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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Alien Invasion (ranked 1233 p4p, 2395 weight class) and Larry LeFell (ranked 160 p4p, 282 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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Basic striking
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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 8 - 5 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Alien Invasion!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 4 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Larry LeFell!
The judges for this bout are Santiago Holmes, Sandra Marshall and Michael Johnstone.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Invasion gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Invasion will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
LeFell trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Invasion preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Invasion with a couple of shots from the bottom there - nothing LeFell can't handle though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
LeFell missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
LeFell thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
LeFell trying to control but Invasion is working from the bottom.
Invasion had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. LeFell defends it easily.
LeFell slips nicely into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Invasion lands one or two decent shots to the body here. Although from his own half guard, he's not going to be causing too much damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeFell is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Invasion has managed to free his arm - good work.
Invasion actively working from the bottom here.
LeFell looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Invasion looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
LeFell thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Invasion's head.
LeFell wants to pass the guard but Invasion is defending well.
Invasion tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Invasion looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
LeFell seems to be looking for submissions.
LeFell is trying to control. Invasion wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
LeFell content to control rather than advance.
Invasion is staying active underneath LeFell, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Invasion looking for submissions off his back.
Invasion wants to get back to full guard.
That's two 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.
Invasion makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Invasion.
LeFell trying to control the position from guard on top but Invasion is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Invasion working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. LeFell doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. LeFell manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
LeFell wants to pass the guard but Invasion is keeping the position.
LeFell 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.
Invasion has his foot on LeFell's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. LeFell works his way back into a safe position though.
Invasion working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. LeFell doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. LeFell manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Invasion definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
LeFell content to stall in guard here.
Invasion is looking for a triangle but LeFell pushes his legs off easily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
LeFell is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
LeFell tries to free his leg and advance position but Invasion is retaining full guard.
Invasion is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Invasion working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. LeFell doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. LeFell manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Invasion has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but LeFell can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
LeFell tries to free his leg and advance position but Invasion is retaining full guard.
Invasion trying to strike off his back.
Invasion keeping moving, preventing LeFell from controlling successfully.
LeFell is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
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.
LeFell shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Invasion but Invasion pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Invasion feints and as LeFell raises his hands in defense, Invasion changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Invasion wants to control from the top but LeFell keeps moving.
LeFell trying to control the position here.
Invasion postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Invasion postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Invasion throwing strikes from guard but LeFell blocks nicely.
Invasion trying to control the position from guard on top but LeFell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Larry LeFell dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Nice takedown defense from Invasion. No joy for LeFell on that attempt.
Invasion gets the takedown into side control.
LeFell is not content to let Invasion control the position.
LeFell taking a bit of punishment here - Invasion scoring with strikes.
Invasion with the ground and pound but LeFell regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Invasion sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. LeFell defending well though.
LeFell makes his way to full guard. A much better position for LeFell.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeFell preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Invasion throws an elbow that misses. LeFell uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Invasion's guard. Nice move by LeFell!
Invasion is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. LeFell is aware though and is defending well.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Invasion is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. LeFell is aware though and is defending well.
Invasion utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
LeFell got a little sloppy there for a moment and Invasion has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, LeFell has managed to get both his arms back between Invasion's legs - danger averted.
LeFell got a little sloppy there for a moment and Invasion has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, LeFell has managed to get both his arms back between Invasion's legs - danger averted.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Invasion escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. LeFell gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
LeFell postures up in Invasion's guard and throws a big left but Invasion blocks it.
LeFell is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Invasion looking for subs off his back but LeFell has passed one foot through into half guard.
LeFell wants to take a breather but Invasion is having none of it.
Invasion keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
LeFell lands with a punch from half guard.
Invasion slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Invasion working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. LeFell doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. LeFell manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Invasion is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. LeFell is aware though and is defending well.
Invasion had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. LeFell defends it easily.
Invasion doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
LeFell pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Invasion is keeping the position for now.
Invasion had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. LeFell defends it easily.
Invasion looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
LeFell trying to control but Invasion is working from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Invasion utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Invasion had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. LeFell defends it easily.
LeFell keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Invasion's head.
Larry LeFell has got the better of the ground game so far.
LeFell passes Invasion's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Invasion misses with some strikes from the bottom.
LeFell throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Invasion flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Invasion missing with punches from the bottom.
Invasion avoiding damage under a succession of punches from LeFell.
LeFell seems to be looking for submissions.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Invasion tries to get to full guard but LeFell has control of the leg.
LeFell thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
LeFell trying to mount his opponent but Invasion defends it.
LeFell has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Invasion lands with a few short shots to the body.
LeFell seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Invasion does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Invasion throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Invasion throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
LeFell has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
LeFell landing strikes, looking to finish!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Invasion can't escape the position.
Invasion throwing hammer fists to the chest of LeFell. What's that going to do exactly?
Invasion working to try and regain half guard.
Invasion punching to the body and holding on for dear life.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Larry LeFell showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
LeFell darts in looking for a takedown but Invasion gets double underhooks and turns LeFell into the cage.
Alien Invasion has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Invasion shoots in looking for a takedown but LeFell manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Invasion's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
LeFell fails with the takedown.
Invasion drops down looking for a counter takedown but LeFell sprawls and moves away.
Invasion looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Nice takedown defense from LeFell. No joy for Invasion on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alien Invasion. That's going to take a lot out of him.
LeFell drives through with a takedown into Invasion's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Invasion keeping moving, preventing LeFell from controlling successfully.
Invasion has his foot on LeFell's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. LeFell works his way back into a safe position though.
LeFell tries to free his leg and advance position but Invasion is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeFell is stalling in the full guard.
LeFell trying to control the position from guard on top but Invasion is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Invasion is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. LeFell is aware though and is defending well.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Invasion is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
LeFell stopping the sweep attempt from Invasion.
Invasion being controlled here, momentarily.
LeFell pushes down on Invasion's leg and manages to get into half guard.
LeFell seems to be working for a kimura but Invasion defends the submission attempt.
LeFell wants to work for an arm triangle but Invasion is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Invasion is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
LeFell seems to be looking for submissions.
Invasion tries to roll over but LeFell keeps him under control.
Invasion is refusing to be controlled, as LeFell sits in half guard.
Invasion blocking the ground and pound attempt from LeFell.
Invasion tries to get to full guard but LeFell has control of the leg.
Invasion misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Invasion looking for submissions off his back.
Invasion is not content to let LeFell control the position.
LeFell throwing shots but Invasion is blocking nicely.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Invasion tries to roll over but LeFell keeps him under control.
LeFell trying to control the action but Invasion is working from the bottom.
LeFell winds up and cracks Invasion with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
LeFell slows the pace down in half guard.
LeFell thows a huge punch but Invasion dodges it nicely.
Invasion looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Larry LeFell is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Invasion tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Invasion tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
LeFell slows the pace down in half guard.
LeFell is continuing to stall.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
LeFell feints and as Invasion raises his hands in defense, LeFell changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
LeFell pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Invasion is keeping the position for now.
Invasion tries to strike from the bottom.
Invasion is striking but LeFell is not phased and passes to half guard.
LeFell not doing much here.
Invasion looking for submissions off his back.
Invasion lands with a few short shots to the body.
Invasion looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
LeFell with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Larry LeFell comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got LeFell 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 Santiago Holmes scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 27:30
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Larry LeFell!
An out of breath Larry LeFell thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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