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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Carson McMurder (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and LaShawn Reddman (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Reddman has chosen Headstrong as his entrance music. This should be fireworks!
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179 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
Counter striker
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Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Carson McMurder!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, LaShawn Reddman!
The judges for this bout are , and .
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McMurder misses with a jab, cross combination.
Nice defenses there by McMurder.
Reddman misses with a jab, cross combination.
Reddman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McMurder sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McMurder throws a right and a left that both miss.
Reddman falls off balance throwing a combination
and McMurder counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Reddman thinking.
McMurder jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Reddman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McMurder blocks a jab.
Reddman gets caught flat footed, as McMurder shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McMurder thows a big elbow that misses.
McMurder sitting in guard here, content to control.
McMurder trying to control but Reddman is working from the bottom.
McMurder is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Reddman is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Reddman tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McMurder drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and McMurder jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Reddman looking to hit a scissor sweep but McMurder is one step ahead there.
Reddman keeping moving, preventing McMurder from controlling successfully.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
A cross from Reddman lands.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Reddman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The fighters circling - Reddman throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McMurder throws a body punch but Reddman moves out of range.
Some wild striking there from Reddman.
LaShawn Reddman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McMurder misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Reddman.
McMurder scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
McMurder 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.
Reddman is being controlled here.
Reddman is not content to let McMurder control the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Reddman, as that shot connected.
McMurder fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Good exchange - Reddman coming out on top.
Reddman shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
McMurder misses with a wild body shot.
Reddman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McMurder sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McMurder bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Reddman darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Reddman throws a hook but McMurder blocks it.
Reddman throws a shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Carson McMurder dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Good shot there by Reddman.
A punch combination from Reddman misses.
LaShawn Reddman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Reddman defends well against a solid takedown attempt from McMurder.
McMurder throws the kick towards the body but Reddman avoids it.
Reddman takes a swing at McMurder's ribcage but misses.
McMurder looks for a takedown but Reddman sprawls well.
Reddman moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
The fighters circling - Reddman throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McMurder throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McMurder looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
McMurder trying to control but Reddman is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McMurder passes easily into side control. Nice work.
That's one minute gone in the round.
McMurder trying to control the position but Reddman is working away.
McMurder throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Reddman is not content to let McMurder control the position.
McMurder is trying to get an arm triangle but Reddman is defending well.
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.
McMurder throws an elbow but Reddman slips to the side and avoids it well.
Reddman wants to control but McMurder postures up.
McMurder tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
McMurder wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Reddman, who protects the arm well.
McMurder working the ground and pound but Reddman is defending the strikes.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
A slow jab from Reddman misses its intended target.
McMurder shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Reddman defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Carson McMurder. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Reddman bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps McMurder's head backwards.
Reddman pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Some wild striking there from Reddman.
McMurder throws out a leg kick but Reddman moves out of range and McMurder only half commits.
McMurder misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Reddman misses with a looping left.
McMurder misses with a straight right.
McMurder is looking to wear down Reddman with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Reddman doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McMurder misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Reddman.
Reddman stalks McMurder and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into McMurder's face. McMurder staggers backwards, shaken.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
McMurder looks to land a left hand but Reddman moved out of range nicely.
Reddman throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McMurder.
Reddman is breathing heavily.
Reddman throws a looping overhand right but McMurder ducks down to avoid it.
Reddman throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Reddman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for McMurder.
A combination from Reddman does no damage.
Reddman fails to land with a series of punches.
A telegraphed right hand from Reddman misses the target.
McMurder lands a nice hook to Reddman's body. Reddman takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Reddman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McMurder listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
LaShawn Reddman is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Reddman ducks under a wild hook from McMurder.
McMurder is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Reddman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Good work by Reddman as he checks the leg kick.
McMurder tries to bum rush Reddman with a series of wild strikes but Reddman uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Carson McMurder will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
McMurder looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
McMurder misses with an uppercut.
McMurder looks to land a left hand but Reddman moved out of range nicely.
McMurder shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Reddman's guard.
McMurder trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McMurder throws a big right hand that misses.
McMurder is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Reddman is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Reddman has escaped and now he's on top!
McMurder looking to control.
Reddman takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
That's one minute gone in the round.
McMurder looking to hit a scissor sweep but Reddman is one step ahead there.
McMurder is working hard here to advance position.
Reddman wants to control from the top but McMurder keeps moving.
Reddman must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Reddman looking to pass the guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Reddman trying to control but McMurder is working from the bottom.
McMurder pushes Reddman off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Some wild striking there from Reddman.
McMurder misses with a body shot.
Reddman takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
McMurder shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Reddman's guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Reddman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
McMurder pushing down on Reddman's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
McMurder not landing any meaningful shots this time.
McMurder is keen to just control but Reddman is a slippery customer.
McMurder looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
McMurder thows a huge punch but Reddman dodges it nicely.
McMurder throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
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.
McMurder is looking to take a break and control but Reddman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
McMurder not landing any meaningful shots this time.
LaShawn Reddman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Carson McMurder is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
McMurder not doing much here.
Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Reddman throws a hook but McMurder blocks it.
Reddman looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Reddman throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
enabling McMurder to counter with a crisp jab.
A shot to de liver by McMurder. Beautiful body shot.
McMurder scores with a jab.
McMurder slips a straight right by Reddman.
And that's the end of the fight!
Carson McMurder showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for McMurder, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Andi Peters scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gordon Ramsey scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Skinner scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Carson McMurder!
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RATING
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