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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Vasili Gregorovitsj (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Oscar Jones (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Gregorovitsj comes to the cage accompanied by Pink Panther Theme. The crowd seem to be enjoying Jones's choice of entrance music: Saliva - Ladies and Gentlemen. Vasili Gregorovitsj has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.
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197 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
Lethal high kicks
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Good wrestler
Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the middleweight championship of the world! Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner. With a record of
15 - 6 - 1, fighting out of Los Angeles, Vasili Gregorovitsj! And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of
5 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Oscar Jones! The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Jack Bonds.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Gregorovitsj throws a front kick aimed at Jones's knee but Jones avoids it well. Jones avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Jones moves out of range as Gregorovitsj throws a body kick.
Gregorovitsj throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Jones tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Gregorovitsj swivels and escapes. Gregorovitsj misses with a low kick as Jones jumps back. Vasili Gregorovitsj seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Gregorovitsj lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Gregorovitsj is looking to slow Jones down with leg kicks. Jones shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Gregorovitsj as he avoids it easily. Jones throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Gregorovitsj was covering up waiting for the punch and Jones finishes the takedown easily into guard. Gregorovitsj pulls Jones in close to his closed guard and prevents Jones from doing any damage or advancing position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Jones throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Gregorovitsj works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round. Gregorovitsj seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. Gregorovitsj wants to sweep but no luck. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Gregorovitsj is trying to control the position but Jones postures up. If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup. Gregorovitsj utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The ref stands the fighters back up because Vasili Gregorovitsj just wasn't active enough. Gregorovitsj takes one to the chin there. Jones blocks the body kick.
That's two 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. A chopping leg kick lands by Gregorovitsj. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Gregorovitsj, right into the meat.
Jones looks for a takedown but Gregorovitsj sprawls well. Vasili Gregorovitsj has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Oscar Jones. Jones moves out of range as Gregorovitsj throws a body kick.
Gregorovitsj scores with a jab to the jaw. Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gregorovitsj. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jones checks a leg kick. Gregorovitsj connects with a looping right hand.
Both fighters circling a little - Gregorovitsj finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. Gregorovitsj works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Jones shoots in for a double leg but Gregorovitsj sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Jones misses the jab.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Gregorovitsj jabs away that one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jones avoids a kick to the body.
Gregorovitsj throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. A big right from Gregorovitsj misses. Gregorovitsj just misses with a punch to the body.
Gregorovitsj misses with an attempted mid kick.
Gregorovitsj fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jones has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Gregorovitsj bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Gregorovitsj throws a body kick that misses. Jones throws a jab when Gregorovitsj was well out of range. Jones closes this distance looking for a takedown but Gregorovitsj circles away. Jones keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
That's four minutes gone in the round. A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. A looping hook to the body misses from Gregorovitsj. Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Gregorovitsj throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Gregorovitsj fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jones on the side of the head. Gregorovitsj tries to score with a low kick but Jones moves his leg out of the way. Gregorovitsj moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Gregorovitsj lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Jones shoots for a takedown but Gregorovitsj saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Gregorovitsj connects with a single shot there. Gregorovitsj looks to land a body kick but Jones moved away. Gregorovitsj blocks a jab. Gregorovitsj misses with a leg kick. Gregorovitsj scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jones in his tracks. Jones doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vasili Gregorovitsj dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action!
A chopping leg kick lands by Gregorovitsj. A nice leg kick lands there from Gregorovitsj. Gregorovitsj lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jones's sensitive parts. Gregorovitsj throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gregorovitsj. Jones misses with a straight left. Jones has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Gregorovitsj. Jones sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs. Gregorovitsj feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Jones's calf. Gregorovitsj goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Jones is breathing heavily. A thudding body kick lands there by Gregorovitsj!
Nice body kick from Gregorovitsj. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Gregorovitsj lands with a nice body punch. Gregorovitsj smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Jones's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
That's one minute gone in the round. Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Gregorovitsj.
Jones has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Gregorovitsj. Gregorovitsj scores with a nice body kick.
Gregorovitsj lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. A chopping leg kick lands by Gregorovitsj. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gregorovitsj. Gregorovitsj keeps Jones at a distance using the push kick. Gregorovitsj thows a body kick. Jones tries to catch it but that hurt him. Vasili Gregorovitsj is winning the standup battle so far. Gregorovitsj lands a really nice looking cross but Jones seems unphased.
Nice body kick from Gregorovitsj. Jones avoids a kick to the body.
Jones avoids a kick to the body.
Jones on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Gregorovitsj. Gregorovitsj obviously looking to wear him down.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. A good leg kick by Gregorovitsj. Gregorovitsj tries to land a front kick but Jones steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. A thudding body kick lands there by Gregorovitsj!
Good exchange - Gregorovitsj coming out on top. Gregorovitsj lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Good leg kick by Gregorovitsj there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Gregorovitsj lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Jones backs up against the cage.
Gregorovitsj lands a leg kick that knocks Jones off balance momentarily. Gregorovitsj lands with a thumping leg kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Gregorovitsj.
A slapping body kick lands there for Gregorovitsj. Gregorovitsj digs a good body shot into Jones's ribs.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Gregorovitsj lands a nice looking body shot.
Gregorovitsj slips under a jab from Jones. Jones takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Gregorovitsj lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Jones stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Gregorovitsj. Gregorovitsj scores with a push kick. Gregorovitsj jabs at Jones's body. Thud! ouch! good body kick from Gregorovitsj - that will leave a mark!
Gregorovitsj connects with an inside leg kick. Gregorovitsj tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Gregorovitsj. That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Jones crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Gregorovitsj - the referee stops the clock and Jones gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Gregorovitsj. Jones manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. A slapping leg kick lands for Gregorovitsj.
Gregorovitsj is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jones can do to turn this around?
That's four minutes gone in the round. Gregorovitsj lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jones's sensitive parts. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Gregorovitsj throws a nice outside leg kick. Gregorovitsj lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Gregorovitsj goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Gregorovitsj lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jones's sensitive parts. Gregorovitsj lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Gregorovitsj goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gregorovitsj. An inside leg kick lands from Gregorovitsj. The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action! Gregorovitsj scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Jones takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Jones has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Gregorovitsj. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vasili Gregorovitsj dominated that second round. That's time! Back to the action!
Gregorovitsj tries to land a front kick but Jones steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Gregorovitsj throws a nice inside leg kick. A good leg kick by Gregorovitsj. Jones takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Gregorovitsj lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. That kick from Gregorovitsj tenderised Jones's leg. Jones is trying to keep his angry face on. Jones avoids a kick to the body.
Gregorovitsj fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Jones. Gregorovitsj throws a body kick that misses. Gregorovitsj keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jones. Gregorovitsj feints and then cracks Jones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jones down. Jones takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Jones on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Gregorovitsj. Gregorovitsj obviously looking to wear him down.
That's one minute gone in the round. Gregorovitsj looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A lazy left from Gregorovitsj finds it's target. Jones moves out of range of the body kick from Gregorovitsj.
Jones swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Gregorovitsj counters with a good low kick that Jones was not able to check. Gregorovitsj thuds his shin into the meat of Jones's side. Gregorovitsj lands with an uppercut that bounces Jones off the cage and back into rage. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gregorovitsj. Gregorovitsj lands with a nice body kick. Gregorovitsj lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Jones takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Gregorovitsj moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Gregorovitsj lets loose with a powerful body kick. Jones will feel that in the morning.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Gregorovitsj jabs Jones right on the nose. Jones blinks but takes it well. Gregorovitsj moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Gregorovitsj throws a quick inside leg kick. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Gregorovitsj connects with an inside leg kick. Gregorovitsj with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Gregorovitsj. Jones shrugs it off though. Gregorovitsj looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gregorovitsj. Gregorovitsj uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Jones has time to react. Jones stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Gregorovitsj. Gregorovitsj cracks the inside of Jones's front leg.
That's three minutes gone in the round. An inside leg kick lands from Gregorovitsj. Jones moves out of range as Gregorovitsj throws a body kick.
Jones dives in and grabs Gregorovitsj's left leg, looking for a takedown. Gregorovitsj pushes down on Jones's head and hops out. Gregorovitsj throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Gregorovitsj scores with a spinning back kick! Ouch! a nice leg kick from Gregorovitsj, right into the meat.
Gregorovitsj scores with a nice body kick.
Vasili Gregorovitsj is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Jones blocks a head kick by Gregorovitsj.
Gregorovitsj dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jones. That did some damage! Gregorovitsj pushes Jones away with a front kick. Gregorovitsj throws a body kick that misses. Jones shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
That's four minutes gone in the round. That kick from Gregorovitsj tenderised Jones's leg. Jones is trying to keep his angry face on. Gregorovitsj scores with a push kick. Jones takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Jones on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Gregorovitsj. Gregorovitsj obviously looking to wear him down.
Gregorovitsj throws a push kick but Jones slaps the foot to one side. Jones gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Gregorovitsj. 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! Gregorovitsj explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work. Gregorovitsj throws a front kick that sends Jones stumbling back into the cage. As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. A decent looking body kick lands there for Gregorovitsj. Gregorovitsj throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Jones steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Gregorovitsj. That one must have hurt. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vasili Gregorovitsj clearly takes that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Gregorovitsj connects with a good right hand that stumbles Jones. Jones circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Gregorovitsj ducks under a wild hook from Jones. Good work by Jones as he checks the leg kick. Jones checks a leg kick. Jones takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. Gregorovitsj lands with a nice body kick. Gregorovitsj looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gregorovitsj. A big right from Jones misses. Jones has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Gregorovitsj throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Jones swings away with a body shot that misses
and Gregorovitsj counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. Jones is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted. Gregorovitsj feints and then cracks Jones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jones down.
That's one minute gone in the round. Gregorovitsj throws a nice outside leg kick. Jones moves out of range of the body kick from Gregorovitsj.
Gregorovitsj connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Gregorovitsj throws a half hearted mid kick. Jones swinging wildly here.
Gregorovitsj swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jones throws a jab when Gregorovitsj was well out of range. Jones misses with a body shot.
Gregorovitsj with a body punch. A glancing blow. Gregorovitsj scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Jones moves out of range of the body kick.
That's two minutes gone in the round. There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Jones fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Gregorovitsj avoids it really well and circles away. Gregorovitsj displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jones throws out the jab. Jones throws a hook but Gregorovitsj blocks it. Gregorovitsj misses with a body kick. Gregorovitsj connects with a jab. An inside leg kick lands from Gregorovitsj. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gregorovitsj. Gregorovitsj scores with a push kick. Jones throws the left hand but Gregorovitsj avoids the punch easily.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Gregorovitsj connects with a solid leg kick. Jones fails to land the takedown. Gregorovitsj thumps Jones with a low kick. A chopping leg kick lands by Gregorovitsj. Gregorovitsj looks for the body kick but Jones saw that one coming. Gregorovitsj stuffs the takedown. Vasili Gregorovitsj has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Oscar Jones. Jones ducks under a wild hook from Gregorovitsj. Gregorovitsj thows a body kick. Jones tries to catch it but that hurt him. Jones misses with a straight left. Gregorovitsj cracks Jones with a good jab. Gregorovitsj throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Gregorovitsj lands a jab. Gregorovitsj throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Jones tries to score a power double leg takedown but Gregorovitsj sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Jones somewhat. Gregorovitsj scores with a hook. Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gregorovitsj.
Gregorovitsj bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Jones looks to land a right hand but Gregorovitsj moved out of range. Jones chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Gregorovitsj can pounce on him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vasili Gregorovitsj had his way with Oscar Jones in that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jones fails with a takedown attempt. Gregorovitsj throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Gregorovitsj lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jones walks into a straight right hand from Gregorovitsj. Jones takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Gregorovitsj misses with an attempted mid kick.
Jones looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into mount! Oh, that's bad for Gregorovitsj! Jones is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell? Jones working away from the top, dropping strikes.
That's one minute gone in the round. Gregorovitsj is desperately trying to improve his position but Jones has a good base and remains in mount. Jones is trying to control here but Gregorovitsj has managed to regain half guard.
Jones sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Gregorovitsj defending well though. Gregorovitsj works his way to full guard. Good work. Gregorovitsj keeping moving, preventing Jones from controlling successfully. Jones postures up.
That's two 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. Gregorovitsj is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Jones is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him. Jones trying to control but Gregorovitsj is working from the bottom. Jones throws and elbow that misses. Gregorovitsj uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Jones's guard. Nice move by Gregorovitsj! Jones scrambles and gets back to his feet.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Gregorovitsj misses with a body shot
and Jones connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Gregorovitsj throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Jones moves out of range of the body kick from Gregorovitsj.
Crunch! Gregorovitsj slams his shin into Jones's torso. Gregorovitsj throws a solid leg kick but Jones takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Gregorovitsj. Gregorovitsj pivots, looking for a leg kick but Jones is out of range and Gregorovitsj settles back down. Gregorovitsj fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. A good leg kick by Gregorovitsj. A telegraphed right hand from Jones misses the target. A thudding body kick lands there by Gregorovitsj!
That's four minutes gone in the round. Gregorovitsj throws a leg kick but Jones sees it coming and moves out of range. Jones takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Gregorovitsj tries to land a leg kick but Jones saw it coming and moves away.
Oscar Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Gregorovitsj thuds his shin into the meat of Jones's side. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jones checks a leg kick. Jones missing with a left hand there. Gregorovitsj was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Gregorovitsj buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Jones might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable. Gregorovitsj tries to land a front kick but Jones steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Gregorovitsj looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jones moves out of range of the body kick. Gregorovitsj throws a body kick that misses.
And that's the end of the fight! Vasili Gregorovitsj showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Gregorovitsj, 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 50:42 Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 50:43 Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 50:43
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vasili Gregorovitsj! Vasili Gregorovitsj retains his middleweight title!
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