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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Reza Katebi (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Gab Showman (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). 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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165 lbs
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173 cm
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165 lbs
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Good takedowns
Solid boxing
Very quick |
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BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
Heavy handed |
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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 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Reza Katebi!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Gab Showman!
The judges for this bout are Patrick Alders, Daniel Blasius and Wagner Zegers.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Showman loads up on a big right hand but Katebi slips the punch.
Showman thows a left - swing and a miss!
Katebi closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Showman to the mat! Showman manages to get full guard.
Katebi 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.
Showman has an active guard here but Katebi has managed to pass into half guard.
Katebi performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Showman with the active half guard here but Katebi passes nicely into side control.
Katebi landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Katebi happy to just control the position for now.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Showman is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Showman seems a little lost for a moment, as Katebi dominates the positioning.
Katebi stands up and beckons Showman to his feet.
A combination from Showman does no damage.
Showman tries to sprawl but Katebi drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Katebi stalling.
Showman wants to stand back up but Katebi manages to pass into side control.
Katebi has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Katebi tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Showman really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Katebi. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Katebi moves to the back position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Katebi is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften Showman up.
Katebi is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Showman rolls, trying to escape but Katebi keeps control of the position.
Katebi has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for Showman! Can he survive? No! He's out! Katebi gets to his feet and celebrates with his cornermen. He looks absolutely delighted. In the post fight interviews he takes time to thank his parents and everyone who has believed in him from the start. How sweet.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Reza Katebi!
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energy
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hype
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pop
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mgr
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FIGHT
RATING
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