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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Machupa Rodikwamikambe (ranked 5781 p4p, 3550 weight class) and Harry Daebak (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Rodikwamikambe comes to the cage accompanied by Boy Harsher - Run. Harry Daebak is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
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BJJ Blue Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Machupa Rodikwamikambe!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 16 - 12 - 1, fighting out of Los Angeles, Harry Daebak!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Don Winkell.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rodikwamikambe swings widly with a right hand
and Rodikwamikambe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Daebak has closed the distance and engaged Rodikwamikambe in a clinch.
Rodikwamikambe manages to break the clinch.
Rodikwamikambe fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Rodikwamikambe dives in and grabs Daebak's left leg, looking for a takedown. Daebak pushes down on Rodikwamikambe's head and hops out.
Daebak fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rodikwamikambe, pushing him back against the cage.
Daebak's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Daebak tries to throw a body punch but Rodikwamikambe avoids it by throwing Daebak back against the cage.
Daebak tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Daebak has Rodikwamikambe pushed against the cage.
Daebak works on Rodikwamikambe's body with a couple of short punches.
Daebak is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Rodikwamikambe is defending well for now.
Rodikwamikambe prevents a body shot from Daebak.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A hook to the body from Daebak.
Rodikwamikambe tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Daebak just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Machupa Rodikwamikambe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Daebak lands a body punch.
Daebak tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Daebak slowing the pace effectively.
Daebak has Rodikwamikambe pressed against the cage.
The crowd are getting on Daebak's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
Daebak content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Good body shot from Daebak.
Daebak misses with a body punch.
Daebak cracks Rodikwamikambe with a nice body shot.
Good body shot from Daebak.
Daebak stalls.
Daebak stalls.
Good body shot from Daebak.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Daebak working Rodikwamikambe over with knees to the body.
The referee is keeping an eye on Daebak - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Daebak.
Daebak stalls.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Harry Daebak.
Rodikwamikambe throws a sloppy head kick
and Daebak cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rodikwamikambe gets tackled into the cage by Daebak. Daebak maintains the clinch.
Daebak tries to work over Rodikwamikambe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Daebak can't find room to land a body shot as Rodikwamikambe controls the action.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Daebak tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rodikwamikambe's elbow.
A right hook to the body lands for Daebak.
Nice body punch from Daebak.
Daebak tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rodikwamikambe's elbow.
Daebak will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Rodikwamikambe up against the cage.
A hook to the body from Daebak.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Daebak leaning against his opponent.
Daebak goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Daebak is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Daebak presses Rodikwamikambe against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Daebak struggles to land a body shot inside as Rodikwamikambe controls his hands.
Daebak digs a right hand into Rodikwamikambe's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Rodikwamikambe's gas tank.
Daebak just leaning against Rodikwamikambe, taking a breather.
Daebak digs a right hand underneath Rodikwamikambe's ribcage. Rodikwamikambe let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Rodikwamikambe is breathing heavily.
Daebak lands a body shot in the clinch.
Good body shot from Daebak.
Daebak slows down the pace here.
A short body shot lands from Daebak as the two fighters clinch.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Rodikwamikambe prevents a body shot from Daebak.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Daebak.
Daebak digs a right hand underneath Rodikwamikambe's ribcage. Rodikwamikambe let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Daebak works on Rodikwamikambe's body with a couple of short punches.
Daebak misses with a body punch.
A right handed body shot lands from Daebak.
Daebak lands a body shot in the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Daebak.
Daebak is working Rodikwamikambe over against the cage.
Daebak presses Rodikwamikambe against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Daebak digs a right hand into Rodikwamikambe's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Rodikwamikambe's gas tank.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Daebak manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Harry Daebak dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Daebak moves into range and clinches up with Rodikwamikambe.
Good body shot from Daebak.
Daebak has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Rodikwamikambe breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Daebak struggles to land a body shot inside as Rodikwamikambe controls his hands.
Daebak lands a body shot in the clinch.
Daebak lands a body punch in the clinch.
Daebak is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Daebak works on Rodikwamikambe's body with a couple of short punches.
Daebak digs a right hand into Rodikwamikambe's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Rodikwamikambe's gas tank.
Daebak lands a body shot in the clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Daebak stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Daebak stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Daebak pressing his opponent against the cage.
Daebak stalling in the clinch.
Daebak receives a warning from the referee for stalling.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Nice body punch from Daebak.
The referee is keeping an eye on Daebak - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Daebak scores a nice knee to the body.
Rodikwamikambe is looking to take this one to the mat.
Daebak goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Daebak prevents a body shot from Rodikwamikambe.
Rodikwamikambe looking for a takedown.
Rodikwamikambe tries to pull guard but Daebak holds him up against the cage and eventually Rodikwamikambe drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Machupa Rodikwamikambe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Daebak holding his opponent close, against the cage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Daebak.
A right handed body shot lands from Daebak.
Daebak presses Rodikwamikambe against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Daebak cracks Rodikwamikambe with a nice body shot.
Daebak landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Rodikwamikambe being controlled against the cage.
Daebak misses with a body punch.
Daebak taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Daebak is leaning against Rodikwamikambe and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Daebak lands a body punch in the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A right handed body shot lands from Daebak.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Daebak is working Rodikwamikambe over against the cage.
Daebak presses Rodikwamikambe against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Daebak is working Rodikwamikambe over against the cage.
Daebak taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Daebak.
A hook to the body from Daebak.
Daebak has Rodikwamikambe pushed against the cage.
Harry Daebak seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Daebak lands a body shot in the clinch.
Rodikwamikambe blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Daebak digs a right hand underneath Rodikwamikambe's ribcage. Rodikwamikambe let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Daebak lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Rodikwamikambe.
Daebak is struggling to control the position.
Daebak lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Rodikwamikambe or not.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A hook to the body from Daebak.
Daebak lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Rodikwamikambe.
Daebak lands a body shot in the clinch.
Daebak misses with a punch to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Daebak.
Daebak stalling in the clinch.
Daebak slowing the pace effectively.
Daebak lands a nice knee to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Daebak presses Rodikwamikambe against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Good body shot from Daebak.
Daebak throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A right hook to the body lands for Daebak.
Daebak digs a right hand underneath Rodikwamikambe's ribcage. Rodikwamikambe let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Daebak pushes Rodikwamikambe back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Harry Daebak showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
Daebak takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Daebak pushes Rodikwamikambe up against the cage in a clinch.
Good body shot from Daebak.
Daebak lands a body punch.
Daebak displaying some good clinch control by pressing Rodikwamikambe up against the cage.
Daebak trying to land knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Daebak works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Rodikwamikambe misses with an elbow over the top.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Rodikwamikambe is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Daebak pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Rodikwamikambe is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Daebak to keep the fight standing.
Daebak lands a body shot in the clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Daebak cracks Rodikwamikambe with a nice body shot.
A short body shot lands from Daebak as the two fighters clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Daebak.
Daebak digs a right hand underneath Rodikwamikambe's ribcage. Rodikwamikambe let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Daebak crunches a lovely knee into Rodikwamikambe's ribcage.
Nice body punch from Daebak - that landed with a thud.
Daebak throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Daebak throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Daebak stalls.
Daebak is leaning against Rodikwamikambe and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Daebak avoids a wild elbow strike from Rodikwamikambe.
A hook to the body from Daebak.
Daebak pressing his opponent against the cage.
A body shot lands from Daebak.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Daebak works on Rodikwamikambe's body with a couple of short punches.
A right hand to the body from Daebak.
Nice body punch from Daebak - that landed with a thud.
Daebak works on Rodikwamikambe's body with a couple of short punches.
The referee is keeping an eye on Daebak - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Nice body punch from Daebak - that landed with a thud.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A body shot lands from Daebak.
Daebak landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Daebak is leaning against Rodikwamikambe and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Daebak lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Rodikwamikambe.
Daebak lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Daebak digs a right hand underneath Rodikwamikambe's ribcage. Rodikwamikambe let out a lung full of air as it connected.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Daebak lands a nice shot to the body.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Daebak takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Daebak digs a right hand into Rodikwamikambe's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Rodikwamikambe's gas tank.
Daebak lands a nice shot to the body.
Daebak digs a right hand underneath Rodikwamikambe's ribcage. Rodikwamikambe let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Rodikwamikambe tries to pull guard but Daebak forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Machupa Rodikwamikambe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Daebak working Rodikwamikambe over with knees to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Daebak.
Nice body punch from Daebak - that landed with a thud.
Daebak slowing the pace effectively.
Daebak presses Rodikwamikambe against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Daebak stalling.
Daebak tries a body shot but Rodikwamikambe blocks it.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Daebak.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Daebak stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A right hand to the body from Daebak.
Rodikwamikambe is trying to stall.
Daebak throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Daebak lands a shot to the body.
Daebak is struggling to control the position.
Daebak slows down the pace here.
Daebak will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Rodikwamikambe up against the cage.
Machupa Rodikwamikambe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Harry Daebak is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Daebak continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Harry Daebak comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Daebak 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 24:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 24:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 24:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Harry Daebak!
A very excited looking Harry Daebak rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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energy
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hype
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pop
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RATING
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