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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Denzel Hastings (ranked 5851 p4p, 25282 weight class) and Knock Out (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Denzel Hastings has a significant reach advantage - let's see if he can make it count.
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BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
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Counter fighter
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 2 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Denzel Hastings!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 2 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Knock Out!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Peter Branson and Santiago Holmes.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Out throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Hastings gets a clinch.
Out tries for a takedown. No joy.
Out is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Out is trying to break free.
Out is trying to break free.
Stalling in the clinch from Out.
Hastings has Out pressed against the cage, preventing Out from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hastings has Out pushed against the cage.
Hastings has Out pressed against the cage, preventing Out from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Hastings breaks the clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Good leg kick by Out.
Hastings tries to close the distance and clinch up but Out swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Hastings scores with a takedown into Out's guard.
Hastings wanted to stand there but Out had control of the position.
Out trying to keep a closed guard but Hastings is proving a slippery customer.
Hastings forces his way into half guard.
Hastings will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Out is trying to control but can't.
Hastings is taking a breather. Out 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.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Hastings wants to stand up but Out is controlling the position.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hastings moves in looking to clinch but Out pushes him off.
Hastings shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Out pinned against the cage. Out gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Hastings shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Out pinned against the cage. Out gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
A countering left hand to the body from Out misses.
Out works over Hastings's head and body with a nice combination.
Out scores with a jab to the head.
Out throws a nice looking combination but Hastings bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Out looks to land a right hand but Hastings moved out of range.
Hastings fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Denzel Hastings. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hastings chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Out can pounce on him.
Horrible takedown attempt by Hastings or perhaps it was just good defense by Out, which made it look bad.
Hastings steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Out.
Hastings takes the fight into the clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hastings taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Hastings is trying to break the clinch but Out is controlling him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Knock Out dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Out drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Hastings is looking to stand up but Out isn't so interested in that idea.
Out wants to control from the top but Hastings keeps moving.
Out got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hastings has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Out has managed to get both his arms back between Hastings's legs - danger averted.
Hastings is looking to stand up but Out isn't so interested in that idea.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Out is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Out's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Hastings being controlled here, momentarily.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Hastings moves into the clinch.
Out pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Out looks to land a right hand but Hastings moved out of range.
Hastings tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Out manages to circle out of the way.
Hastings bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Out leaves Hastings with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Hastings moves to clinch but Out breaks away
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Out circles away from the clinch attempt.
Hastings swinging wildly here.
Out throws a looping overhand right but Hastings ducks down to avoid it.
Out with a nice calf kick.
Hastings shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Out napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Out is trying to improve his position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Out is trying to control Hastings's posture but Hastings avoids it.
Hastings is looking to take a break and control but Out is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Hastings tries to stand but Out controls the position and pulls Hastings into his guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
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.
Out had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hastings defends it easily.
Hastings is working Out over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Out wants to sweep here but Hastings controlling him for the moment.
Hastings looking to pass the guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hastings is pushing down on Out's leg trying to pass to half guard. Out is fighting to maintain full guard but Hastings has managed to sneak the leg through.
Hastings is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Knock Out will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Hastings's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
Hastings misses with a takedown attempt - Out sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Hastings shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hastings closes this distance looking for a takedown but Out circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Denzel Hastings. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Out throws a hook but Hastings avoids it easily.
Out fails to land with a series of punches.
Hastings on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Out has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Out catches Hastings with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Out tries to bum rush Hastings with a series of wild strikes but Hastings uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Hastings shoots in for a takedown but Out shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Out looks to land a combination. Hastings sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Hastings is looking to clinch but Out is avoiding it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hastings shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Out to counter with a crisp jab.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hastings has managed to clinch.
Out wants to break free but Hastings has control.
Out gets underhooks to prevent Hastings's takedown attempt.
Out is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Out misses with a punch on the inside.
Hastings tries to stall but Out uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Out effectively controlling the action here.
Hastings avoiding damage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hastings tries to land a knee to the head but Out blocks with his arms.
Out's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hastings bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Out can't do much from the bottom here.
Hastings tries to move to full mount but Out actually manages to regain half guard.
Hastings wants to take a breather but Out is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Out keeps control of the position for the meantime.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hastings performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Out is holding on to half guard well.
Hastings is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Knock Out seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hastings moves into the clinch.
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.
Hastings just leaning against Out, taking a breather.
Hastings wants a takedown but no success here.
Hastings tries to pull guard but Out won't allow it.
Hastings is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Out pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Hastings has Out pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Out manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Hastings stalling in the clinch but Out improves position.
Knock Out is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hastings lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Hastings prevents Out from improving his position.
Denzel Hastings has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Out is positioning himself well to prevent Hastings advancing to mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Knock Out.
I've got Out 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Knock Out!
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energy
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hype
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pop
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mgr
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FIGHT
RATING
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