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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Jettrin Saenamuang (ranked 797 p4p, 1826 weight class) and Ken Irrawaddy (ranked 105 p4p, 207 weight class). Irrawaddy has chosen Laos Rules! as his entrance music. This should be fireworks!
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10 - 6 - 0 |
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173 cm
26
155
12 - 7 - 0 |
Abu Dhabi Champ
Lethal high kicks
Insanely flexible |
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Good wrestler
Excellent MT
Granite chin |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the featherweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 10 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Jettrin Saenamuang!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 12 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Ken Irrawaddy!
The judges for this bout are Wagner Zegers, Radbod Blank and Daniel Blasius.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A combination from Saenamuang does no damage.
Irrawaddy lands with an uppercut that bounces Saenamuang off the cage and back into range.
Nice cross by Saenamuang.
Saenamuang looks to land a right hand but Irrawaddy moved out of range.
Irrawaddy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Saenamuang with a body shot.
Saenamuang uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Irrawaddy.
It looked like Saenamuang wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Saenamuang takes one on the button.
Saenamuang throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Saenamuang throws a head kick that misses.
Some wild striking there from Saenamuang.
Irrawaddy throws a predictable looking body shot
and Irrawaddy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A head kick misses from Saenamuang.
Nice defenses there by Saenamuang.
An attempted straight right counter from Saenamuang misses the target.
Irrawaddy throws a shot from downtown. Saenamuang moves away and avoids it.
Saenamuang throws a head kick but Irrawaddy moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Irrawaddy just misses with a punch to the body.
Irrawaddy moves into range and clinches up with Saenamuang.
Irrawaddy manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Saenamuang tries to free his leg and advance position but Irrawaddy is retaining full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Saenamuang stopping the sweep attempt from Irrawaddy.
Irrawaddy keeps trying to improve his position.
Irrawaddy keeping moving, preventing Saenamuang from controlling successfully.
Irrawaddy looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Saenamuang advances position into side control!
Saenamuang tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Saenamuang tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Saenamuang wants to lay and pray for a moment but Irrawaddy keeps working.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Saenamuang takes advantage of some sloppy striking from Irrawaddy to pass into mount.
Saenamuang is trying to stand up but he's being controlled by his opponent.
Irrawaddy is working to get back to half guard.
Saenamuang with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Saenamuang is looking to stand but Irrawaddy has his arms wrapped tightly around him, looking to prevent the damage.
Irrawaddy really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Saenamuang tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Irrawaddy working to try and regain half guard.
Irrawaddy tries to hold on but Saenamuang postures up.
Irrawaddy is looking to get to half guard.
Irrawaddy sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Saenamuang is looking to take a break and control but Irrawaddy is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Saenamuang is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Irrawaddy moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Irrawaddy wants to sweep here but Saenamuang controlling him for the moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Jettrin Saenamuang dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Irrawaddy takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Saenamuang swats away the attempt to clinch by Irrawaddy.
Saenamuang is looking to clinch but Irrawaddy is avoiding it.
Saenamuang throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Irrawaddy dodges the punch combination from Saenamuang.
A head kick by Saenamuang misses
and Saenamuang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Irrawaddy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Saenamuang looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Irrawaddy just misses with a punch to the body.
Irrawaddy connects with a jab.
Jettrin Saenamuang is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Saenamuang comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Irrawaddy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Irrawaddy throws a hook to the side of Saenamuang's head but Saenamuang sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Saenamuang scores with a jab to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Saenamuang misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Saenamuang closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Saenamuang throws a nice outside leg kick.
Saenamuang moves out of range as Irrawaddy strikes.
That's one minute gone in the round.
The fight stays on the outside here - Irrawaddy looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Irrawaddy throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Saenamuang uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Irrawaddy.
Saenamuang throws a right hand that Irrawaddy ducks under and follows up with a left that Irrawaddy also avoids with ease.
Irrawaddy circles away from the clinch attempt
and Irrawaddy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Saenamuang throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Irrawaddy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Saenamuang throws a nice inside leg kick.
Saenamuang misses with a wild combination.
Jettrin Saenamuang is winning the standup battle so far.
Irrawaddy dodges the punch combination from Saenamuang.
Saenamuang misses with a looping left.
Irrawaddy throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Saenamuang stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Irrawaddy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
No joy there for Saenamuang, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Saenamuang throws a sloppy head kick
and Irrawaddy counters with a left to the body.
Irrawaddy takes a swing at Saenamuang's ribcage but misses.
Irrawaddy dodges the punch combination from Saenamuang.
Saenamuang closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Saenamuang throws a head kick that misses.
Saenamuang needs to keep his hands up - Irrawaddy had a free shot at his head there.
Irrawaddy thuds his right hand into Saenamuang's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Irrawaddy misses with a body shot.
Irrawaddy throws a hook but Saenamuang avoids it easily.
Saenamuang throws a right and a left that Irrawaddy avoids nicely.
Saenamuang misses with a double jab.
Saenamuang misses with a combination
and Irrawaddy counters with a nice body shot.
Irrawaddy cracks Saenamuang with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Saenamuang looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Irrawaddy avoids the head kick by Saenamuang.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Saenamuang misses with a jab, cross combination.
Irrawaddy lands with a cross.
Saenamuang throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Irrawaddy.
Irrawaddy takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Saenamuang takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A low kick from Saenamuang is predictable there
and Irrawaddy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Irrawaddy throws a hook but Saenamuang avoids it easily.
Saenamuang staying out of range there.
A combination from Saenamuang does no damage.
Saenamuang waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Irrawaddy.
Irrawaddy tries to clinch there but Saenamuang circles away.
A head kick from Saenamuang lands but Irrawaddy takes it in his stride.
Nice defenses there by Saenamuang.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Irrawaddy swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Saenamuang.
Irrawaddy looks to score with a jab to the body but Saenamuang is just out of range.
Irrawaddy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Saenamuang was well out of range. Poor timing from Irrawaddy.
Irrawaddy connects with a body shot.
Jettrin Saenamuang seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A decent looking cross lands there for Irrawaddy.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Irrawaddy misses with a wild body shot.
Saenamuang misses with an uppercut
and Irrawaddy counters with a right hand to the body.
Irrawaddy wants to clinch.
Irrawaddy lands a glancing blow to the side of Saenamuang's head.
Irrawaddy misses with a straight left.
Saenamuang misses with a wild combination.
Saenamuang lands with a kick to the temple. Irrawaddy shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Irrawaddy scores with a nice strike.
Irrawaddy lands a nice shot to the body.
Saenamuang throws a lazy head kick
letting Irrawaddy counter with a right hand.
Irrawaddy wants to clinch up but Saenamuang keeps it at a distance.
Saenamuang appears to be looking for a big counter.
Irrawaddy lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Saenamuang at a distance.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Ken Irrawaddy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Saenamuang's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Saenamuang throws a head kick that misses
enabling Irrawaddy to counter with a crisp jab.
Saenamuang ducks under a wild hook from Irrawaddy.
Saenamuang is looking to slow Irrawaddy down with leg kicks.
Irrawaddy scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
It looks like Jettrin Saenamuang has been cut.
Irrawaddy takes a swing at Saenamuang's ribcage but misses.
Irrawaddy misses with a series of wild punches.
Saenamuang throws a lazy right hand but Irrawaddy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A nice side step and Irrawaddy releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Saenamuang with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Irrawaddy to score with a decent uppercut.
Irrawaddy blocks a low kick nicely.
Irrawaddy throws a body shot but no joy.
Irrawaddy misses with a hook to the body
and Saenamuang counters with a three punch combo that has Irrawaddy backing up. Irrawaddy nods at Saenamuang to acknowledge the strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Saenamuang keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Saenamuang misses with a jab, cross combination.
Saenamuang throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Irrawaddy thuds his right hand into Saenamuang's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Saenamuang misses with a double jab.
Saenamuang on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Irrawaddy tries to clinch but Saenamuang moves out of range.
Saenamuang slips under a jab from Irrawaddy.
Irrawaddy misses with a body shot.
A combination from Saenamuang does no damage.
Irrawaddy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Saenamuang pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Saenamuang throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Saenamuang gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Irrawaddy.
Saenamuang throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Irrawaddy's head.
Irrawaddy throws a jab but it's blocked by Saenamuang.
Irrawaddy just misses with a punch to the body.
Saenamuang fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Irrawaddy has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Irrawaddy moves out of range of the body kick.
Saenamuang uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Irrawaddy.
Irrawaddy lands the left hand.
Saenamuang misses with a right hand
and Irrawaddy counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Irrawaddy avoids the head kick by Saenamuang.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Saenamuang lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Irrawaddy backs up against the cage.
Saenamuang throws a head kick but Irrawaddy moves out of range.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Irrawaddy lands a jab to the head.
Irrawaddy uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Saenamuang has time to react.
Saenamuang on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Saenamuang is rocked!
Irrawaddy throws a lazy right hand but Saenamuang sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Oh Saenamuang is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Saenamuang throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Saenamuang seems to have got his legs back now.
Saenamuang moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Saenamuang misses with a jab, cross combination.
Irrawaddy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Saenamuang was well out of range. Poor timing from Irrawaddy.
It looked like Saenamuang was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Irrawaddy misses with a looping left.
Irrawaddy tries to close the distance and clinch but Saenamuang swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Saenamuang instigates a clinch.
Saenamuang has a couple of punches blocked by Irrawaddy.
Irrawaddy takes a shot to the head.
Irrawaddy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Irrawaddy misses with a punch on the inside.
Irrawaddy swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Irrawaddy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Saenamuang swings wildly with an uppercut but Irrawaddy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Irrawaddy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Saenamuang looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Irrawaddy scores with a shoulder strike.
Irrawaddy blocking some punches.
Saenamuang throws a head punch that misses.
Saenamuang scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Irrawaddy takes an elbow to the forehead.
It looks like Ken Irrawaddy has been cut.
Irrawaddy is trying to pull guard but Saenamuang turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Irrawaddy lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short uppercut from Saenamuang.
Saenamuang working aggressively here.
A short left from Irrawaddy.
Saenamuang tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Saenamuang.
Irrawaddy presses Saenamuang against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Saenamuang takes a shot to the head.
Saenamuang misses with a punch on the inside.
Irrawaddy lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Saenamuang blocking some punches.
Saenamuang tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Saenamuang lands a left hand.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Irrawaddy presses Saenamuang against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Jettrin Saenamuang has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A short left from Saenamuang.
Irrawaddy misses with a hook to the ribs.
Saenamuang fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Irrawaddy lands a nice shot to the body.
Irrawaddy swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Irrawaddy swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Saenamuang misses with a hook to the ribs.
Saenamuang swings wildly with an uppercut but Irrawaddy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Irrawaddy blocking some punches.
Irrawaddy lands a shoulder strike.
Still in the clinch, Irrawaddy scores with a nice short uppercut.
Irrawaddy misses with the head strike.
Irrawaddy manages to pull guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Saenamuang passes into half guard.
Irrawaddy is trying to get back to full guard.
Saenamuang wants to get back to his feet.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Ken Irrawaddy just about did enough to take it.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Saenamuang's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Irrawaddy punishes Saenamuang's body with a nice straight punch.
Saenamuang scores with a one two! Irrawaddy had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Saenamuang uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Irrawaddy.
Irrawaddy fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Saenamuang goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Irrawaddy throws out a counter right but Saenamuang avoids it with no problem.
A big left from Saenamuang misses.
Irrawaddy jabs Saenamuang to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Irrawaddy throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Saenamuang stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A big left from Saenamuang misses.
A shot to the liver by Irrawaddy. Beautiful body shot.
Irrawaddy dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Saenamuang on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A head kick by Saenamuang misses
and Irrawaddy counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Saenamuang tests Irrawaddy's chin there with a solid looking shot.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Saenamuang dodges the punch combination from Irrawaddy.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Irrawaddy fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Saenamuang looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Saenamuang is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Saenamuang throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Irrawaddy's head.
Irrawaddy throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Saenamuang sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Saenamuang misses with a double jab
and Irrawaddy counters with a nice uppercut.
Saenamuang misses with a jab, cross combination.
Irrawaddy scores with a jab to the body.
Irrawaddy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Irrawaddy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Saenamuang.
Irrawaddy swings for the body but Saenamuang moves out of range.
Irrawaddy throws out a loose jab but Saenamuang uses good head movement to avoid it.
Saenamuang swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
letting Irrawaddy counter with a right hand.
Irrawaddy instigates a clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Irrawaddy blocking some punches.
Irrawaddy tries a body shot but Saenamuang blocks it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Irrawaddy.
Saenamuang throws an elbow but it misses.
Irrawaddy lands a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Irrawaddy.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Irrawaddy.
Irrawaddy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Irrawaddy lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Saenamuang throws an elbow that misses.
Irrawaddy lands a shoulder strike.
Irrawaddy tries to pull guard but Saenamuang won't allow it.
Irrawaddy scores with a shoulder strike.
Irrawaddy misses with the head strike.
Irrawaddy wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Saenamuang has him pressed against the cage.
Nice body punch from Irrawaddy - that landed with a thud.
Irrawaddy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Irrawaddy goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Irrawaddy jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Saenamuang walks away with a smile on his face. Irrawaddy gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Saenamuang throws a nice looking combination but Irrawaddy bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Irrawaddy staying out of range there.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Saenamuang connects with a body shot that sends Irrawaddy's belly button to the back.
Irrawaddy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It looked like Saenamuang was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Saenamuang throws the left hand but Irrawaddy avoids the punch easily.
Saenamuang throws a right and a left that Irrawaddy avoids nicely.
Saenamuang tries a head kick but it misses.
Irrawaddy loads up on a big right hand but Saenamuang slips the punch.
Saenamuang appears to be looking for a big counter.
Saenamuang throws a lazy uppercut
and Irrawaddy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Irrawaddy connects with a looping right hand.
Saenamuang misses with a right hand
and Irrawaddy holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Irrawaddy tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Saenamuang just stands there and leans against the cage.
Jettrin Saenamuang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ken Irrawaddy.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Irrawaddy creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Saenamuang misses with the head strike.
Saenamuang swings wildly with an uppercut but Irrawaddy uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Irrawaddy.
Irrawaddy takes a shot to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Irrawaddy softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Saenamuang throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Saenamuang on the inside.
Irrawaddy gets control of Saenamuang's arms and successfully pulls guard. Irrawaddy will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Saenamuang engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Saenamuang is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Irrawaddy 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.
Saenamuang passes into half guard.
Irrawaddy is not content to let Saenamuang control the position.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Ken Irrawaddy dominated that fourth round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Saenamuang's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
Irrawaddy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Saenamuang was well out of range. Poor timing from Irrawaddy.
A combination from Saenamuang does no damage.
Saenamuang looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Saenamuang throws a push kick but Irrawaddy slaps the foot to one side.
Irrawaddy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Saenamuang was well out of range. Poor timing from Irrawaddy.
Irrawaddy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Saenamuang tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Irrawaddy was well out of range. Poor timing from Saenamuang.
Irrawaddy misses with a series of wild punches.
Saenamuang is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Saenamuang tries a head kick but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saenamuang bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Irrawaddy looks to land a right hand but Saenamuang moved out of range.
Saenamuang pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Saenamuang throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Saenamuang lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Irrawaddy circles away quickly and effectively.
Irrawaddy appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Saenamuang misses with a few strikes there.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Saenamuang moves away from the strike by Irrawaddy.
A shot to the liver by Irrawaddy. Beautiful body shot.
Saenamuang slips a jab from Irrawaddy.
Saenamuang tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Saenamuang takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Irrawaddy ducks under a wild hook from Saenamuang.
Saenamuang pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Irrawaddy let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A jab from Irrawaddy finds it's way through Saenamuang's defenses.
Irrawaddy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Saenamuang tries to bum rush Irrawaddy with a series of wild strikes but Irrawaddy uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Saenamuang fails to land with a series of punches.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Saenamuang throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Irrawaddy's head.
Saenamuang lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Irrawaddy. Saenamuang does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Irrawaddy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Saenamuang moves away.
Saenamuang fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Saenamuang tries to close the distance and clinch but Irrawaddy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Saenamuang takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Irrawaddy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nice shot by Irrawaddy.
Irrawaddy scores with a hook.
Saenamuang tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
It seemed like Irrawaddy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Saenamuang takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Irrawaddy lands a jab to Saenamuang's midsection.
Irrawaddy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Saenamuang.
Saenamuang closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Irrawaddy lands a left hand.
Irrawaddy throws a punch but it's blocked by Saenamuang.
Saenamuang throws a head punch that misses.
Saenamuang lands with a light punch inside.
Saenamuang fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Saenamuang working aggressively here.
Irrawaddy working aggressively here.
Saenamuang misses with a short punch on the inside.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Saenamuang blocks a body shot from Irrawaddy.
Saenamuang throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Irrawaddys head.
Saenamuang misses with some punches.
Irrawaddy tries to throw a body punch but Saenamuang avoids it by throwing Irrawaddy back against the cage.
Saenamuang lands a nice uppercut.
Saenamuang lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Irrawaddy lands an uppercut.
Irrawaddy misses with a short punch on the inside.
Irrawaddy can't find room to land a body shot as Saenamuang controls the action.
Irrawaddy lands a hook to the side of the head.
Saenamuang swings wildly with an uppercut but Irrawaddy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Irrawaddy manages to break the clinch.
A combination from Saenamuang does no damage.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Irrawaddy! But no joy.
Saenamuang misses with a jab, cross combination.
Saenamuang ducks under a wild hook from Irrawaddy.
Irrawaddy forces Saenamuang back against the cage and clinches.
Irrawaddy lands a nice uppercut.
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!
Saenamuang lands on the inside with an uppercut.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Saenamuang lands a nice elbow.
Saenamuang working aggressively here.
Irrawaddy takes a shot to the head.
Irrawaddy tries to pull guard but Saenamuang forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Irrawaddy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Irrawaddy softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Irrawaddy prevents a body shot from Saenamuang.
Good body shot from Saenamuang.
Irrawaddy blocking some punches.
Saenamuang scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Ken Irrawaddy is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Saenamuang trying to land knees to the body.
Saenamuang lands with a left to the head.
Stalling in the clinch from Saenamuang.
Saenamuang is leaning against Irrawaddy and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Irrawaddy lands with a short shot to the head.
Saenamuang swings wildly with an uppercut but Irrawaddy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jettrin Saenamuang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A short uppercut from Saenamuang.
Irrawaddy misses with a punch on the inside.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Jettrin Saenamuang.
I think Irrawaddy 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 48:48
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 47:48
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Ken Irrawaddy!
Ken Irrawaddy is the new featherweight champion!
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