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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Magomed Magomedsharipov (ranked 5141 p4p, 24266 weight class) and Abdul Jcool (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Jcool has chosen Eye of the tiger as his entrance music. Magomedsharipov has a slight injury, which hopefully won't affect the fight too much. Abdul Jcool will no doubt be looking to use his reach advantage to good effect.
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7 - 13 - 0 |
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14 - 41 - 1 |
Decent wrestler
Brawler
Good chin |
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BJJ Blue Belt
Counter fighter
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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 7 - 13 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Magomed Magomedsharipov!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 14 - 41 - 1, fighting out of Tokyo, Abdul Jcool!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Magomedsharipov closes the distance and clinches up with Jcool, looking for a takedown. Magomedsharipov pushes Jcool against the cage but Jcool circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Magomedsharipov is breathing heavily.
A head kick misses from Jcool.
Jcool shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Magomedsharipov defends it nicely.
Jcool digs a good hook to Magomedsharipov's body.
Jcool shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Magomedsharipov as he avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jcool.
Magomedsharipov tries to counter with a takedown but Jcool is quick to defend against it.
Jcool closes the distance and clinches up with Magomedsharipov, looking for a takedown. Jcool pushes Magomedsharipov against the cage but Magomedsharipov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
We've been hearing reports that Magomedsharipov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Magomed Magomedsharipov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Abdul Jcool.
Jcool looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jcool shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Jcool wants to lay and pray for a moment but Magomedsharipov keeps working.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Jcool working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Jcool is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Magomedsharipov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Jcool.
Jcool wants to work for an arm triangle but Magomedsharipov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jcool is trying to control. Magomedsharipov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Jcool not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Jcool is looking for a kimura but Magomedsharipov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Jcool to get the leverage.
Jcool controlling the action here.
Jcool trying to control the action but Magomedsharipov is working from the bottom.
Magomedsharipov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jcool looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Magomedsharipov is looking for a sweep. Jcool is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jcool looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Jcool tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Magomedsharipov.
Jcool trying to mount his opponent but Magomedsharipov defends it.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Magomedsharipov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jcool.
Jcool is looking to clinch but Magomedsharipov is avoiding it.
Jcool fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Magomedsharipov avoids it really well and circles away.
Magomedsharipov attempts a counter takedown but Jcool avoids it well and moves away.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jcool shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Magomedsharipov eats them both and turns towards Jcool to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Nice takedown defense from Magomedsharipov. No joy for Jcool on that attempt.
Jcool misses with a two punch combination.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jcool tries to score a power double leg takedown but Magomedsharipov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Jcool somewhat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Abdul Jcool dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Jcool has a takedown stuffed.
Magomedsharipov attempts a counter takedown but Jcool avoids it well and moves away.
Nice sprawl there from Magomedsharipov as Jcool shoots in.
Jcool leaves Magomedsharipov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Jcool scores with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good standup being displayed there by Jcool as he connects with a hook.
Jcool throws a sloppy head kick and Magomedsharipov moves out of range easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Magomedsharipov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Jcool.
Magomed Magomedsharipov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Abdul Jcool.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jcool shoots in looking for a takedown but Magomedsharipov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Jcool's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Magomedsharipov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Horrible takedown attempt by Jcool or perhaps it was just good defense by Magomedsharipov, which made it look bad.
Jcool shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Magomedsharipov as he avoids it easily.
Magomedsharipov moves out of range of the body kick.
No luck for Jcool with that takedown attempt.
Magomedsharipov tries to counter with a takedown but Jcool is quick to defend against it.
Magomedsharipov looks for a takedown but Jcool sprawls well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jcool moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Jcool fails to land the takedown.
Jcool closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Jcool thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Magomedsharipov's head.
Magomedsharipov is controlling Jcool's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Magomedsharipov tries to roll over but Jcool keeps him under control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jcool wants to take a breather but Magomedsharipov is having none of it.
Magomedsharipov trying to control here.
Jcool is trying to work for a kimura but Magomedsharipov is defending well.
Magomedsharipov looking for submissions off his back.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Jcool prevents Magomedsharipov from standing back up.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
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.
Jcool tries to score a power double leg takedown but Magomedsharipov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Jcool somewhat.
Magomedsharipov leaves Jcool with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Magomed Magomedsharipov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jcool closes the distance and clinches up with Magomedsharipov, looking for a takedown. Jcool pushes Magomedsharipov against the cage but Magomedsharipov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jcool keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Abdul Jcool seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Magomedsharipov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Magomedsharipov wants it to stay on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Abdul Jcool showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
Magomedsharipov blocks a head kick by Jcool.
Magomedsharipov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Jcool defends it nicely.
Magomedsharipov stuffs the takedown.
Jcool shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Magomedsharipov but Magomedsharipov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedsharipov stuffs the takedown.
Magomedsharipov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Jcool sprawls and moves away.
Magomed Magomedsharipov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Abdul Jcool.
Jcool changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Magomedsharipov tries to avoid it but Jcool manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Magomedsharipov to the ground. Magomedsharipov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Magomedsharipov manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Jcool on his heels. He'll look to pass Jcool's guard now, I'm sure.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Magomedsharipov passes Jcool's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Magomedsharipov is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Jcool reverses the position - he's now on top in Magomedsharipov's guard.
Jcool trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Magomedsharipov manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!
Magomedsharipov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Jcool looking to hit a scissor sweep but Magomedsharipov is one step ahead there.
Magomedsharipov is pushing down on Jcool's leg trying to pass to half guard. Jcool is fighting to maintain full guard but Magomedsharipov has managed to sneak the leg through.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Magomedsharipov is trying to control the action in half guard but Jcool is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Magomedsharipov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Magomedsharipov is just content to waste time from the top position. Jcool takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Abdul Jcool has got the better of the ground game so far.
Jcool utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Magomedsharipov throws a strike but Jcool rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Magomedsharipov working for a triangle but Jcool defends it easily.
Jcool throws a big elbow that misses.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jcool drops back looking for a leg! Magomedsharipov is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Magomedsharipov manages to kick Jcool off! Jcool jumps back into Magomedsharipov's guard.
Jcool stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magomedsharipov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jcool pushes down on Magomedsharipov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Jcool is pressing down on Magomedsharipov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Magomedsharipov is holding on for now.
Jcool seems to be looking for submissions.
Magomedsharipov tries to roll over but Jcool keeps him under control.
Magomedsharipov tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Jcool has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jcool with good strikes from the mount here!
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Abdul Jcool.
Well Jcool has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Abdul Jcool!
After the fight, Abdul Jcool was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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energy
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hype
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pop
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mgr
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