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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Big Money (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Dave Kunhart (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Money comes to the cage accompanied by Akon - I Wanna Love You ft. Snoop Dogg . Big Money has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.
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144 lbs
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154 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
Counter striker
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BJJ White Belt
Basic striking
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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 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Big Money!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Dave Kunhart!
The judges for this bout are Aafke Stam, Daniel Blasius and Wagner Zegers.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kunhart shoots in and bounces Money off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Money looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kunhart stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Money swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Money has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kunhart can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Money is breathing heavily.
Kunhart trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kunhart should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Kunhart is standing up over Money. Money looks to escape but Kunhart dives into side control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Money is trying to improve his position.
Kunhart trying to control the position but Money is working away.
Kunhart tries for a kimura but Money is defending well.
Money really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Kunhart tries to stand but Money is controlling his head.
Kunhart is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Money has escaped the position, nice work there.
Money is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Kunhart fails in his attempt to clinch.
Money misses with a straight right.
Kunhart throws a head kick but Money moves out of range.
Kunhart misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kunhart shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Money napping and manages to drive through into side control!
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Kunhart decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Kunhart lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Kunhart tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Money swivels and escapes.
Kunhart shoots in but Money avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kunhart tries to score a power double leg takedown but Money sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kunhart somewhat.
Big Money has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Kunhart.
Kunhart shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Money pinned against the cage. Money gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kunhart is trying hard to land a takedown here. Money sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Money displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kunhart.
Money tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kunhart swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kunhart dives in and grabs Money's left leg, looking for a takedown. Money pushes down on Kunhart's head and hops out.
That's four 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.
Kunhart throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kunhart.
Money throws a right and a left that Kunhart avoids nicely.
Kunhart fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kunhart fails with a takedown attempt.
Money darts in and clinches Kunhart up against the cage.
Kunhart wants the takedown. Money is fighting it off but Kunhart persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Money's guard against the cage.
Money will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Kunhart is looking to advance position but Money has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
Kunhart is looking to improve his position but Money isn't that keen on the idea.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dave Kunhart dominated that round.
That's time! Money's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Money ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Money tries to clinch there but Kunhart circles away.
Kunhart fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Money, pushing him back against the cage.
Kunhart wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Money looking to stall.
A short right from Kunhart.
Kunhart works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kunhart fails to pull guard.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kunhart is working for takedown but Money is calmly controlling the position for now.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Money is pressed up against the cage. Kunhart has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Money down to the mat. Money avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Big Money has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Kunhart.
Kunhart closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Money is looking to regain half guard here but Kunhart keeps moving and retains side control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Money is working hard here to advance position.
Money is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Kunhart is controlling him well.
Kunhart trying to control the position but Money is working away.
Money wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Money is trying to get back to half guard.
Kunhart really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Money. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kunhart has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Kunhart rushes Money and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kunhart fails to pull guard.
Kunhart jumps guard but Money stands there with Kunhart around his waist. Kunhart gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Kunhart looking for a takedown.
Kunhart is trying to break the clinch but Money is controlling him.
Kunhart tries to pull guard but Money holds him up against the cage and eventually Kunhart drops back down to his feet.
Money wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Money wants to break free but Kunhart has control.
Kunhart pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Big Money is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kunhart bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Kunhart wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Money, who protects the arm well.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Kunhart has eaten all the pies!
Money is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Money tries to bench press Kunhart off him but Kunhart keeps the position.
Kunhart prevents Money from escaping the position.
An elbow from Kunhart crashes against the mat.
Money is pushing Kunhart's head away, looking to escape. Kunhart manages to hold on to the position though.
Kunhart working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Kunhart looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kunhart misses with a double jab
and Money counters with a body kick that stops Kunhart in his tracks momentarily.
Kunhart throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
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.
Money defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kunhart.
Kunhart gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Money counters with a one-two to the body.
A head kick misses from Kunhart.
Kunhart gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Money counters with a left and a right that stings Kunhart.
Kunhart fails with a takedown attempt.
Kunhart gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Money counters by clinching up.
Kunhart tries to pull guard but Money holds him up against the cage and eventually Kunhart drops back down to his feet.
Money is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Kunhart is keeping busy.
Money has Kunhart pressed against the cage, preventing Kunhart from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dave Kunhart showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
Kunhart throws a lazy head kick
enabling Money to counter with a crisp jab.
Kunhart changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Money tries to avoid it but Kunhart manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Money to the ground. Money escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Money tries to clinch but Kunhart is having none of it.
Kunhart moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Nice sprawl there from Money as Kunhart shoots in.
Money moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Kunhart wants to clinch but Money slips to the side
and Money counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Money.
Kunhart tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Money smiles and moves away.
Big Money has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Kunhart.
Kunhart misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Money tries to close the distance and clinch but Kunhart swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Money gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Kunhart has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Money is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Money is pressed up against the cage. Kunhart has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Money down to the mat. Money avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Money instigates a clinch.
Kunhart jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Money walks away with a smile on his face. Kunhart gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Kunhart throws a head kick that misses.
Money scores with a kick to the midsection.
Money displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kunhart.
Kunhart darts in trying to clinch
and Money counters with a nice body shot.
Money tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Money moves in looking to clinch but Kunhart pushes him off.
Money stuffs the takedown.
Money misses with a kick to the body.
Kunhart misses with a takedown
and Money counters with a nice body shot.
Money connects with a solid leg kick.
Kunhart swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Money counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Money.
Kunhart stalling.
Money throws an elbow but it misses.
Kunhart tries to pull guard but Money won't allow it.
Kunhart utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Money tries to land a knee to the head but Kunhart blocks with his arms.
Money trying to control the position but instead, Kunhart has worked for underhooks and has pushed Money into the cage.
Kunhart drops down looking for an ankle pick but Money pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Money paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Money keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kunhart falls off balance throwing a combination
and Money counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
A hook to the body from Money.
Kunhart tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Money smiles and moves away.
Kunhart swats away the attempt to clinch by Money.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Money rushes Kunhart and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kunhart has had enough of the clinch but Money keeps him there for the moment.
Kunhart changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Money fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Kunhart tries for a takedown but Money circles away easily
and Money counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Money.
Kunhart has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Money clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Big Money has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Money is trying to stand back up.
Money breaks Kunhart's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Dave Kunhart is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kunhart looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that's the end of the fight!
Big Money showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kunhart 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 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dave Kunhart!
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