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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Sean MacGuire (ranked 882 p4p, 393 weight class) and Ardbeg Islay (ranked 110 p4p, 51 weight class). Both fighter's entrance songs getting the crowd jumping here.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 11 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Sean MacGuire!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 12 - 3 - 0, fighting out of London, Ardbeg Islay!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Don Winkell.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
MacGuire throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Islay stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
MacGuire walks into a jab.
MacGuire forces Islay back against the cage and clinches.
MacGuire lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Islay manages to break the clinch.
MacGuire seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
MacGuire moves into the clinch.
Islay blocks an uppercut.
MacGuire working aggressively here.
MacGuire tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Islay's elbow.
Islay's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
MacGuire blocks a jab.
MacGuire tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Islay connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
MacGuire closes the distance but Islay moves to the side
enabling Islay to counter with a crisp jab.
Islay lands with a good body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacGuire on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Islay misses with a two punch combination.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Islay gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A short right from MacGuire on the inside.
MacGuire keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Islay's efforts to push away.
MacGuire has a couple of punches blocked by Islay.
Islay breaks the clinch.
MacGuire fails in his attempt to clinch.
MacGuire throws a hook to the side of Islay's head but Islay sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
MacGuire misses the shot to the body.
MacGuire fails in his attempt to clinch.
MacGuire fails with an attempt to clinch.
MacGuire looks to land a left hand but Islay moved out of range nicely.
Islay throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
MacGuire tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
MacGuire wants to clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
MacGuire moves into range and clinches up with Islay.
Islay goes for a takedown attempt but MacGuire pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
MacGuire gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Islay.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Islay is defended easily by MacGuire.
MacGuire connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacGuire fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A big left from Islay misses.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A looping hook to the body misses from Islay. MacGuire does a little dance to reset his feet.
Islay closes the distance and clinches.
Islay escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
MacGuire takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Sean MacGuire is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
MacGuire rushes Islay and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
MacGuire tries a body shot but Islay blocks it.
Islay breaks from the clinch.
MacGuire tries to clinch up but Islay circles away and keeps his distance.
MacGuire moves into range and clinches up with Islay.
MacGuire lands a body shot.
MacGuire tries a body shot but Islay blocks it.
MacGuire is pressed up against the cage. Islay has hold of a leg and is looking to drag MacGuire down to the mat. MacGuire avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Sean MacGuire has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ardbeg Islay.
MacGuire scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Islay doesn't seem bothered though.
MacGuire tries to clinch up
and Islay counters with a nice uppercut.
MacGuire fails in his attempt to clinch.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
MacGuire uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Islay.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Islay.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacGuire is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Islay catches MacGuire with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
MacGuire tries to clinch up.
MacGuire tries to clinch but Islay moves away
and Islay connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Islay moves into range and connects with a jab.
MacGuire has managed to clinch.
MacGuire works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
MacGuire throws a punch but it's blocked by Islay.
Islay manages to break the clinch.
MacGuire tries to clinch up.
Islay swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
MacGuire tries to close the distance and clinch up but Islay swats him away and circles back towards the center.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ardbeg Islay will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.
MacGuire uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Islay.
MacGuire loads up on a big right hand but Islay slips the punch.
Islay scores with a shot to the body.
MacGuire fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Islay manages to avoid it.
Ardbeg Islay seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
MacGuire misses with a hook to the ribs.
Islay is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Islay tries to circle away but MacGuire has him pinned against the cage.
Islay has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by MacGuire after a bit of a struggle.
MacGuire throws a punch but it's blocked by Islay.
MacGuire prevents Islay from breaking the clinch.
Islay breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacGuire waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Islay.
Islay swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Islay misses with a wild body shot.
MacGuire clinches up with Islay and pushes him back against the cage.
MacGuire lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Islay tries for a takedown but MacGuire manages to get underhooks.
Sean MacGuire has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ardbeg Islay.
MacGuire misses with the head strike.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Islay manages to break the clinch.
MacGuire blocks a jab.
MacGuire is looking to counter the offense by Islay and move into the clinch.
Islay misses with a looping right.
MacGuire throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Islay moves away from the strike by MacGuire.
Islay thuds his right hand into MacGuire's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
MacGuire misses with a wild body shot.
Islay cracks MacGuire with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
MacGuire cracks Islay with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
MacGuire swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
MacGuire tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Islay manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
MacGuire takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
MacGuire tries to close the distance and clinch but Islay swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
MacGuire takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Islay takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Islay uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from MacGuire.
Islay drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
MacGuire has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Islay off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Islay lands a body shot.
MacGuire ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Islay misses the shot to the body.
MacGuire tries to clinch but Islay moves out of range.
MacGuire instigates a clinch.
Islay can't get the takedown.
MacGuire can't find room to land a body shot as Islay controls the action.
Islay working hard to break the clinch.
Islay looking for a takedown.
MacGuire pushes Islay back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Islay is breathing heavily.
MacGuire scores with a nice hook to the head.
MacGuire tries to work over Islay's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Islay breaks from the clinch.
MacGuire stuffs the takedown.
MacGuire throws a body shot but no joy.
Islay looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
MacGuire has a couple of punches blocked by Islay.
MacGuire tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
MacGuire gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Islay is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
MacGuire throwing strikes but missing.
Islay bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in MacGuire's guard.
Islay trying to control but MacGuire is working from the bottom.
MacGuire looking to hit a scissor sweep but Islay is one step ahead there.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
MacGuire working a defensive guard here.
Islay wants to control from the top but MacGuire keeps moving.
Islay distracts MacGuire with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
MacGuire working a defensive guard here.
Islay trying to control the position from guard on top but MacGuire is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MacGuire controls Islay momentarily but Islay frees himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sean MacGuire dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Islay swats away the attempt to clinch by MacGuire.
Islay with a lazy takedown attempt
and MacGuire holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
MacGuire stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Islay manages to break the clinch.
Islay uses good head movement to avoid the hook from MacGuire.
MacGuire takes the fight into the clinch.
MacGuire throws a head punch that misses.
A right hook to the body lands for MacGuire.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for MacGuire.
MacGuire wants a takedown but no success here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from MacGuire fails to land.
Islay is trying to push MacGuire away but MacGuire has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Islay has dropped down and is working for a takedown. MacGuire is trying to keep an underhook but Islay manages to get the takedown into half guard.
MacGuire punching from the bottom.
MacGuire makes his way to full guard. A much better position for MacGuire.
MacGuire doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
MacGuire wants to sweep but no luck.
MacGuire is striking from the bottom but Islay uses the opportunity to pass into half guard.
Islay throwing shots but MacGuire is blocking nicely.
MacGuire trying to control but Islay postures up.
Islay wants to pass the guard but MacGuire is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MacGuire is not content to let Islay control the position.
MacGuire is looking for a sweep. Islay is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Islay working his ground and pound in the gym.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
MacGuire gets full guard.
MacGuire looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Islay stops MacGuire from standing up.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
MacGuire is looking to sweep but instead, Islay has passed into half guard.
MacGuire is looking to improve his position.
Ardbeg Islay has got the better of the ground game so far.
MacGuire is refusing to be controlled, as Islay sits in half guard.
MacGuire punching from the bottom.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Islay shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says MacGuire as he avoids it easily.
Sean MacGuire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sloppy strikes from Islay. Those never looked like landing.
Decent striking displayed by Islay there.
Islay misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Sean MacGuire has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ardbeg Islay.
Islay rushes MacGuire and presses him up against the cage.
MacGuire misses with a short punch on the inside.
MacGuire lands a body shot in the clinch.
MacGuire misses with a short punch on the inside.
MacGuire swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Islay blocks a punch to the side of the head.
MacGuire misses with a short punch on the inside.
Islay wants to take the fight to the mat but MacGuire manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
MacGuire throws a punch but it's blocked by Islay.
Islay is trying to work for a single leg takedown but MacGuire pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Islay takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
MacGuire tries to throw a body punch but Islay avoids it by throwing MacGuire back against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from MacGuire.
MacGuire lands with a left to the head.
MacGuire lands a body punch in the clinch.
Islay can't get the takedown.
Islay blocking some punches.
MacGuire wants to take the fight to the mat but Islay manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Islay wants a takedown.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacGuire lands with a left to the head.
Islay blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Islay's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Islay has MacGuire pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. MacGuire manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Islay has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Still in the clinch, MacGuire scores with a nice short uppercut.
Sean MacGuire has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Nice body punch from MacGuire - that landed with a thud.
MacGuire tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Islay's elbow.
MacGuire struggles to land a body shot inside as Islay controls his hands.
MacGuire goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
MacGuire lands with a short head shot on the inside.
MacGuire digs a right hand underneath Islay's ribcage. Islay let out a lung full of air as it connected.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sean MacGuire clearly takes that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
MacGuire digs a good hook to Islay's body.
MacGuire closes the distance and clinches.
Islay is trying to trip MacGuire. He has hold of a leg but MacGuire is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Islay persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
MacGuire looking to hit a scissor sweep but Islay is one step ahead there.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now MacGuire is on top in guard.
MacGuire trying to control but Islay is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacGuire throws a big right hand that misses.
Islay pushes MacGuire off and scrambles back to his feet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
MacGuire tries to clinch but Islay is having none of it.
Islay scores with a nice strike.
Islay shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. MacGuire manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
MacGuire pulls Islay in to control the position.
MacGuire lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
MacGuire pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Islay is keeping the position for now.
MacGuire has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
MacGuire throwing strikes from guard but Islay blocks nicely.
Islay trying to control the position here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
MacGuire postures up in Islay's guard and throws a big left but Islay blocks it.
MacGuire throws a big elbow that misses.
Islay trying to keep a closed guard but MacGuire is proving a slippery customer.
MacGuire postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
MacGuire working some strikes from top position.
MacGuire pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Islay is keeping the position for now.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
MacGuire in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Islay is on top in guard.
Islay stopping the sweep attempt from MacGuire.
MacGuire is trying to hold Islay in close to prevent damage but Islay has managed to pass into half guard.
Islay is thwarting MacGuire's attempts to control the position.
Islay perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
MacGuire keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
MacGuire is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
MacGuire is staying active underneath Islay, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
MacGuire is looking to improve his position.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Islay takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Islay trying to control from half guard but MacGuire is working away.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Islay scores with a nice strike.
Islay throws a predictable looking body shot
and MacGuire counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by MacGuire.
MacGuire lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Ardbeg Islay will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
MacGuire changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Islay jabbing away but nothing is landing.
MacGuire is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
MacGuire tries to clinch but Islay moves out of range.
Islay takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Islay throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Islay just misses with a punch to the body.
MacGuire swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Islay moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Islay misses with an uppercut.
Islay throws a shot from downtown. MacGuire moves away and avoids it.
MacGuire seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
MacGuire closes the distance but Islay moves to the side
and Islay counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Islay throws a lazy right hand but MacGuire sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
MacGuire misses with a hook
and Islay counters with a nice uppercut.
Islay throws a body shot but no joy.
Islay jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Islay throws a big shot that misses.
Islay connects with a body shot that sends MacGuire's belly button to the back.
Islay punishes MacGuire's body with a nice straight punch.
MacGuire defending well as Islay loads up on a big left hand.
A big right from Islay misses.
MacGuire tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Islay manages to circle out of the way.
MacGuire clinches up against the cage.
MacGuire works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Islay is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Islay is trying to push MacGuire away but MacGuire has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Islay blocks a punch to the side of the head.
MacGuire throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Islays head.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
MacGuire throws a head punch that misses.
MacGuire lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Islay escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
MacGuire rushes Islay and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
MacGuire tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
MacGuire lands a body shot in the clinch.
Islay escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
MacGuire has managed to clinch.
A short right from MacGuire on the inside.
MacGuire stops a takedown attempt from Islay.
A nice right hand lands inside from MacGuire.
Islay blocks a body shot from MacGuire.
MacGuire misses with a punch to the body.
Islay wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Islay tries for a takedown. No joy.
MacGuire throws a punch but it's blocked by Islay.
MacGuire keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Islay's efforts to push away.
Islay blocks a punch to the side of the head.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
MacGuire has Islay pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Islay manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Islay turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Islay manages to end up in side control.
MacGuire tries to bench press Islay off him but Islay keeps the position.
MacGuire gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
MacGuire is in all sorts of trouble here.
MacGuire is working hard here to advance position.
MacGuire tries to lock up and control but Islay gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Islay scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish MacGuire?
MacGuire is in all sorts of trouble here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Islay with good strikes from the mount here!
Islay has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of MacGuire's face.
Islay dominating with strikes here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacGuire is working to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Islay dominating with strikes here.
MacGuire can't escape the position.
Islay working MacGuire over with strikes here.
Islay lands a heavy elbow.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ardbeg Islay comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Islay has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 47:48
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 48:47
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Sean MacGuire!
During a confident post fight interview, Sean MacGuire thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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