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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Aaron Velazquez (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Archie Bunker (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Velazquez comes into the arena with Eminem - Go to sleep blaring out of the sound system. Bunker has chosen Edith singin Those were the days.... as his entrance music. Aaron Velazquez has a significant reach advantage - let's see if he can make it count.
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200 cm
25
205 lbs
6 - 1 - 0 |
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170 cm
25
205 lbs
7 - 0 - 0 |
BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent boxer
Very strong |
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BJJ Purple Belt
Good kicks
Heavy handed |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the light heavyweight championship of the world! Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner. With a record of
6 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Aaron Velazquez! And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of
7 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Archie Bunker! The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Frank Dennis and Daniel Franklin.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Bunker misses with the combination.
Velazquez thows a body shot but no joy. Bunker darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Velazquez throws a one two combo.
It looks like Archie Bunker has been cut. Velazquez will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Velazquez throws a nice looking combination but Bunker bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Velazquez bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Bunker misses with a series of wild punches.
Velazquez avoids the head kick by Bunker.
Velazquez gets tackled into the cage by Bunker. Bunker maintains the clinch. Velazquez wants to break free but Bunker has control.
Bunker breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bunker misses with a head kick.
Aaron Velazquez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Bunker lands a nice shot to the body.
Bunker steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Velazquez. Bunker scores with a shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Bunker rushes Velazquez and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Bunker pushes Velazquez back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Bunker tries for a takedown but Velazquez manages to get underhooks.
Bunker lands a shoulder strike. Bunker breaks from the clinch.
Bunker gets a takedown into half guard. We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake. Bunker looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
That's one minute gone in the round. Bunker is persisting with the attempt to improve his position. Bunker is figuring out what he wants to do next. Bunker throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Bunker is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Velazquez doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Bunker. Velazquez knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Bunker on the ground. Velazquez on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
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. Bunker passes to side control. Velazquez defending against the ground and pound. Bunker trying to control the action but Velazquez is working from the bottom. Bunker is working Velazquez over with some ground and pound from side control. A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. Velazquez avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Bunker.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Bunker throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage. Bunker wants to control but Velazquez is keeping him busy. Bunker happy to just control the position for now. Bunker throwing strikes but missing, from side control. Bunker stands up and we're back to a striking position. Bunker walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Bunker lands with a thumping leg kick.
Velazquez lands with a shot to the body. Bunker rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Velazquez moves out of range and avoids them all easily. The fighters circle momentarily. Velazquez darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Velazquez avoids the head kick by Bunker.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Velazquez scores with a jab. Bunker acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Velazquez sizes up Bunker with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. This has been an exciting period of action! A chopping leg kick lands by Bunker. Velazquez tries to keep at a distance but Bunker has taken the fight into the clinch. Velazquez is trying to break free. Velazquez is trying to break the clinch but Bunker has him pressed against the cage. Velazquez takes a shot to the head. Velazquez wants to break free but Bunker has control.
Velazquez can't break the clinch.
Bunker landing knees to the head.
Bunker pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Bunker scores with a push kick. Velazquez drops his hands momentarily and Bunker takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Bunker pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Velazquez misses with a hook. Bunker looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Bunker misses with an uppercut. Bunker looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Bunker throws a right and a left that Velazquez avoids nicely. Bunker fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Velazquez waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bunker. A head kick misses from Bunker. Velazquez misses with a straight left. Velazquez digs a good body shot into Bunker's ribs. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Archie Bunker will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Archie Bunker's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Velazquez scores with a sloppy right hand. Bunker should have avoided that one. Bunker misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Velazquez gets tackled into the cage by Bunker. Bunker maintains the clinch. Velazquez wants to break free but Bunker has control.
A short left from Bunker. Bunker scores with an uppercut up the middle. Bunker lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bunker is trying to drag Velazquez to the mat but Velazquez just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Bunker has Velazquez pressed against the cage, preventing Velazquez from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Velazquez can't break the clinch.
Bunker gets a trip takedown into half guard. Bunker has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Nice strikes from Bunker there. Bunker thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Velazquez's head. Velazquez is in trouble now - Bunker has advanced to mount! Bunker misses with a head shot. Velazquez avoids a series of strikes thrown by Bunker.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Velazquez tries to lock up and control but Bunker gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
That's one minute gone in the round. Bunker throwing strikes here but Velazquez is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Bunker punching from mount but Velazquez doing a good job of avoiding damage. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Bunker landing punches. Velazquez wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Bunker.
Bunker trying to control but he's not successful this time. Bunker goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Velazquez turns into him and now he's in Bunker's guard.
Bunker lands an upkick as Velazquez stands over him. Bunker pushes Velazquez off and gets back to his feet.
That's two minutes gone in the round. A jab from Bunker misses. Bunker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Velazquez moves away. Velazquez throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bunker counters with an outside leg kick.
Bunker rushes Velazquez and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Velazquez wants to get back to striking at distance but Bunker won't allow it.
Bunker working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Bunker keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Velazquez's efforts to push away. Velazquez wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Velazquez gets underhooks to prevent Bunker's takedown attempt.
Bunker drops down looking for an ankle pick but Velazquez pulls his leg out and moves away.
Aaron Velazquez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Archie Bunker. Bunker connects with a body shot. Bunker closes the distance and clinches. Velazquez gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Bunker.
Velazquez wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Bunker stalling the fight.
Bunker makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Bunker lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. Velazquez tries to break the clinch but Bunker is controlling the position. Bunker lands a nice trip takedown into half 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! Bunker wants to free his trapped foot but Velazquez is holding on for dear life with his legs.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Bunker is trying to control the action in half guard but Velazquez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Bunker not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Velazquez is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Bunker scores with a couple of nice shots. Bunker missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Velazquez won't allow Bunker to pass to mount. Archie Bunker has got the better of the ground game so far. Bunker throwing shots but Velazquez is blocking nicely. Bunker missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Bunker not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Bunker not landing any meaningful shots this time. Bunker thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Velazquez's head.
That's four minutes gone in the round. The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Bunker performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Bunker missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Bunker not landing any meaningful shots this time. Velazquez wants to get back to his feet. Bunker landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Bunker controlling the pace. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Bunker moves into full mount! Velazquez won't be happy about that! The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end. Bunker controlling the position easily from mount. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Archie Bunker showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Archie Bunker's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Bunker lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Velazquez lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Velazquez is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range. Bunker displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. Bunker is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Velazquez's half guard. Bunker performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
That's one minute gone in the round. Bunker thows a huge punch but Velazquez dodges it nicely.
Bunker scoring with strikes to the body and head. Bunker trying to control the pace. The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup. Velazquez blocking the ground and pound attempt from Bunker. Bunker not landing any meaningful shots this time. Well, if Bunker is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Velazquez keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Bunker not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Bunker missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Bunker is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. Bunker throwing shots but Velazquez is blocking nicely. Bunker looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Bunker throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Velazquez avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Bunker. Bunker thows a big elbow that misses, also allowing Velazquez to regain full guard. Velazquez working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bunker. Bunker trying to control but Velazquez is working from the bottom. Bunker trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Bunker slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. Velazquez managing to control the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round. The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Archie Bunker has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet. Bunker misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bunker decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Bunker looks to land a strike but Velazquez avoids it nicely and regains full guard. Bunker trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Bunker trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Bunker is looking to work some ground and pound but Velazquez has wrist control. Bunker throwing strikes from guard but Velazquez blocks nicely. Velazquez utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Velazquez utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Bunker thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Archie Bunker really dominated that round. The cut man is working on Archie Bunker's cut. That's time! Back to the action!
Bunker scores with a jab to the jaw. Bunker has taken the fight to the clinch.
Bunker prevents Velazquez from breaking the clinch. Bunker lands an uppercut. Velazquez tries to circle away but Bunker has him pinned against the cage. Velazquez prevents the takedown attempt.
Velazquez is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Bunker has Velazquez pressed against the cage.
Bunker lands a hook that snaps the head of Velazquez backwards. Velazquez has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Velazquez has had enough of the clinch but Bunker keeps him there for the moment. A short right from Bunker on the inside. Bunker lands a left hand that snaps the head of Velazquez backwards. Velazquez can't break the clinch.
Bunker lands a left hand.
Bunker tries to score a body lock takedown but Velazquez shows good agility there to stay on his feet. Bunker has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Velazquez clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Bunker throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage. Velazquez manages to escape to a better position under a series of strikes. Bunker is now in side control. It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over. An elbow from Bunker crashes against the mat.
That's one minute gone in the round. Velazquez taking a bit of punishment here - Bunker scoring with strikes. Bunker creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Velazquez sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. Bunker creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Velazquez sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. Bunker working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. Bunker throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage. Bunker scores with punches from side control. Bunker trying to control the action but Velazquez is working from the bottom. Sloppy strikes there by Bunker.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Velazquez tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bunker wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Bunker throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage. The ground and pound from Bunker seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. Bunker is trying to get an arm triangle but Velazquez is defending well. Bunker tries to advance to mount but Velazquez denies him. Bunker trying to control the action but Velazquez is working from the bottom. Check out the look on Bunker's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
That's three minutes gone in the round. Bunker creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Velazquez sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. Bunker postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Bunker throws a strike aimed at the side of Velazquez's head but Velazquez avoids it well. Bunker thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. Bunker looks up at the clock and then as Velazquez takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Bunker smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Velazquez is not in a great position here, taking some shots. The strikes coming from Bunker are missing the target in this wave of attacks. Velazquez is trying to escape the position but Bunker is controlling the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Bunker throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage. Bunker in side control, just content to control the action for now. Bunker creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Velazquez sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. Bunker is looking to take a break and control but Velazquez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Bunker content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. Bunker throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Archie Bunker dominated that fourth round. The cut man is working on Archie Bunker's cut. That's time! Velazquez's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
Bunker throws a right and a left that both miss. Bunker moves into the clinch. Velazquez wants to break free but Bunker has control.
Velazquez wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Bunker has him pressed against the cage. Bunker gets through Velazquez's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Bunker has Velazquez pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Velazquez manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. Bunker is struggling to control the position. Bunker lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Velazquez tries to circle away but Bunker has him pinned against the cage. Bunker drops down looking for an ankle pick but Velazquez pulls his leg out and moves away.
Bunker clinches up with Velazquez and pushes him back against the cage. Bunker has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Velazquez is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Aaron Velazquez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Archie Bunker. Bunker pushes Velazquez back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. A quick uppercut on the inside from Bunker. Bunker is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Velazquez gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Bunker keeps control of Velazquez as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Velazquez is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Bunker keeps control of Velazquez as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. A frustrated look appears on Velazquez's face as he tries to break the clinch. Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - an gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt. Bunker lands a shoulder strike. Velazquez looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Bunker lands with a short shot to the head. Velazquez is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Velazquez is looking to break free of the clinch but Bunker has double underhooks. A shot in the inside from Bunker. Velazquez gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Bunker.
That's one minute gone in the round. A shot in the inside from Bunker. Bunker gets through Velazquez's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Bunker lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Velazquez backwards. Bunker lands a right hand. Bunker lands a nice uppercut. Velazquez is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. Bunker lands a shoulder strike. Bunker lands a nice uppercut. Bunker scores with an uppercut up the middle. Bunker tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Bunker wants a takedown.
Velazquez is trying to break free. Velazquez is trying to break free. Bunker working aggressively here.
Velazquez working hard to break the clinch. Bunker drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Velazquez gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Bunker lands a hook that snaps the head of Velazquez backwards. Velazquez is looking to break free of the clinch but Bunker has double underhooks. A frustrated look appears on Velazquez's face as he tries to break the clinch. Bunker lands on the inside with an uppercut. Velazquez can't break the clinch.
Bunker is working for takedown but Velazquez is calmly controlling the position for now. Velazquez wants to get back to striking at distance but Bunker won't allow it.
Velazquez has had enough of the clinch but Bunker keeps him there for the moment. Bunker keeps control of Velazquez as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Aaron Velazquez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
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. Velazquez is trying to break the clinch but Bunker has him pressed against the cage. Bunker lands with a short shot to the head. Bunker is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. Bunker keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Velazquez's efforts to push away. Bunker lands a shoulder strike. Bunker has clasped his hands together around Velazquez's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Velazquez can't do much from the bottom here. Bunker goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Velazquez rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Bunker's guard! Nice work there by Velazquez! Bunker trying to keep a closed guard but Velazquez is proving a slippery customer.
Bunker striking off his back but it's not causing Velazquez any problems. Bunker pushes Velazquez off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. Bunker misses with a two punch combination.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Velazquez throws an overhand right that lands on Bunker's shoulder, as Bunker tries to avoid the shot. Aaron Velazquez is winning the standup battle so far. Bunker ducks under a wild hook from Velazquez. Velazquez misses with a hook. Bunker throws a head kick but Velazquez moves out of range.
Bunker shoots in for a double leg but Velazquez sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Velazquez throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Velazquez misses with a straight right. Bunker misses with a few strikes there.
Velazquez swings for the body but Bunker moves out of range.
Velazquez throws a hook but Bunker avoids it easily. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Velazquez cracks Bunker with an open hand slap. Velazquez throws a series of punches but Bunker avoids them all with ease. Bunker has closed the distance and engaged Velazquez in a clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. Velazquez working some nice short punches in the clinch. Bunker scores with a shoulder strike. Bunker wants the takedown. Velazquez is fighting it off but Bunker persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Velazquez's guard against the cage. Bunker trying to control but Velazquez is working from the bottom. Velazquez will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Bunker landing some decent shots from guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Velazquez has his feet on Bunker's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. Bunker is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Bunker misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Velazquez chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bunker can pounce on him.
Bunker tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Velazquez takes a shot right to the bread basket. Bunker throws a right hand that Velazquez ducks under and follows up with a left that Velazquez also avoids with ease. Bunker misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Velazquez scores with a nice strike. Velazquez throws a body punch but Bunker moves out of range. Nice uppercut lands for Bunker. That snapped Velazquez's head back.
Bunker fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Velazquez misses with a hook
and Bunker counters into the clinch. Nicely done. 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! The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end. Bunker working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Bunker lands a shoulder strike. Bunker keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Velazquez's efforts to push away. Velazquez has a couple of punches blocked by Bunker.
And that's the end of the fight! Archie Bunker comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Bunker winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 45:50 Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 45:50 Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 45:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Archie Bunker! Archie Bunker retains his light heavyweight title!
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