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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Anti Half Assed (ranked 2074 p4p, 1290 weight class) and Pablo Itzpapalotltotec (ranked 280 p4p, 187 weight class). Itzpapalotltotec has chosen Copacabana - Barry Manilow as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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Abu Dhabi Champ
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 33 - 25 - 2, fighting out of St Petersburg, Anti Half Assed!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 19 - 14 - 1, fighting out of Amsterdam, Pablo Itzpapalotltotec!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Steven Brown and Daniel Bishop.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Half Assed bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Half Assed swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the side of Half Assed's head but Half Assed sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A quick step to the side and Half Assed tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Half Assed scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Itzpapalotltotec changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Half Assed takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Itzpapalotltotec defending well as Half Assed loads up on a big left hand.
Itzpapalotltotec lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Half Assed scores with a crisp jab that stopped Itzpapalotltotec in his tracks.
Half Assed looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Half Assed at a distance.
Half Assed looks to land a right hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range of the leg kick from Half Assed.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Itzpapalotltotec is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Itzpapalotltotec walks into a straight right hand from Half Assed.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Half Assed dives in and grabs Itzpapalotltotec's left leg, looking for a takedown. Itzpapalotltotec pushes down on Half Assed's head and hops out.
Half Assed moves out of range of the strikes.
A slow jab from Half Assed misses its intended target.
Itzpapalotltotec slips a jab from Half Assed.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Half Assed was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec slips a jab from Half Assed.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Half Assed manages to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Half Assed moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Half Assed. Itzpapalotltotec does a little dance to reset his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec leaves Half Assed with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Half Assed. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the side of Half Assed's head but Half Assed sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Half Assed avoids a punch combination nicely.
Half Assed seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice looking body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a shot to the body in his stride.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Half Assed looks to throw the jab but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right hand that Half Assed ducks under and follows up with a left that Half Assed also avoids with ease.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Half Assed is just out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Half Assed on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Half Assed looks to land a left hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec walks into a left hand.
Half Assed slips under a jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Half Assed misses the jab.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
Half Assed uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
Half Assed shoots in and gets a takedown into Itzpapalotltotec's guard.
Itzpapalotltotec not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Half Assed trying to control the position from guard on top but Itzpapalotltotec is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Half Assed has gone for a leg lock! Itzpapalotltotec slips out almost immediately though and dives into Half Assed's guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Half Assed looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to pass the guard but Half Assed is keeping the position.
Itzpapalotltotec 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.
Itzpapalotltotec drops back looking for a leg! Half Assed is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Half Assed manages to kick Itzpapalotltotec off! Itzpapalotltotec jumps back into Half Assed's guard.
Itzpapalotltotec controls from within his opponent's guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Itzpapalotltotec postures up.
Itzpapalotltotec is pushing down on Half Assed's leg trying to pass to half guard. Half Assed is fighting to maintain full guard but Itzpapalotltotec has managed to sneak the leg through.
Half Assed looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec prevents Half Assed from improving his position.
Half Assed is trying to maintain the position but Itzpapalotltotec is very close to passing his half guard.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Half Assed defends it well.
Itzpapalotltotec slows the pace down in half guard.
Half Assed is not content to let Itzpapalotltotec control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that round.
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.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec checks a low kick from Half Assed.
Good shot there by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Half Assed throws a nice head kick!
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Half Assed was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec walks into a left hand.
Half Assed cracks Itzpapalotltotec with an open hand slap.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Half Assed.
Itzpapalotltotec pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Half Assed looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Itzpapalotltotec lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Itzpapalotltotec engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Anti Half Assed overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Half Assed wants to sweep here but Itzpapalotltotec controlling him for the moment.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control from the top but Half Assed keeps moving.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to free his leg and advance position but Half Assed is retaining full guard.
Half Assed lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Half Assed stopping the sweep attempt from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Half Assed is aware though and is defending well.
Itzpapalotltotec working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Half Assed has passed into half guard!
Half Assed is stalling here. Itzpapalotltotec is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Half Assed seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Itzpapalotltotec has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Half Assed tries to improve position but can't.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to take a break and control but Half Assed is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Half Assed's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec moves into full mount!
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the attempt from Half Assed to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Itzpapalotltotec tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Half Assed tries to reverse the position but Itzpapalotltotec maintains control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Itzpapalotltotec controlling the position easily from mount.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to take Half Assed's back here but Half Assed is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to control but Half Assed wriggling away.
Half Assed wants to hold on but Itzpapalotltotec pushes him away.
Half Assed working to try and regain half guard.
Half Assed manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Half Assed is refusing to be controlled, as Itzpapalotltotec sits in half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Still in half guard, Itzpapalotltotec seems content to control.
Half Assed is looking to control Itzpapalotltotec's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Half Assed avoid being mounted?
Itzpapalotltotec is working for a kimura but Half Assed is defending it quite comfortably.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Half Assed is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Itzpapalotltotec pulls his head out easily.
Half Assed trying to control from the bottom.
Half Assed trying to get back to full guard but Itzpapalotltotec takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Itzpapalotltotec looking to control and managing it successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Pablo Itzpapalotltotec will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a punch combination nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec defending well as Half Assed loads up on a big left hand.
Half Assed avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Half Assed moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a nice right hand.
Half Assed throws a shot from downtown. Itzpapalotltotec moves away and avoids it.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the side of Half Assed's head but Half Assed sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Half Assed steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Half Assed ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec digs a good hook to Half Assed's body.
Half Assed darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a shot to the body.
Half Assed pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Half Assed throws a right hand that Itzpapalotltotec ducks under and follows up with a left that Itzpapalotltotec also avoids with ease.
Half Assed throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec blocks it.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a looping right.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a jab right on the kisser.
Half Assed avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Half Assed lands a jab to the nose.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Half Assed walks into a straight right hand from Itzpapalotltotec.
Half Assed throws the left hand but Itzpapalotltotec avoids the punch easily.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an overhand right that lands on Half Assed's shoulder, as Half Assed tries to avoid the shot.
Half Assed appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec digs a good hook to Half Assed's body.
Itzpapalotltotec with a nice cross.
Half Assed bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Anti Half Assed has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild body shot.
Half Assed throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec blocks it.
Half Assed scores with a sloppy right hand. Itzpapalotltotec should have avoided that one.
Itzpapalotltotec thows a left - swing and a miss!
Half Assed throws a wild body kick that Itzpapalotltotec sees coming a mile off.
Half Assed throws out a powerful jab.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Half Assed was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Half Assed throws a lazy right hand but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Half Assed takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right hand that misses
enabling Half Assed to counter with a crisp jab.
Half Assed throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Itzpapalotltotec uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Half Assed.
Nice shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Half Assed scores with a takedown into Itzpapalotltotec's guard.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping moving, preventing Half Assed from controlling successfully.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Itzpapalotltotec working for a triangle but Half Assed defends it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Itzpapalotltotec had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Half Assed defends it easily.
Half Assed stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Itzpapalotltotec swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Half Assed not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Half Assed trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Half Assed trying to control but Itzpapalotltotec is working from the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Half Assed's guard.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control but Half Assed is working from the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Itzpapalotltotec stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Half Assed swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Half Assed wants to sweep but no luck.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Pablo Itzpapalotltotec.
Well Itzpapalotltotec 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pablo Itzpapalotltotec!
After winning the bout, Pablo Itzpapalotltotec 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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RATING
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