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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Ivan Stinkbomb (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Donato Russo (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Stinkbomb comes to the cage accompanied by New Noise. Ivan Stinkbomb had real problems making weight for this fight. After initially coming in at 157.1lbs, he had two hours to make the official fight weight. He made it but it will have taken a lot out of him to cut those extra few pounds. I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!
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180 cm
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160 lbs
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172 cm
19
163 lbs
0 - 2 - 0 |
BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Cuts easily |
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BJJ Blue Belt
Counter striker
Granite chin |
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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
0 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Ivan Stinkbomb! And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of
0 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Donato Russo! The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, William Peck and Steve Smith.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Stinkbomb tries to clinch but Russo moves out of range. Stinkbomb looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this! Ouch! a nice leg kick from Russo, right into the meat.
Stinkbomb throws a leg kick and Russo counters with a body kick that stops Stinkbomb in his tracks momentarily. Russo fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Stinkbomb sprawls well initially but Russo persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Russo throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Russo seems to be looking for submissions.
Stinkbomb is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Russo's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Russo's back! Stinkbomb has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. Russo rolls, trying to escape but Stinkbomb keeps control of the position.
Russo grimaces as he takes a shot to the body.
It looks like Donato Russo has been cut. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Russo manages to scramble and ends up in full guard, under a barage of strikes . Great composure from Russo. Russo working for a triangle but Stinkbomb defends it easily.
Russo trying to control the position here.
That's one minute gone in the round. Stinkbomb tries to free his leg and advance position but Russo is retaining full guard. Russo working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Stinkbomb doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Stinkbomb manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Stinkbomb preventing the sweep. Russo is persisting with the attempt to improve his position. Russo managing to control the position. Stinkbomb tries to free his leg and advance position but Russo is retaining full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Russo keeping moving, preventing Stinkbomb from controlling successfully. Russo working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Stinkbomb doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Stinkbomb manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Stinkbomb trying to control but Russo is working from the bottom. Stinkbomb throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Russo wants to sweep here but Stinkbomb controlling him for the moment. Russo throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Stinkbomb trying to control the position from guard on top but Russo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Russo trying to control the position.
Russo keeping moving, preventing Stinkbomb from controlling successfully.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Ivan Stinkbomb. Stinkbomb throws a lazy uppercut
and Russo counters with a good low kick that Stinkbomb was not able to check.
That's four 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. Russo misses with an attempted mid kick.
Russo throws a wild body kick that Stinkbomb sees coming a mile off. Stinkbomb misses with a takedown and Russo counters with a nice double leg into side control. Stinkbomb won't be happy with that. Russo scores with punches from side control. Stinkbomb is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Russo is controlling him well. Russo is looking to take a break and control but Stinkbomb is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Stinkbomb is looking for a sweep. Stinkbomb struggling a bit here. Russo is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Stinkbomb is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end. Russo tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Donato Russo dominated that round. The cut man is working on Donato Russo's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Russo, right into the meat.
Stinkbomb throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Russo's waist but Stinkbomb gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Stinkbomb off to one side. A solid leg kick lands there for Russo.
Stinkbomb moves out of range of the body kick from Russo.
Stinkbomb closes the distance but Russo moves to the side and Russo counters with a nice body kick.
Russo lands with a kick to the ribs.
Russo looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Stinkbomb misses with a takedown and Russo counters with a left and a right that stings Stinkbomb. Russo drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Stinkbomb is looking for a triangle but Russo pushes his legs off easily.
Russo connects with a couple of short punches. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Russo thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
That's one minute gone in the round. Stinkbomb not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Russo wanted to stand there but Stinkbomb had control of the position. Donato Russo has got the better of the ground game so far. Russo is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first. Stinkbomb keeping full guard, as Russo tries to pass. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Stinkbomb is on top in guard.
Russo preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Stinkbomb working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Stinkbomb lands a couple of decent looking shots. Stinkbomb sitting in guard here, content to control. Russo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's two minutes gone in the round. My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Stinkbomb passes Russo's right leg, so he's now in half guard. Russo misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Stinkbomb with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. Russo wants to control but Stinkbomb is keeping busy and won't allow it. Russo looking for submissions off his back.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Stinkbomb drops an elbow to the side of Russo's head. Stinkbomb wants to control but Russo is keeping him busy. Russo is looking to sinch up a gullotine here but Stinkbomb pulls his head out easily. Russo tries to get to full guard but Stinkbomb has control of the leg. Russo actively working from the bottom here. Russo gets back to full guard.
Russo controls Stinkbomb momentarily but Stinkbomb frees himself. Stinkbomb stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Russo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round. The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Russo looking for a guillotine here but Stinkbomb defends easily.
Stinkbomb controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Russo working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Stinkbomb doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Stinkbomb manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Stinkbomb is posturing up here but Russo has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Stinkbomb tries to roll out but it's too tight and Stinkbomb has to tap! Slick submission there by Russo!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Donato Russo!
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energy
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hype
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pop
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mgr
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RATING
41% |
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