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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Hjallis Kalske (ranked 374 p4p, 511 weight class) and Shape Shifter (ranked 59 p4p, 77 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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BJJ Red Belt
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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 18 - 11 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Hjallis Kalske!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 20 - 17 - 0, fighting out of London, Shape Shifter!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Richard Clark and Phil Schofield.
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.
Kalske throws a leg kick that is checked
and Shifter counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Kalske!
Shifter is trying to get an arm triangle but Kalske is defending well.
Shifter tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Shifter has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Shifter tries for a kimura but Kalske is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shifter is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kalske has escaped the position, nice work there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kalske is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at FF Forever, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Shifter tries for a kimura but Kalske is defending well.
Kalske manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Shifter landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Kalske trying to control from the bottom.
Kalske looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Shifter prevents Kalske from improving his position.
Kalske is defending against the submission attempts here by Shifter.
Shifter is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Kalske manages to get to full guard.
Kalske 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 fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Shifter postures up.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Shifter working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Shifter pushes down on Kalske's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Shifter is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kalske sees it coming and defends easily.
Kalske looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Kalske looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Shifter is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Shifter prevents Kalske from improving his position.
Shifter is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Shifter putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Kalske really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Shifter moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Kalske has worked his arm free - good work by Kalske!
Kalske struggling a bit here.
Shifter throwing strikes but Kalske manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Shifter manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Shifter looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Shifter wants to improve his position but Kalske is controlling well.
Kalske is keen to just control but Shifter is a slippery customer.
Shifter actively working from the bottom here.
Kalske looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Shifter actively working from the bottom here.
Shifter is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kalske pulls his head out easily.
Shifter tries to roll over but Kalske keeps him under control.
Shifter is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kalske's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kalske's back!
Kalske fending off the submission attempt from Shifter.
You can see the frustration on Kalske's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Shifter working for a choke but Kalske is defending well.
You can see the frustration on Kalske's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shape Shifter dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Kalske misses with a double jab
and Shifter counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Shifter is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Shifter missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kalske is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shifter is working for a kimura but Kalske is defending it quite comfortably.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Shifter lands a nice short elbow.
Kalske is controlling Shifter's trapped leg to prevent Shifter from advancing to side control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Shifter lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Shifter seems to be working for a kimura but Kalske defends the submission attempt.
Shifter is looking for a kimura but Kalske is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Shifter to get the leverage.
Shape Shifter has got the better of the ground game so far.
Shifter passes the guard and advances to mount!
Shifter throwing strikes here but Kalske is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Kalske wants to hold on but Shifter pushes him away.
Shifter working for a guillotine from mount but Kalske is in no mood to give up.
Kalske sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Shifter has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kalske gets full guard.
Kalske is looking for a triangle but Shifter pushes his legs off easily.
Shifter working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kalske's head.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Shifter is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Kalske looking for a guillotine here but Shifter defends easily.
Shifter working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Kalske is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Shifter drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Shifter jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Shifter throwing strikes from guard but Kalske blocks nicely.
Kalske wants to sweep but no luck.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Shifter in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kalske trying to keep a closed guard but Shifter is proving a slippery customer.
Kalske looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Shifter has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Shifter drops back looking for a leg! Kalske is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kalske manages to kick Shifter off! Shifter jumps back into Kalske's guard.
Shifter postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Shifter connects with a couple of short punches.
Shifter looking to pass the guard.
Shifter pushes down on Kalske's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Shifter thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kalske is looking to improve his position.
Shifter is looking for a kimura here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kalske is trying to get back to full guard.
Shifter is trying to work for a kimura but Kalske is defending well.
Kalske is looking for a sweep. Shifter is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kalske is defending against the submission attempts here by Shifter.
Kalske looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kalske makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kalske.
Kalske keeping full guard, as Shifter tries to pass.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shape Shifter showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
Shifter shoots in looking for a takedown but Kalske manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Shifter's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Shifter tries for a takedown but Kalske circles away easily
and Kalske counters with a straight right hand.
Kalske looks to throw the jab but Shifter is out of range.
Shifter tries to counter by closing the distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Shifter with the counter takedown but Kalske avoids it easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kalske looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Shifter is trying to counter with his kicks.
Shifter shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A little feinted left hand from Kalske on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Hjallis Kalske has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shape Shifter.
A telegraphed right hand from Kalske misses the target.
Shifter tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Shifter fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Kalske misses the target.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kalske throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kalske leaves Shifter with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kalske went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Kalske misses with a double jab
so Shifter counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kalske working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Shifter doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Shifter manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Shifter wants to pass the guard but Kalske is keeping the position.
Kalske working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Shifter.
Shifter won't allow Kalske to sweep him here.
Shifter distracts Kalske with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Shifter passes Kalske's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Shifter wants to work for an arm triangle but Kalske is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Shifter throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Shifter is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kalske sees it coming and defends easily.
Shifter works his way into side control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kalske is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Shifter prevents Kalske from improving his position.
Shifter wants to work for an arm triangle but Kalske is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kalske blocking the ground and pound attempt from Shifter.
Shifter is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kalske sees it coming and defends easily.
Shifter takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kalske wants to control but Shifter is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Kalske looking for submissions off his back.
Shifter tries to pass to full mount but Kalske defends it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shifter is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kalske doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Shifter.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Shape Shifter.
I've got Shifter winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shape Shifter!
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