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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Nate Weston (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Erik Stenkilsson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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145 lbs
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171 cm
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147 lbs
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BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
Prefers standup |
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Good wrestler
Basic striking
Good gas tank |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Nate Weston!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Erik Stenkilsson!
The judges for this bout are , and Frank Antenori.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Stenkilsson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Weston.
Stenkilsson bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Weston avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Stenkilsson.
Weston defending against the ground and pound.
The strikes coming from Stenkilsson are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Weston is not content to let Stenkilsson control the position.
The strikes coming from Stenkilsson are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenkilsson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Weston keeps working.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Stenkilsson creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Weston sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stenkilsson tries to score with some ground and pound. Weston controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Stenkilsson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Weston.
Stenkilsson is looking to clinch.
Weston keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Weston throws a right hand that Stenkilsson ducks under and follows up with a left that Stenkilsson also avoids with ease.
Stenkilsson tries to clinch there but Weston circles away.
Weston swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Stenkilsson.
Stenkilsson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Weston manages to avoid it.
Stenkilsson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Erik Stenkilsson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Weston slips under a jab from Stenkilsson.
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.
Stenkilsson throws out a loose jab but Weston uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stenkilsson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Weston as he avoids it easily.
Weston jabs away that one connects to the head of his opponent.
Stenkilsson shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Weston manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Stenkilsson looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Stenkilsson throwing strikes from guard but Weston blocks nicely.
Weston wants to stand and escape but Stenkilsson is having none of it.
Stenkilsson throwing strikes but missing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Stenkilsson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Weston knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Stenkilsson on the ground.
Stenkilsson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Stenkilsson is looking to work some ground and pound but Weston has wrist control.
Weston preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Stenkilsson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Weston defends it nicely.
Stenkilsson throws a left and a right that both miss
and Weston counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Stenkilsson has a takedown stuffed.
Nate Weston has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Erik Stenkilsson.
Stenkilsson shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Stenkilsson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Stenkilsson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Stenkilsson wants to pass the guard but Weston is defending well.
Stenkilsson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stenkilsson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Weston defending well though.
Weston avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Stenkilsson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Erik Stenkilsson dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Nice takedown defense from Weston. No joy for Stenkilsson on that attempt.
Nice defenses there by Weston.
Stenkilsson misses with a combination
and Weston counters with a nice uppercut.
Stenkilsson blocks a leg kick.
Stenkilsson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Stenkilsson closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Stenkilsson lands in his opponent's guard.
Stenkilsson is looking to work some ground and pound but Weston has wrist control.
Stenkilsson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Weston on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Weston tries to get out of the position.
Stenkilsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Weston is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Weston utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Weston wants to get back to his feet but Stenkilsson is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Stenkilsson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Weston keeping moving, preventing Stenkilsson from controlling successfully.
Weston keeping full guard, as Stenkilsson tries to pass.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Stenkilsson shoots for a takedown but Weston saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Weston fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stenkilsson manages to avoid it.
Weston throws a nice inside leg kick.
Stenkilsson misses with an uppercut.
Stenkilsson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Stenkilsson tries to work over Weston's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Stenkilsson pushes Weston back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Stenkilsson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Stenkilsson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Weston avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Nate Weston has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Erik Stenkilsson.
Stenkilsson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Stenkilsson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Weston fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Stenkilsson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Weston.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Stenkilsson throws a looping overhand right but Weston ducks down to avoid it.
Stenkilsson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Weston.
Stenkilsson missing with a left hand there. Weston was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The fight stays on the outside here - Stenkilsson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Weston!
Weston closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Weston bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Stenkilsson loads up on a big right hand but Weston slips the punch.
Stenkilsson closes the distance and clinches.
Stenkilsson gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Stenkilsson working some strikes from top position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Stenkilsson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Stenkilsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Weston is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Weston wants to stand and escape but Stenkilsson is having none of it.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Stenkilsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Weston is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Weston wants to get back to his feet but Stenkilsson is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Stenkilsson wants to control from the top but Weston keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Erik Stenkilsson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
Weston tries to keep at a distance but Stenkilsson has taken the fight into the clinch.
Stenkilsson lands a left hand.
Stenkilsson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Weston.
Weston tries to break free but Stenkilsson pushes him back against the cage.
Stenkilsson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Weston tries to circle away but Stenkilsson has him pinned against the cage.
Weston has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Stenkilsson looking for a takedown.
A frustrated look appears on Weston's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Stenkilsson gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Stenkilsson thows a huge punch but Weston dodges it nicely.
Weston tries to kick Stenkilsson off in order to stand up. Stenkilsson Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control.
Stenkilsson is looking to take a break and control but Weston is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Stenkilsson sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Weston is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Stenkilsson cracks Weston with a big elbow.
Weston taking punishment in the form of punches.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Weston is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Stenkilsson is controlling him well.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Weston parries the strikes from Stenkilsson easily there. Stenkilsson is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Weston to escape.
Weston wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Stenkilsson cracks Weston with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Stenkilsson misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
The ground and pound from Stenkilsson seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Stenkilsson misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Stenkilsson is looking to take a break and control but Weston is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Stenkilsson throws a strike aimed at the side of Weston's head but Weston avoids it well.
Stenkilsson postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Stenkilsson in side control lands a decent elbow.
Weston is rocked!
Stenkilsson connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Weston some visible discomfort.
Erik Stenkilsson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Oh Weston is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here as Stenkilsson stalls from top position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Erik Stenkilsson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Stenkilsson 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 Suge Night scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Erik Stenkilsson!
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energy
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hype
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RATING
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