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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Higanti Libat (ranked 24307 p4p, 24658 weight class) and Way Nada (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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BJJ Blue Belt
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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 18 - 23 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Higanti Libat!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 15 - 26 - 1, fighting out of Las Vegas, Way Nada!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Alan Glass and Wesley Smith.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Libat misses with a takedown attempt - Nada sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Nada steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Libat closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Nada did well to prevent Libat getting side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Libat is taking a breather. Nada 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.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Nada wants to control but Libat is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Well, if Libat is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Libat has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
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.
Nada is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Libat misses with a takedown attempt - Nada sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Nada is trying to counter with his kicks.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nada tries for a takedown but Libat sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
And Libat counters with a quick kick to the body but Nada blocks it.
Libat misses with a takedown attempt - Nada sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Higanti Libat. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nada stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Nada wants it to stay on the feet.
Nada follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Nada fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Libat dives in for a single leg takedown but Nada sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Nada flicks out a counter leg kick but Libat steps away.
Nada is trying to drag Libat to the mat but Libat just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Libat has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Nada uses from the top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Higanti Libat dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nada.
It appears Libat was looking to counter with a kick there.
Nada tries for a takedown but Libat sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Nada throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Libat tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Nada is in Libat's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Libat wants to sweep but no luck.
Nada sitting in guard here, content to control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Libat has his hands on Nada's head, controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nada trying to control the position from guard on top but Libat is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Libat looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Nada controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Nada stopping the sweep attempt from Libat.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Nada fails with the takedown
and Libat counters with a body kick.
Higanti Libat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Way Nada.
Libat feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Libat slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Nada is trying to control the position but Libat postures up.
Libat drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Nada dives on top into guard.
Libat tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Libat controls Nada momentarily but Nada frees himself.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Libat looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nada slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Libat looking to control.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Higanti Libat will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
Nada is trying hard to land a takedown here. Libat sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
It appears Libat was looking to counter with a kick there.
Libat shoots in looking for a takedown. Nada tries to sprawl out of it but Libat keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Nada manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nada tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nada misses with a takedown attempt
and Libat counters with a head kick. That will keep Nada thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Nada shoots for a double leg takedown but Libat sprawls well. He's pushed Nada's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Libat quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Higanti Libat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Way Nada.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Libat scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Libat wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nada keeps working.
Nada is trying to control Libat's posture but Libat avoids it.
Libat is looking to take a break and control but Nada is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nada is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Libat is controlling him well.
You can see the frustration on Nada's face as Libat controls the position.
Nada can't do much from the bottom here.
Libat is staying tight to Nada's torso, preventing him from escaping.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Libat.
Libat shoots in for a double leg but Nada sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Libat fails with the takedown
and Nada counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Nada manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Libat on his heels. He'll look to pass Libat's guard now, I'm sure.
Higanti Libat overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Libat controls Nada momentarily but Nada frees himself.
Nada content to stall in guard here.
Way Nada has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Higanti Libat is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nada throws a strike but Libat rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
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 Higanti Libat.
Well Libat has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:28
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Higanti Libat!
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hype
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RATING
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