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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Zane Viren (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tavon Biggs (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Viren comes to the cage accompanied by Beethoven Virus - BanYa. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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BJJ Purple Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Zane Viren!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Tavon Biggs!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, John Roberts and Anthony Taglia.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Biggs takes one to the chin there.
Biggs circles away from the clinch attempt.
Viren lands an overhand right.
Viren goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Biggs is rocked!
Viren moves into range and clinches up with Biggs.
Biggs is still on wobbly legs! Can Viren finish him?
Viren throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Biggs seems to have recovered his senses.
Biggs tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Biggs fails to pull the fight into his guard.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Viren presses Biggs against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Biggs looking for a takedown.
Zane Viren has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tavon Biggs.
Viren throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Viren digs a right hand into Biggs's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Biggs's gas tank.
Viren lands a body shot.
Good body shot from Viren.
Biggs looks gassed!
A hook to the body from Viren.
A right hook to the body lands for Viren.
Viren lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Viren lands a hook that snaps the head of Biggs backwards.
Viren stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Viren digs a right hand into Biggs's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Biggs's gas tank.
Viren lands a body punch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Viren.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Biggs as Viren tries to tie him up.
Viren lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Viren lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A hook to the body from Viren.
Viren scores with a hook to the body.
Viren lands a body shot in the clinch.
Viren stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A hook to the body from Viren.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Viren.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Viren scores with a shoulder strike.
Viren breaks from the clinch.
Biggs tries for a takedown but Viren sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Viren lands a glancing blow to the side of Biggs's head.
Jab, jab by Viren - just one landing.
Viren moves into the clinch.
Viren works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Viren lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Biggs backwards.
Viren lands with a left to the head.
Nice body punch from Viren.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Viren lands a body punch.
Nice body punch from Viren.
A left hand lands to the body for Viren.
Viren lands a body punch.
Viren lands a right hand.
Viren breaks the clinch.
Viren rushes Biggs and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Viren lands a body shot.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Viren lands a body punch.
Viren lands a body shot in the clinch.
Viren digs a right hand underneath Biggs's ribcage. Biggs let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A nice right hand lands inside from Viren.
Biggs fails to pull guard.
Viren scores with a hook to the body.
Viren is leaning against Biggs and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Viren is working Biggs over against the cage.
Biggs tries for a takedown but Viren manages to get underhooks.
Viren pushes Biggs back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Viren works on Biggs's body with a couple of short punches.
Viren lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Viren throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Biggss head.
Viren lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Biggs backwards.
Viren is working Biggs over against the cage.
Viren is working Biggs over against the cage.
Viren pushes Biggs back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Viren digs a right hand into Biggs's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Biggs's gas tank.
Viren scores with a shoulder strike.
Viren presses Biggs against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Nice body punch from Viren.
Viren digs a right hand into Biggs's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Biggs's gas tank.
Viren lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Viren.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Viren scores with a hook to the body.
Viren pushes Biggs back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Viren lands a shoulder strike.
Viren breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The crowd cheers as Viren lands an impressive looking overhand right. Biggs doesn't seem phased though.
Viren connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Viren moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Viren connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Biggs's hands.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Viren presses Biggs against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Viren.
Biggs has clasped his hands together around Viren's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Viren is looking for a sweep.
Viren defending against the ground and pound.
Biggs prevents Viren from escaping the position.
Sloppy strikes there by Biggs.
Viren tries to improve position but can't.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Viren manages to get back to half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Biggs tries to pass the half guard into mount. Viren knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Biggs throwing shots but Viren is blocking nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Viren fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Biggs looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Viren is fending him off so far but Biggs persists. Nope, Viren circles away and we're back to standing.
A jab from Viren does it's job there.
Biggs takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Biggs shoots in for a takedown but Viren shows good takedown defense.
Viren works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Viren has taken the fight to the clinch.
Biggs tries a body shot but Viren blocks it.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Viren lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Biggs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Viren lands a body shot in the clinch.
Viren gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Biggs.
Viren lands an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zane Viren dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Viren moves into the clinch successfully.
Viren prevents a takedown attempt there.
Viren has Biggs pressed against the cage, preventing Biggs from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Biggs pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Biggs shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Viren as he avoids it easily.
Biggs takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Viren has closed the distance and engaged Biggs in a clinch.
Viren lands a right hand.
Biggs changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Viren fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Zane Viren has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tavon Biggs.
Nice straight punches there by Viren. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Viren.
Viren gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Viren lands a body punch in the clinch.
Viren lands a body punch in the clinch.
Viren has Biggs pressed against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Biggs's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Viren lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Viren stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Viren lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Viren is working Biggs over against the cage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Viren is pushing Biggs up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nice body punch from Viren - that landed with a thud.
Biggs tries to pull guard but Viren holds him up against the cage and eventually Biggs drops back down to his feet.
Viren lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Viren lands a shot to the body.
Viren lands with a left to the head.
Viren lands a body shot.
Viren lands a body shot in the clinch.
Viren breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Viren scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Biggs dives in and grabs Viren's left leg, looking for a takedown. Viren pushes down on Biggs's head and hops out.
Viren is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Viren rushes Biggs and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Viren lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Biggs.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Viren.
Viren is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Biggs can do to turn this around?
Viren landing knees to the body.
Viren lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short body shot lands from Viren as the two fighters clinch.
Viren lands a body punch.
Viren taking a breather.
A short body shot lands from Viren as the two fighters clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A right handed body shot lands from Viren.
A hook to the body from Viren.
Viren gets underhooks to prevent Biggs's takedown attempt.
Viren is leaning against Biggs and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Viren is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Zane Viren has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Viren pushes Biggs back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Viren breaks the clinch.
Biggs tries to close the distance and clinch up but Viren swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Viren gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
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!
Viren lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Biggs!
Biggs is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Viren in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Biggs is trying desperately to improve position.
Viren landing strikes, looking to finish!
Biggs is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Viren lands a big shot there that rocks Biggs but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Biggs really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Viren with good strikes from the mount here!
Viren is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Biggs can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Viren putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Biggs can't escape the position.
Viren avoids the attempt from Biggs to control.
Viren looking to finish Biggs with some ground and pound. This is bad for Biggs!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Biggs is wriggling around trying to escape.
Viren with shots to the head and body - Biggs looks very uncomfortable down there.
Viren landing punches.
Viren is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Biggs tries to lock up and control but Viren gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Viren lands with some strikes.
Viren raining down shots from the mount!
Viren landing punches.
Biggs is in all sorts of trouble here.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Viren connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Biggs really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Viren. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Biggs tries to hold on but Viren pushes him away.
Viren pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zane Viren dominated that second 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. This is the final round!
Viren moves into the clinch successfully.
Viren lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Biggs fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Viren lands a shoulder strike.
Biggs lands an elbow just above Viren 's eye.
Biggs takes a shot to the head.
Viren lands a body shot.
Viren lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Viren stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Viren lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Biggs tries to pull guard but Viren won't allow it.
Biggs fails to pull guard.
Zane Viren has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tavon Biggs.
Biggs pulls guard successfully.
Viren has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Viren is working Biggs over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Viren landing some decent shots from guard.
Viren working some strikes from top position.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Biggs keeping moving, preventing Viren from controlling successfully.
Biggs controls Viren momentarily but Viren frees himself.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Viren is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Viren lands a couple of elbows.
Biggs utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Viren throwing strikes but missing.
Biggs controlling the position.
Viren working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Biggs's head.
Biggs tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Viren is looking to work some ground and pound but Biggs has wrist control.
Biggs working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Viren.
Viren loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Biggs pushes Viren up against the cage in a clinch.
Biggs drops down looking for an ankle pick but Viren pulls his leg out and moves away.
Biggs fails with a takedown attempt.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Viren clinches up against the cage.
Viren lands a left hand that snaps the head of Biggs backwards.
Viren lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Biggs or not.
Viren gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Biggs.
Viren digs a right hand into Biggs's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Biggs's gas tank.
A hook to the body from Viren.
Viren lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Viren throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A shot in the inside from Viren.
Viren works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A short body shot lands from Viren as the two fighters clinch.
Viren cracks Biggs with a nice body shot.
Viren digs a right hand underneath Biggs's ribcage. Biggs let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Viren is pressed up against the cage. Biggs has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Viren down to the mat. Viren avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Danga de danga de dang - Viren scores with a four punch combination!
Viren gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Viren lands a body shot.
A shot in the inside from Viren.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Good body shot from Viren.
A right hook to the body lands for Viren.
Viren lands a body punch in the clinch.
Viren lands with a right to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Viren.
Viren manages to break the clinch.
Viren ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Viren scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Biggs gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Viren.
Biggs closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Viren regains full guard. Nicely done.
Tavon Biggs has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Viren wants to sweep but no luck.
Biggs throws a strike but Viren rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Viren postures up.
Viren throws a big right hand that misses.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Viren postures up in Biggs's guard and throws a big left but Biggs blocks it.
Viren stopping the sweep attempt from Biggs.
Viren postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Viren is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Viren tries to clinch there but Biggs circles away.
Viren circles away from the clinch attempt.
Biggs attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Biggs throws a body kick that misses.
Biggs closes this distance looking for a takedown but Viren circles away.
Viren pushes Biggs up against the cage in a clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Viren blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Biggs jumps guard but Viren stands there with Biggs around his waist. Biggs gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Viren lands a nice shot to the body.
Viren breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Viren lands a lovely overhand right.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zane Viren showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Viren has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:26
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 30:26
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zane Viren!
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