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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Wesley Van Overeem (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and John Ryoko (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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265 lbs
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265 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
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BJJ Purple Belt
Counter striker
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Wesley Van Overeem!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, John Ryoko!
The judges for this bout are Patrick Alders, Paul Aken and Saam Ante.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Van Overeem misses with a few strikes there.
Van Overeem tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ryoko swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Van Overeem swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Ryoko circles away from the clinch attempt.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Ryoko.
Wesley Van Overeem seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Van Overeem tries to bum rush Ryoko with a series of wild strikes but Ryoko uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Van Overeem lands a jab-cross combination.
It looks like John Ryoko has been cut.
Van Overeem throws a right and a left that Ryoko avoids nicely.
Van Overeem gets a takedown into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ryoko blocking the ground and pound attempt from Van Overeem.
Ryoko won't allow Van Overeem to pass to mount.
Ryoko pushes Van Overeem off looking to stand but Van Overeem dives back in and keeps control.
Ryoko wants to control but Van Overeem is keeping busy.
Van Overeem trying to control from half guard but Ryoko is working away.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ryoko looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ryoko looks gassed!
Van Overeem is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ryoko doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Van Overeem.
Ryoko looking for submissions off his back.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Van Overeem has his takedown stuffed
and Ryoko decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Van Overeem's guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Van Overeem wants to stand up but Ryoko is controlling him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ryoko landing with the ground and pound.
Ryoko stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Van Overeem swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ryoko drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Van Overeem manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Ryoko has Van Overeem in his guard.
Ryoko working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Van Overeem doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Van Overeem manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Van Overeem stays in close to Ryoko's body and controls the position.
Ryoko trying to control the position.
Ryoko is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Van Overeem trying to control but Ryoko is working from the bottom.
Van Overeem drops back looking for a leg! Ryoko is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ryoko manages to kick Van Overeem off! Van Overeem jumps back into Ryoko's guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Van Overeem got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ryoko has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Van Overeem has managed to get both his arms back between Ryoko's legs - danger averted.
Ryoko keeping moving, preventing Van Overeem from controlling successfully.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Van Overeem is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ryoko is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wesley Van Overeem dominated that round.
The cut man is working on John Ryoko's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Ryoko tries to clinch
and Van Overeem counters with a left and a right that stings Ryoko.
Van Overeem gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Van Overeem goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ryoko prevents it.
Ryoko tries for a takedown. No joy.
Van Overeem scores with a knee to the head.
Van Overeem prevents the takedown attempt.
Ryoko has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Van Overeem avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Wesley Van Overeem has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Ryoko.
Ryoko is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Van Overeem pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Van Overeem escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Van Overeem throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Ryoko shoots in for a takedown but Van Overeem shows good takedown defense.
Van Overeem throws a series of punches but Ryoko avoids them all with ease.
Van Overeem throws a right and a left that Ryoko avoids nicely.
Van Overeem fails to land with a series of punches.
Van Overeem throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ryoko sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Ryoko shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Van Overeem as he jumps to the side.
Wesley Van Overeem is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Van Overeem tries for a takedown but Ryoko circles away easily
and Ryoko counters with a nice double leg into side control. Van Overeem won't be happy with that.
Van Overeem is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Ryoko is controlling him well.
Ryoko 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.
Ryoko working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Van Overeem wants to get back to his feet.
Ryoko tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Ryoko has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A punch combination from Van Overeem misses.
Ryoko tries to clinch up.
Van Overeem gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
John Ryoko has got the better of the ground game so far.
Van Overeem wants to stand up but Ryoko is controlling him.
Ryoko drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Van Overeem dives on top into guard.
Van Overeem stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ryoko swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ryoko looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Van Overeem has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Ryoko is proving hard to escape from.
Van Overeem trying to control but Ryoko is working from the bottom.
Van Overeem trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
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.
Ryoko is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Van Overeem is aware though and is defending well.
Ryoko wriggles free and stands up.
Van Overeem misses with a double jab.
Van Overeem tries to close the distance and clinch but Ryoko swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Van Overeem displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Ryoko.
Ryoko avoids a punch combination nicely.
Van Overeem displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Ryoko.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Van Overeem shoots in for a double leg but Ryoko sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Ryoko showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on John Ryoko's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
Van Overeem closes the distance and clinches.
Van Overeem lands a nice knee to the body.
Ryoko is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Ryoko wants a takedown but no success here.
Van Overeem pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Van Overeem lands an overhand right.
Van Overeem swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Van Overeem misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ryoko changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Van Overeem tries to avoid it but Ryoko manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Van Overeem to the ground. Van Overeem escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Wesley Van Overeem has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Ryoko.
Ryoko scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Van Overeem pushes Ryoko off looking to stand but Ryoko dives back in and keeps control.
Van Overeem trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ryoko tries to pass the half guard into mount. Van Overeem knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ryoko is working for a submission of some sort.
Ryoko stops Van Overeem from getting back to his feet.
Van Overeem knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Ryoko on the ground.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
No luck for Ryoko with that takedown attempt.
Van Overeem closes the distance and clinches.
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.
Ryoko can't get the takedown.
Ryoko fails to pull guard.
Ryoko is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Ryoko is working for takedown but Van Overeem is calmly controlling the position for now.
Ryoko drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Van Overeem.
Ryoko wants a takedown but no success here.
Ryoko wants a takedown but no success here.
Van Overeem using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Van Overeem breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
No luck for Ryoko with that takedown attempt.
Ryoko leaves Van Overeem with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Some wild striking there from Van Overeem.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Van Overeem is defended easily by Ryoko.
Ryoko looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Some wild striking there from Van Overeem.
Ryoko closes the distance and clinches up with Van Overeem, looking for a takedown. Ryoko pushes Van Overeem against the cage but Van Overeem circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Van Overeem looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Van Overeem shoots and misses
and Ryoko counters with a takedown into full mount! That could mean trouble for Van Overeem!
Ryoko looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Ryoko fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ryoko in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Ryoko is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Van Overeem has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Van Overeem!
Ryoko controlling Van Overeem's posture.
Van Overeem has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Van Overeem is looking to advance position but Ryoko has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ryoko moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Van Overeem has worked his arm free - good work by Van Overeem!
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to John Ryoko.
I think Ryoko 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 29:29
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 29:29
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a draw!
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energy
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hype
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