to the body but Green is just out of range.
Green missing with a left hand there. Vinogradov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Vinogradov punishes Green's body with a nice straight punch.
Green misses with a looping left.
It looked like Vinogradov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Green.
Vinogradov moves away from the strike by Green.
Vinogradov is looking to wear down Green with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Vinogradov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Sergey Vinogradov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Green looks to land a left hand but Vinogradov moved out of range nicely.
Vinogradov throws the left hand but Green avoids the punch easily.
Green rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vinogradov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Green throws a series of punches but Vinogradov avoids them all with ease.
A little feinted left hand from Vinogradov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Vinogradov throws a right and a left that Green avoids nicely.
Vinogradov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Green throws a jab when Vinogradov was well out of range.
Vinogradov swings away with a leg kick that misses.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Green misses with a left hand
and Green takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Green needs to keep his hands up - Vinogradov had a free shot at his head there.
Vinogradov connects with the punch.
Vinogradov thuds a left hand into Green's body.
Vinogradov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Green.
Green connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Green looks to land a combination but Vinogradov avoids it well.
Vinogradov connects with the punch.
Green avoids a punch combination nicely.
Vinogradov throws an overhand right that lands on Green's shoulder, as Green tries to avoid the shot.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Green.
A little feinted left hand from Vinogradov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nice straight punches there by Vinogradov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Vinogradov.
Green takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Vinogradov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Green bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Green with the counter takedown but Vinogradov avoids it easily.
Vinogradov is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Vinogradov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Green manages to avoid it.
Vinogradov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Green was well out of range. Poor timing from Vinogradov.
Green moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
It looks like Vinogradov has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Vinogradov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Green is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Vinogradov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vinogradov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Green with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Vinogradov seems to be working for a kimura but Green defends the submission attempt.
Vinogradov is keen to just control but Green is a slippery customer.
Green won't allow Vinogradov to pass to mount.
Green wants to improve his position but Vinogradov is controlling well.
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Vinogradov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Green is just riding it out for now. Vinogradov eventually gives up the hold.
Vinogradov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Vinogradov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Green throws a series of punches but Vinogradov avoids them all with ease.
Vinogradov misses the shot to the body.
Green swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Green takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Vinogradov misses the shot to the body.
Vinogradov tests Green's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Green loads up on a big right hand but Vinogradov slips the punch.
No joy there for Vinogradov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Vinogradov works the jab nicely.
Vinogradov throws a looping overhand right but Green ducks down to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Green uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vinogradov.
Green throws a right hand that misses
and Vinogradov counters with a three punch combo that has Green backing up. Green nods at Vinogradov to acknowledge the strikes.
Vinogradov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Green takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Green is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Green takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Green is still on wobbly legs! Can Vinogradov finish him?
That's one minute gone in the round.
Green throws a right and a left that both miss.
Green seems to have recovered his senses.
Green shoots for a double leg takedown but Vinogradov sprawls well. He's pushed Green's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Nice cross by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov lands a nice looking body shot.
Vinogradov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Green can do to turn this around?
Vinogradov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Greens jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Green misses with a right hand
and Vinogradov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Green thinking.
Vinogradov misses with a body shot.
Green is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Nice defenses there by Vinogradov.
Sergey Vinogradov is winning the standup battle so far.
Vinogradov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Green moves away.
Vinogradov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Green's head.
Vinogradov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vinogradov slips a straight right by Green.
It looked like Vinogradov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Green 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.
Green throws a poor cross that misses
and Vinogradov counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Green moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Vinogradov misses with a straight left.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Vinogradov, as that shot connected.
Vinogradov connects with a jab.
Vinogradov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Green.
Vinogradov stuns Green with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Green walks into a straight right hand from Vinogradov.
Vinogradov thuds his right hand into Green's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Green with a lazy takedown attempt
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vinogradov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Green's head backwards.
Green looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Green wants to control from the top but Vinogradov keeps moving.
Vinogradov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Vinogradov is trying to control the position but Green postures up.
Vinogradov wants to sweep here but Green controlling him for the moment.
Green passes Vinogradov's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Vinogradov pushes Green off looking to stand but Green dives back in and keeps control.
Vinogradov gets full guard.
Green wants to pass the guard but Vinogradov is keeping the position.
Green is still trying to improve position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Vinogradov has his foot on Green's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Green works his way back into a safe position though.
Green got a little sloppy there for a moment and Vinogradov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Green has managed to get both his arms back between Vinogradov's legs - danger averted.
Vinogradov wants to sweep but no luck.
Green trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Vinogradov looking for a guillotine here but Green defends easily.
Vinogradov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Vinogradov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Green stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vinogradov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Vinogradov dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
Nice defenses there by Green.
Vinogradov scores with a nice strike.
Vinogradov throws a shot to the body.
Vinogradov misses with a straight right.
Green thows a left - swing and a miss!
Green has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Vinogradov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Green throws out the jab.
Vinogradov misses with a leg kick
letting Green counter with a right hand.
Vinogradov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Vinogradov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Green moves away.
Green feints the counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Green shoots in for a takedown but Vinogradov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Vinogradov lands a jab-cross combination.
Vinogradov throws a hook to the side of Green's head but Green sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Green walks into a left hand.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Vinogradov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Green throws out the jab.
Green closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Green trying to control from half guard but Vinogradov is working away.
Green is thwarting Vinogradov's attempts to control the position.
Vinogradov won't allow Green to pass to mount.
Vinogradov gets full guard.
Green won't allow Vinogradov to get back to his feet.
Vinogradov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Green defends well.
Vinogradov working for a triangle but Green defends it easily.
Green tries to free his leg and advance position but Vinogradov is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Green stopping the sweep attempt from Vinogradov.
Green tries to free his leg and advance position but Vinogradov is retaining full guard.
Vinogradov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Vinogradov wants to stand but Green is controlling the position.
Vinogradov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Green looking to pass the guard.
Green keeps trying to improve his position.
Vinogradov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Green defends well.
Green trying to control but Vinogradov is working from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Vinogradov is looking to stand up but Green isn't so interested in that idea.
Green pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vinogradov is keeping the position for now.
Vinogradov working a defensive guard here.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Vinogradov lands with a good body shot.
Green swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Vinogradov ducks under a wild hook from Green.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Green misses with a few strikes there.
Green misses with a takedown
and Vinogradov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Green takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Vinogradov cracks Green with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Green walks into a left hand.
Vinogradov lands a jab-cross combination.
Vinogradov cracks Green with a right hand to the side of the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Green misses the target.
Nice shot lands for Vinogradov.
Vinogradov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Ed Green has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vinogradov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Green on the side of the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sergey Vinogradov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Vinogradov 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 Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergey Vinogradov!
Sergey Vinogradov 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 super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Torhte Finlayson (ranked 16 p4p, 228 weight class) and Jerry Short (ranked 1 p4p, 11 weight class). Finlayson comes to the cage accompanied by Scotland the Brave, Black Bear. Short has chosen Survivor - Eye Of The Tiger as his entrance music. This should be fireworks!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the super heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 45 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Torhte Finlayson!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 18 - 11 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Jerry Short!
The judges for this bout are Tatsuya Matsuyama, Hirohito Nitta and Shigeki Sano.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Short fails to land the takedown.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Short 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.
Finlayson throws a good cross that connects.
Short shoots in for a takedown but Finlayson shows good takedown defense.
Finlayson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Finlayson lands a nice shot to the body.
Finlayson connects with the punch.
It looks like Jerry Short has been cut.
Finlayson has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Short drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Short trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Short looking to sit in guard and control but Finlayson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Short throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Short escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Finlayson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Finlayson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Finlayson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Finlayson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Short has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Finlayson has managed to get both his arms back between Short's legs - danger averted.
Short isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Finlayson stacks Short on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Finlayson!
Finlayson working away.
Short is trying to improve his position.
Short is trying to control Finlayson's posture but Finlayson avoids it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Short tries to improve position but can't.
You can see the frustration on Short's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Finlayson happy to just control the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Short tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Finlayson remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Finlayson working away.
Finlayson works to advance to full mount. Short defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Short tries to hold on but Finlayson pushes him away.
Short is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Finlayson is staying active.
Finlayson controlling from mount.
Short is working to get back to half guard.
Short keeps trying to improve his position.
Short is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Short tries to reverse the position but Finlayson maintains control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Short sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Short wants to control but Finlayson is keeping busy.
Finlayson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Short looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Short actively working from the bottom here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Torhte Finlayson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jerry Short's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Finlayson ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Finlayson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Short can do to turn this around?
Short misses with a takedown
and Finlayson counters with a stiff right hand.
Short shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Finlayson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Short closes this distance looking for a takedown but Finlayson circles away.
Torhte Finlayson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jerry Short.
Finlayson lands with a right hand.
Short is rocked!
Finlayson lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in Short - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Finlayson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Torhte Finlayson!
Torhte Finlayson retains his super heavyweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Torhte Finlayson thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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