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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Kaido Graindo (ranked 2614 p4p, 1870 weight class) and Ivern Gustavsson (ranked 348 p4p, 257 weight class). I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!
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Excellent boxer
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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 14 - 11 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Kaido Graindo!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 9 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Ivern Gustavsson!
The judges for this bout are Sosuke Kotani, Kenichi Hosakawa and Shigeki Fujiwara.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Graindo misses with a hook. Gustavsson ducked under it nicely.
Gustavsson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Graindo.
Graindo getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
It looks like Ivern Gustavsson has been cut.
Graindo misses with a shot to the body
and Gustavsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Gustavsson gets a double leg takedown into Graindo's guard.
Gustavsson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Graindo looking for a sweep. Not yet Graindo, not yet.
Gustavsson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Let's hope that Gustavsson has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Graindo looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gustavsson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Gustavsson trying to control but Graindo is working from the bottom.
Graindo has Gustavsson pulled in close to control his posture.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Gustavsson lands with a cross.
Gustavsson shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Graindo swings for the body but Gustavsson moves out of range.
Gustavsson shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Gustavsson showed some decent athleticism there.
Gustavsson is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Gustavsson is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Graindo reverses the position - he's now on top in Gustavsson's guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Graindo trying to control the position from guard on top but Gustavsson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gustavsson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Graindo wants to control from the top but Gustavsson keeps moving.
Graindo seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Graindo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gustavsson has Graindo pulled in close to control his posture.
Graindo throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Gustavsson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Graindo is one step ahead there.
Graindo stays in close to Gustavsson's body and controls the position.
Graindo distracts Gustavsson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gustavsson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Gustavsson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Gustavsson pulls Graindo in close to prevent any damage.
Graindo trying to control but Gustavsson is working from the bottom.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Gustavsson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kaido Graindo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gustavsson has his takedown stuffed
and Graindo counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Graindo throws a nice looking combination but Gustavsson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Gustavsson shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Graindo is trying to defend but Gustavsson finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Graindo keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gustavsson trying to control the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Kaido Graindo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ivern Gustavsson's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Graindo misses with a hook
and Gustavsson counters with a nice double leg into side control. Graindo won't be happy with that.
Graindo manages to get back to half guard.
Gustavsson slips a nice elbow through Graindo's hands, connecting with Graindo's forehead.
Gustavsson scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Graindo controlling the position well.
Graindo is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Zenarals' House, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Gustavsson is trying to control. Graindo wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Gustavsson throwing shots but Graindo is blocking nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gustavsson trying to control the pace.
Gustavsson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Gustavsson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gustavsson slips a nice elbow through Graindo's hands, connecting with Graindo's forehead.
Ground and pound from Gustavsson.
Gustavsson controlling the pace.
Gustavsson working over Graindo with some ground and pound. Graindo looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Gustavsson is taking a breather. Graindo says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Graindo is pressing down on Gustavsson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Gustavsson controls from within his opponent's guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gustavsson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gustavsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Graindo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Gustavsson throws a series of punches but Graindo moves out of range.
Graindo swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gustavsson staying out of range there.
Gustavsson changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Graindo looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Graindo tries to buck Gustavsson off but Gustavsson is having none of it.
Graindo taking punishment in the form of punches.
My spies in Silverback MMA inform me that Gustavsson has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Gustavsson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Graindo keeps working.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Graindo being controlled for a moment.
Gustavsson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Graindo keeps working.
Gustavsson is putting a hurting on Graindo here, landing some big shots from side control.
Graindo manages to get back to half guard.
Graindo is trying to get back to full guard.
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.
Graindo looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Graindo wants to get back to full guard.
Gustavsson trying to advance position but Graindo counters by regaining guard.
Graindo trying to control the position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Graindo trying to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ivern Gustavsson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ivern Gustavsson's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
Gustavsson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Graindo defends it nicely.
Gustavsson is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Graindo's half guard.
Gustavsson wants to pass the guard but Graindo is defending well.
Graindo is not content to let Gustavsson control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Graindo has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gustavsson is working away from the top position though.
The fighters are battling for position here. Graindo manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Graindo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Graindo trying to control the position.
Gustavsson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Graindo is on top in guard.
Gustavsson 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.
Gustavsson is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Graindo gets back to full guard.
Graindo preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gustavsson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Gustavsson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Graindo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Graindo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Gustavsson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Graindo trying to control the position.
Gustavsson distracts Graindo with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Gustavsson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Graindo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gustavsson tries to free his leg and advance position but Graindo is retaining full guard.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Gustavsson slips under a jab from Graindo.
Graindo lands a jab-cross combination.
A looping hook to the body misses from Graindo. Gustavsson does a little dance to reset his feet.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
No luck for Gustavsson with that takedown attempt.
Graindo fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Gustavsson to the ground. Graindo is now in Gustavsson's guard.
Gustavsson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Gustavsson lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Graindo avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Graindo 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.
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!
Graindo lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gustavsson keeping moving, preventing Graindo from controlling successfully.
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 Kaido Graindo.
I think Graindo has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:30
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Kaido Graindo!
Kaido Graindo seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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energy
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