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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Grimlock Jones (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Orlando Bloom (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Jones's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Wu Tang Clan - Method Man. These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.
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BJJ Purple Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
23 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Grimlock Jones!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
14 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Orlando Bloom!
The judges for this bout are , and .
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jones moves into the clinch.
Bloom stalling against the cage.
Bloom lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Jones digs a right hand into Bloom's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Bloom's gas tank.
Bloom swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bloom swings wildly with an uppercut but Jones uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jones scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bloom lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloom.
Jones lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Jones is looking to take this one to the mat.
Bloom tries to land knees in the clinch but Jones avoids the damage to the body.
Jones prevents a body shot from Bloom.
Jones is working for takedown but Bloom is calmly controlling the position for now.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloom.
Bloom blocks an uppercut.
Bloom misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bloom landing knees to the head.
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!
Bloom tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Jones just stands there and leans against the cage.
Bloom manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Bloom trying to control the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bloom is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jones tries a body shot but Bloom blocks it.
Nice elbow from Bloom.
Bloom lands a nice shot to the body.
Good body shot from Jones.
A short left from Bloom.
The referee is keeping an eye on Bloom - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Jones tries a body shot but Bloom blocks it.
Jones tries a body shot but Bloom blocks it.
Bloom tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bloom tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Jones just stands there and leans against the cage.
Jones is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Grimlock Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bloom lands a nice knee to the body.
Bloom connects with a knee to the head.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short right from Jones.
Bloom using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Bloom throws an elbow that misses.
Bloom stalling in the clinch but Jones improves position.
Bloom blocking some punches.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Bloom just misses with a elbow thrown towards Jones's brow.
Nice body punch from Jones.
Bloom's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Jones stalling in the clinch but Bloom improves position.
Jones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jones throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Bloom blocks it with crossed arms.
Bloom scores with a nice hook to the head.
Jones lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bloom backwards.
Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Bloom tries to pull guard but Jones holds him up against the cage and eventually Bloom drops back down to his feet.
Still in the clinch, Bloom scores with a nice short uppercut.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bloom drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Jones fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Bloom lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Jones tries to work over Bloom's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jones working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Bloom landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Bloom gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Jones tries to work over Bloom's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bloom stalling in the clinch but Jones improves position.
Bloom jumps guard but Jones stands there with Bloom around his waist. Bloom gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Bloom jumps guard but Jones stands there with Bloom around his waist. Bloom gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Bloom swings wildly with an uppercut but Jones uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short left from Jones.
Jones lands with a short punch from the clinch.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jones lands a left hand.
Bloom lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Bloom is trying to trip Jones. He has hold of a leg but Jones is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Bloom persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bloom got a little sloppy there for a moment and Jones has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bloom has managed to get both his arms back between Jones's legs - danger averted.
Jones has his hands on Bloom's head, controlling the position.
Bloom wants to stand but Jones has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Jones can't keep his opponent in guard - Bloom advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Jones looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Orlando Bloom dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Jones has taken the fight to the clinch.
Jones throws a head punch that misses.
Jones misses with some punches.
Jones lands with a right to the head.
Jones lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Bloom is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Bloom has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Jones avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Bloom drags the fight down to the ground.
Jones landing some decent shots from guard.
Bloom seems keen to control Jones's posture.
Jones trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jones stopping the sweep attempt from Bloom.
Jones advances to half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bloom regains full guard. Nicely done.
Bloom not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Jones wants to control from the top but Bloom keeps moving.
Bloom has his feet on Jones's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Jones drives through and clinches with Bloom against the cage.
Bloom throws an elbow that misses.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Bloom.
Bloom works on Jones's body with a couple of short punches.
Bloom lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Jones backwards.
Jones turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Jones manages to end up in side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bloom manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Bloom prevents Jones from improving his position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jones is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Bloom's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Bloom's back!
Bloom has the hand control, trying to stop the rear naked choke.
Bloom trying to control the action but Jones just sinks the hooks in.
Watch the back of the head! Comes the shout from the referee towards Jones.
Bloom tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Bloom is working to get back to half guard.
Jones raining down hammerfists from mount.
Bloom is desperately trying to improve his position but Jones has a good base and remains in mount.
BOOM! Jones connects with a massive shot to the dome!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jones looking to finish Bloom with some ground and pound. This is bad for Bloom!
Jones raining down hammerfists from mount.
Bloom is in all sorts of trouble here.
Bloom is breathing heavily.
Bloom is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Jones goes for an armbar but Bloom turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Bloom.
Jones looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Orlando Bloom has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bloom trying to stand up but can't free himself from Jones's guard.
Jones 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.
Bloom throws a big right hand that misses.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jones is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Bloom is looking to stand up but Jones won't let him.
Jones is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bloom defends well.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Jones is on top in guard.
Jones controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Bloom is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bloom is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Jones is controlling him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Grimlock Jones dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
Jones moves out of range of the body kick from Bloom.
Jones avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Bloom has Jones up against the cage in a clinch.
Bloom has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Jones is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Jones misses with the head strike.
Bloom misses with some punches.
Bloom creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Jones lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Orlando Bloom seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Jones tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Bloom controls the action.
Bloom swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bloom with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Jones tries to work over Bloom's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bloom displaying some good clinch control by pressing Jones up against the cage.
Bloom using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Jones has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bloom with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Bloom takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bloom goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bloom scores with a shoulder strike.
With the fighters up against the cage, Jones throws an elbow but misses.
Jones stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A body shot lands from Jones.
A nice left hand lands by Jones.
Bloom goes for a takedown attempt but Jones pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Jones misses with a body shot.
Jones lands with a good body shot.
Grimlock Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones takes a swing at Bloom's ribcage but misses.
Bloom takes the fight into the clinch.
Bloom misses with a hook to the ribs.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bloom has a couple of punches blocked by Jones.
Jones trying to land knees to the body.
Bloom fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bloom is pressed up against the cage. Jones has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Bloom down to the mat. Bloom avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That kick from Jones tenderised Bloom's leg. Bloom is trying to keep his angry face on.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jones fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Jones scores with a kick to the body.
Jones lands a head kick. Bloom smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Bloom moves into the clinch.
Bloom lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Jones is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Jones is leaning against Bloom and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Bloom prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Grimlock Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bloom tries to pull guard but Jones won't allow it.
Jones lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jones.
Bloom throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bloom tries to pull guard but Jones holds him up against the cage and eventually Bloom drops back down to his feet.
Jones lands a left hand.
Bloom pushes off an throws an elbow but Jones leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bloom.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Jones blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Jones cracks Bloom with a nice body shot.
Jones's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Bloom lands a shoulder strike.
Bloom jumps guard but Jones stands there with Bloom around his waist. Bloom gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Jones scores with a nice short uppercut.
Jones lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Bloom has a couple of punches blocked by Jones.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Jones.
Jones effectively controlling the action here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jones.
Bloom tries to land a knee to the head but Jones blocks with his arms.
Bloom misses with the head strike.
Bloom is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Jones to keep the fight standing.
Jones goes for a takedown attempt but Bloom pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jones scores with a nice right hand.
Orlando Bloom is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jones swings for the body but Bloom moves out of range.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bloom rushes Jones and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Jones has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Bloom clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Jones misses with punches from the back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Grimlock Jones showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Jones 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 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Andi Peters scores the fight 29:28
Judge Gordon Ramsey scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Skinner scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Grimlock Jones!
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