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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Maulen Adilev (ranked 4280 p4p, 4068 weight class) and Dave Newton (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). We have two fighters making their debuts here, so let's see who comes out of this one with their first professional victory.
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185 cm 25 194 0 - 0 - 0 |
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180 cm 18 185 0 - 0 - 0 |
Good takedowns Brawler Very quick |
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BJJ Blue Belt Brawler Intelligent |
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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 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Maulen Adilev! And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Dave Newton! The judges for this bout are Marco Blurström, Anni Minnemäki and Matti Vanhoillinen.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Newton misses with a wild combination.
Adilev misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Newton shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Adilev is trying to defend but Newton finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Adilev looking for submissions off his back. Adilev tries to get to full guard but Newton has control of the leg. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Adilev actively working from the bottom here. Newton controlling the action here.
That's one minute gone in the round. Newton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Adilev is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Newton pulls his head out easily. Adilev keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Newton is thwarting Adilev's attempts to control the position. Newton takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Newton in particular looking to stall.
That's two minutes gone in the round. The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Adilev tries to roll over but Newton keeps him under control. Newton is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Adilev! The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Adilev tries to reverse the position but Newton maintains control. Adilev tries to hold on but Newton pushes him away. Adilev tries to control the position but Newton now has his back.
Adilev trying to control the position but Newton manages to sink in the hooks. I would not like to be Adilev right now.
Newton keeps control of the position as Adilev tries to break free.
That's three minutes gone in the round. The referee is taking a good look at Adilev as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from Newton!
Newton is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. Adilev is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Newton really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Adilev. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Adilev is trying to break free.
Adilev breaks Newton's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Newton is trying to control the position but Adilev postures up.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Adilev sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Newton's guard. Adilev is thwarting Newton's attempts to control the position. Newton wants to get back to his feet. Adilev is looking to take a break and control but Newton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Newton has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Adilev is working away from the top position though. Adilev is keen to just control but Newton is a slippery customer. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Adilev is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Newton doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Adilev. Newton tries to get to full guard but Adilev has control of the leg. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dave Newton dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Newton throws a body shot but no joy. Newton drives through with a takedown into Adilev's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Dave Newton has got the better of the ground game so far. Adilev working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Newton doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Adilev is tightening it up a little... Newton has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Newton reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Newton taps out! Nice BJJ there by Adilev!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Maulen Adilev! In his post fight interview, Maulen Adilev started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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energy
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hype
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pop
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mgr
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