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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Zaine Lovell (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Chad Harkleroad (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Harkleroad comes into a darkened arena with his song building. I am a real American kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Chad Harkleroad told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!
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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
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Zaine Lovell!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Chad Harkleroad!
The judges for this bout are Skip Squint, Damien Edna and Bruno Hogan.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A head kick misses from Lovell.
Harkleroad closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Lovell quickly recovers to half guard.
Lovell on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Lovell tries to get out of the position.
Harkleroad looks to land a strike but Lovell avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Harkleroad is stalling in the full guard.
Harkleroad pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lovell is keeping the position for now.
Lovell is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Harkleroad trying to control the position from guard on top but Lovell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Chad Harkleroad was stalling too much, according to the referee.
Lovell pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lovell misses with a head kick.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lovell dives in and grabs Harkleroad's left leg, looking for a takedown. Harkleroad pushes down on Lovell's head and hops out.
Harkleroad tries for a takedown but Lovell sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Lovell tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Harkleroad swivels and escapes.
Lovell moves out of range of the body kick.
Lovell stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Lovell wants it to stay on the feet.
Harkleroad changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Lovell tries to avoid it but Harkleroad manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Lovell to the ground. Lovell escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Zaine Lovell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chad Harkleroad.
Lovell misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Harkleroad 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.
Harkleroad drives through with a takedown into guard.
Harkleroad must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Harkleroad wants to control from the top but Lovell keeps moving.
Harkleroad working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Lovell's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Harkleroad stopping the sweep attempt from Lovell.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Harkleroad trying to control but Lovell is working from the bottom.
Harkleroad working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Harkleroad lands a couple of digs.
Harkleroad wants to control from the top but Lovell keeps moving.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Harkleroad drops back looking for a leg! Lovell is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lovell manages to kick Harkleroad off! Harkleroad jumps back into Lovell's guard.
Harkleroad trying to control the position from guard on top but Lovell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Harkleroad works over Lovell with some ground and pound from guard.
Harkleroad won't allow Lovell to sweep him here.
Lovell wants to get back to his feet but Harkleroad is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Harkleroad stands up from Lovell's guard - Harkleroad perhaps looking for a knockout.
Lovell moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Lovell slaps away a takedown attempt from Harkleroad, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Harkleroad looks gassed!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Harkleroad is looking to clinch.
Nice takedown defense from Lovell. No joy for Harkleroad on that attempt.
Zaine Lovell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Harkleroad has a takedown stuffed.
Lovell scores with a push kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lovell rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Harkleroad moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lovell throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Lovell shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Harkleroad as he avoids it easily.
Lovell tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Harkleroad on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lovell. Lovell obviously looking to wear him down.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Chad Harkleroad will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
Lovell throws a series of punches but Harkleroad avoids them all with ease.
Harkleroad avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lovell leaves Harkleroad with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Harkleroad looking to score a takedown here. Lovell is defending well but Harkleroad drives through and ends up in Lovell's guard.
Lovell is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Harkleroad passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Harkleroad tries to move to mount but Lovell blocks the move with his legs.
Chad Harkleroad has got the better of the ground game so far.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Harkleroad grinds an elbow into Lovell's temple.
Harkleroad stands up.
Harkleroad is breathing heavily.
Lovell throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Harkleroad shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Lovell as he jumps to the side.
Lovell gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Harkleroad has eaten all the pies!
Lovell is trying to break free.
Lovell gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Harkleroad.
Zaine Lovell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chad Harkleroad.
Harkleroad tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lovell smiles and moves away.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Harkleroad shoots for a double leg takedown but Lovell sprawls well. He's pushed Harkleroad's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Lovell feints a jab promting Harkleroad to slip. Lovell then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Harkleroad slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lovell throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lovell rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Harkleroad moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lovell looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Harkleroad is fending him off so far but Lovell persists. Nope, Harkleroad circles away and we're back to standing.
Lovell pulls out of a head kick attempt.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A right-left combo lands from Lovell.
Harkleroad closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Harkleroad lands in his opponent's guard.
Harkleroad wants to control from the top but Lovell keeps moving.
Lovell looking for a guillotine here but Harkleroad defends easily.
Harkleroad not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The ref stands the fighters back up. Chad Harkleroad was stalling too much, according to the referee.
Lovell will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Harkleroad tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lovell sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Harkleroad somewhat.
Harkleroad shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Lovell trying to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Chad Harkleroad will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
Lovell lands with a nice combination. Harkleroad backs away looking to recover.
A head kick from Lovell lands but Harkleroad takes it in his stride.
Harkleroad avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Horrible takedown by Harkleroad or perhaps it was just good defense by Lovell which made him look bad.
Harkleroad keeps the fight on the outside.
Lovell throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
It looks like Chad Harkleroad has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lovell swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Zaine Lovell is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lovell throws a head kick but Harkleroad moves out of range.
Harkleroad moves into the clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lovell wants to get back to striking at distance but Harkleroad won't allow it.
A frustrated look appears on Lovell's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Lovell is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Lovell's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Harkleroad slips a jab and a cross from Lovell.
Zaine Lovell is winning the standup battle so far.
Lovell shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Harkleroad defends it nicely.
A momentary lapse in concentration from Lovell enables Harkleroad to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Lovell manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Harkleroad trying to control but Lovell is working from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Lovell is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Harkleroad defends well.
Lovell is trying to control the position but Harkleroad postures up.
Harkleroad stays in close to Lovell's body and controls the position.
OK we're going to have a standup here. Chad Harkleroad hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.
Harkleroad drives through with a takedown into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lovell keeping full guard, as Harkleroad tries to pass.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Harkleroad is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Harkleroad's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Harkleroad stopping the sweep attempt from Lovell.
Lovell trying to keep a closed guard but Harkleroad is proving a slippery customer.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Harkleroad looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Lovell is fending him off so far but Harkleroad persists. Nope, Lovell circles away and we're back to standing.
Harkleroad shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Lovell napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Lovell is pushing Harkleroad's head away, looking to escape. Harkleroad manages to hold on to the position though.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lovell is looking for a sweep.
Harkleroad has control of an arm but Lovell manages to advance to Harkleroad's back!
Lovell will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Lovell throws strikes from the back but Harkleroad rolls nicely and manages to end up in full guard. Nice work by Harkleroad.
Lovell throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Harkleroad is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Harkleroad is trying to control the position from the bottom.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Lovell looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
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!
Lovell is pushing down on Harkleroad's leg trying to pass to half guard. Harkleroad is fighting to maintain full guard but Lovell has managed to sneak the leg through.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zaine Lovell clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Chad Harkleroad's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
Lovell throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Harkleroad tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Lovell is in Harkleroad's guard.
Harkleroad wants to sweep but no luck.
Lovell trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lovell throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Lovell looking to sit in guard and control but Harkleroad gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Harkleroad is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Harkleroad wants to control from the top but Lovell keeps moving.
Harkleroad sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Harkleroad is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
That's one minute gone in the round.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Lovell wants to stand and escape but Harkleroad is having none of it.
Lovell throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Lovell working for a triangle but Harkleroad defends it easily.
Lovell escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Harkleroad gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Harkleroad trying to control the position from guard on top but Lovell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lovell will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Chad Harkleroad.
Harkleroad looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Lovell looks to land a combination. Harkleroad sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Harkleroad shoots in and bounces Lovell off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Harkleroad wants to control from the top but Lovell keeps moving.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lovell is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Harkleroad throwing strikes from guard but Lovell blocks nicely.
Harkleroad avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Harkleroad trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lovell working a defensive guard here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Harkleroad controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Harkleroad shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Lovell as he jumps to the side.
Harkleroad fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Zaine Lovell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chad Harkleroad.
Lovell misses with a wild combination.
The crowd cheers as Lovell lands an impressive looking overhand right. Harkleroad doesn't seem phased though.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Harkleroad fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Lovell avoids it really well and circles away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Zaine Lovell will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Chad Harkleroad's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
Lovell swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lovell stuffs the takedown.
Lovell tries to clinch but Harkleroad moves out of range.
Lovell throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Harkleroad's head.
Lovell throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Harkleroad shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Lovell napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Harkleroad goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Lovell rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Harkleroad's guard! Nice work there by Lovell!
Lovell thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
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.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Harkleroad has a closed guard, preventing Lovell from standing up.
Harkleroad pulls Lovell in close to prevent any damage.
Lovell trying to control the position from guard on top but Harkleroad is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lovell passes Harkleroad's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Harkleroad slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Harkleroad lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Lovell!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lovell is trying to escape the mount.
Harkleroad takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Lovell working to try and regain half guard.
Harkleroad can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lovell is looking to escape.
Harkleroad postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Lovell looks a forlorn figure.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Harkleroad is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Lovell has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Lovell!
Harkleroad is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Lovell is working Harkleroad over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Lovell pushes down on Harkleroad's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Lovell seems to be looking for submissions.
Harkleroad gets back to full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Harkleroad is wriggling around but Lovell manages to pass to half guard.
Lovell content to control rather than advance.
Harkleroad has his hands clasped together around Lovell's back. He's all about the action.
Harkleroad wants to control but Lovell is keeping busy and won't allow it.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Harkleroad actively working from the bottom here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zaine Lovell showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Lovell has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 Skip Squint scores the fight 49:46
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 47:48
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Chad Harkleroad!
Chad Harkleroad is the new light heavyweight champion!
Chad Harkleroad made sure to mention his sponsor, Nature's Edge Nutrition in his post fight interview.
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