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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Luke Woods (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Alberto Diagana (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Diagana is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Judas Priest - Painkiller. 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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144 lbs
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BJJ Brown Belt
Solid boxing
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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
3 - 3 - 0, fighting out of London, Luke Woods!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
12 - 17 - 0, fighting out of London, Alberto Diagana!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, Richard Clark and James Glass.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Woods shoots in for a takedown but Diagana shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Woods changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Woods avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Diagana wants to clinch.
Woods shoots in for a takedown but Diagana shows good takedown defense.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Woods.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Luke Woods. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Diagana pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Diagana is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Woods swats away the attempt to clinch by Diagana.
Woods looks to land a right hand but Diagana moved out of range.
Woods looks for a takedown but Diagana sprawls well.
The fight stays on the outside here - Diagana looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Woods keeps the fight on the outside.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Woods connects with a jab.
Diagana tries to clinch but Woods moves out of range.
Diagana doesn't manage to clinch there - Woods circles away.
Woods tries to keep at a distance but Diagana has taken the fight into the clinch.
Woods is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Diagana is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Woods goes for a takedown in the clinch but Diagana prevents it.
Diagana lands an elbow inside that Woods shrugs off.
Diagana taking a breather.
Woods is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Diagana pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Woods is looking for a takedown.
Diagana gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Woods.
Diagana prevents a takedown attempt there.
Woods is breathing heavily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Woods has Diagana pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Diagana manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Woods tries for a takedown. No joy.
Diagana has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Woods regains guard immediately.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Diagana sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Diagana stands and steps away. Woods gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Woods fails with the takedown.
Diagana clinches with his opponent.
Diagana has Woods pushed against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Diagana.
Diagana manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Diagana gets through Woods's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Diagana is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Diagana scores with a knee to the head.
Woods is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Diagana gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Diagana unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Diagana manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Diagana has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Woods off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Woods shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Diagana counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Diagana.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Woods is working an open guard so Diagana takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Alberto Diagana seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Diagana tries to close the distance and clinch up but Woods swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Woods shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Diagana as he jumps to the side.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Diagana gets a trip takedown into half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Woods has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Diagana is working away from the top position though.
It looks like Diagana is going to stand back up.
Diagana is keen to just control but Woods is a slippery customer.
Woods looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Woods trying to hold on to Diagana's head to control him but Diagana postures up.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Diagana throwing shots but Woods is blocking nicely.
Diagana wants to free his trapped foot but Woods is holding on for dear life with his legs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alberto Diagana dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Woods.
Woods is trying hard to land a takedown here. Diagana sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Diagana moves into the clinch successfully.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Diagana obliges.
Diagana has clasped his hands together around Woods's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Diagana working the ground and pound.
Diagana has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Diagana tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Woods fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Diagana avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Luke Woods. That's going to take a lot out of him.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A slapping body kick lands there for Diagana.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Diagana wants to clinch up but Woods keeps it at a distance.
Diagana closes the distance and clinches.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Diagana lands a takedown into guard.
Diagana trying to control the position from guard on top but Woods is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Diagana scoring with punches to the head and body.
Diagana stands up and waves to Woods to follow him.
Diagana moves in looking to clinch but Woods pushes him off.
Alberto Diagana is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Woods tries to keep at a distance but Diagana has taken the fight into the clinch.
A bit of stalling here from Diagana.
Woods changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Diagana fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Woods keeps the fight on the outside.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Woods takes a head kick and keeps coming.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Diagana forces Woods back against the cage and clinches.
Woods takes a knee to the side of the body.
Woods is looking for a takedown.
Diagana is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Diagana connects with a nasty looking knee right to Woods's face.
Diagana landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Diagana slows down the pace here.
Diagana using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Diagana has Woods pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Diagana pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Woods tumbling to the mat - Diagana dives into Woods's guard.
Diagana wants to pass the guard but Woods is keeping the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Woods is looking for a triangle but Diagana pushes his legs off easily.
Woods working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Diagana doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Diagana manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Woods looking to hit a scissor sweep but Diagana is one step ahead there.
Diagana got a little sloppy there for a moment and Woods has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Diagana has managed to get both his arms back between Woods's legs - danger averted.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Diagana drops back looking for a leg! Woods is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Woods manages to kick Diagana off! Diagana jumps back into Woods's guard.
Diagana wanted to stand there but Woods had control of the position.
Diagana gets to his feet - Woods follows without any prompting.
Diagana tries to clinch but Woods is having none of it.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Woods is defended easily by Diagana.
Alberto Diagana seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Diagana clinches up with Woods and pushes him back against the cage.
Diagana'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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alberto Diagana showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
Woods tries to sprawl but Diagana drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Woods makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Woods.
Diagana postures up in Woods's guard and throws a big left but Woods blocks it.
Diagana tries to free his leg and advance position but Woods is retaining full guard.
Woods looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Woods throws his legs up looking for a submission but Diagana uses it to pass to side control.
Diagana wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Woods, who protects the arm well.
Woods trying to remain calm as Diagana controls from the top position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Diagana decides to stand back up.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Diagana moves into range and clinches up with Woods.
A short uppercut from Diagana.
Diagana jumps guard and drags Woods to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Diagana had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Woods defends it easily.
Diagana kicks Woods off and gets to his feet.
Woods looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Diagana is fending him off so far but Woods persists. Nope, Diagana circles away and we're back to standing.
Diagana moves into the clinch.
Diagana landing knees to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Diagana gets underhooks to prevent Woods's takedown attempt.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Woods takes an elbow to the temple.
Diagana is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Diagana landing knees to the head.
Diagana is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Woods can't fight it off and eventually Diagana manages to take the fight to the floor. Woods looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Woods is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Woods is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Alberto Diagana has got the better of the ground game so far.
Diagana controlling from the top position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Diagana has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Woods is proving hard to escape from.
Woods looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Diagana passes into side control.
Alberto Diagana is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Diagana has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Diagana stands up.
Diagana tries to clinch there but Woods circles away.
Nice sprawl there from Diagana as Woods shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Luke Woods. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Woods gets caught flat footed, as Diagana shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Diagana is stalling in the full guard.
Woods has an active guard here but Diagana has managed to pass into half guard.
Diagana decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Luke Woods has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Diagana clinches.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Diagana lands a nice knee to the body.
Woods is trying to drag Diagana to the mat but Diagana just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Diagana lands a good knee to the midsection. Woods won't want to take too many of those.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alberto Diagana comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Diagana has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Paul Tew scores the fight for Alberto Diagana!
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight for Alberto Diagana!
Judge James Glass scores the fight for Alberto Diagana!
Alberto Diagana wins by unanimous decision!
An out of breath and clearly excited Alberto Diagana thanked Fossington & Blythe: Gentlemen's Fight Attire for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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