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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Cole Burns (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Crazy Horse Ground Fighter (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Ground Fighter has a pretty significant injury - he really shouldn't be fighting right now but he's a warrior and he's here none the less! Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
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BJJ White Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Cole Burns!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Crazy Horse Ground Fighter!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Daniel Cesar and Felipe Paraventi.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Burns shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Ground Fighter manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Ground Fighter looks gassed!
Ground Fighter keeping moving, preventing Burns from controlling successfully.
Ground Fighter is adopting a defensive guard.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Cole Burns.
Burns closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Burns seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ground Fighter does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Burns is working for a submission of some sort.
Ground Fighter is holding on to half guard well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Burns is looking to advance position but Ground Fighter won't allow it.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
The ref stands the fighters back up because Cole Burns just wasn't active enough.
Ground Fighter swinging wildly here.
Burns scores a takedown into full mount!
Ground Fighter is looking to get to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Burns wants to control the pace but Ground Fighter is squirming around nicely.
Burns is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Ground Fighter is surviving well by controlling Burns's body position as best he can.
Burns throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Ground Fighter can do anything to dispel that myth.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Burns with the ground and pound from mount.
Ground Fighter reaches up and holds on to Burns to control the position.
Ground Fighter is squirming around, avoiding Burns's attempts to control the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cole Burns dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Ground Fighter gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Ground Fighter has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Burns trying to control but Ground Fighter is working from the bottom.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
We're going to have a standup here because Cole Burns wasn't active enough for the referee's liking.
Burns displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Burns throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Ground Fighter.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Ground Fighter in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Burns drives through with a takedown into Ground Fighter's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Ground Fighter pulls Burns in close to prevent any damage.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Burns throws a strike but Ground Fighter rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Burns controls Ground Fighter momentarily but Ground Fighter frees himself.
Burns keeping full guard, as Ground Fighter tries to pass.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The ref stands the fighters back up because Cole Burns just wasn't active enough.
Burns plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Burns shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Ground Fighter is trying to maintain the position but Burns is very close to passing his half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Burns wants to pass to mount but Ground Fighter is defending the position.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cole Burns has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Burns scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cole Burns dominated that second round.
That's time! Burns's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
Burns closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Ground Fighter is rocked!
Burns turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Burns manages to end up in side control.
Ground Fighter is still in real trouble! Can Burns finish him?
Burns passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Ground Fighter!
Burns throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Ground Fighter because Burns loaded up on that one.
Burns can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ground Fighter is looking to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Burns throwing strikes here but Ground Fighter is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Burns throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Ground Fighter because Burns loaded up on that one.
Burns throws some wild stikes that Ground Fighter manages to avoid easily.
Burns throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Ground Fighter avoids a series of strikes thrown by Burns.
Ground Fighter wants to control but Burns is having none of it.
Burns cracks Ground Fighter with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Burns thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Burns tries to control but Ground Fighter wriggling away.
Burns looking to finish with strikes here!
Burns throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Burns throwing strikes here but Ground Fighter is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Ground Fighter holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Burns tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Cole Burns overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Burns throwing strikes here but Ground Fighter is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Burns lands a big shot there that rocks Ground Fighter but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Burns trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Burns lands a big elbow.
Ground Fighter is trying to escape the mount.
Burns goes for an armbar but Ground Fighter turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Ground Fighter.
Burns throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Burns working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ground Fighter doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ground Fighter manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Burns had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ground Fighter defends it easily.
Burns tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Burns is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Burns is trying to control the position but Ground Fighter postures up.
Ground Fighter stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Burns swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Burns has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ground Fighter can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Burns manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
Ground Fighter wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Burns.
Ground Fighter is desperately trying to improve his position but Burns has a good base and remains in mount.
Ground Fighter wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Burns.
Burns moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Ground Fighter has worked his arm free - good work by Ground Fighter!
Burns is looking to take a break and control but Ground Fighter is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Burns is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ground Fighter has escaped the position, nice work there.
Burns in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Burns looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Ground Fighter gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Burns looking to finish with strikes here!
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!
Burns lands a heavy elbow.
Burns is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Burns seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Ground Fighter is holding on tight.
Burns trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Burns thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Burns tries to control but Ground Fighter wriggling away.
Ground Fighter wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Burns.
Burns throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Burns throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Ground Fighter holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Burns tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Burns tries to stand up but he's trapped just for the moment.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Burns wants to take his opponent's back but Ground Fighter doesn't allow it.
Burns throwing strikes here but Ground Fighter is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Ground Fighter holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Burns tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Burns breaks from Ground Fighter's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Burns is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ground Fighter can do to turn this around?
Ground Fighter defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Burns.
Burns looking to ground and pound but Ground Fighter is blocking nicely.
Burns throws some wild stikes that Ground Fighter manages to avoid easily.
Ground Fighter is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Burns has taken his back.
Burns is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Ground Fighter knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Ground Fighter for a finish.
Burns is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Ground Fighter knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Ground Fighter for a finish.
Burns trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Burns scores with strikes from the back.
Ground Fighter defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Ground Fighter can't escape the position.
Ground Fighter looking very determined here, making life difficult for Burns.
Burns patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Burns misses with punches from the back.
Burns looking for the choke from the back.
Burns is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Burns looking for the choke but no joy.
Burns missing with strikes.
Burns is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Ground Fighter has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Burns is not going to allow Ground Fighter to sit and survive in this position.
Burns looking to break Ground Fighter's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Ground Fighter remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Burns will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Burns tries to get the hooks in deep but Ground Fighter pushed the leg off.
Burns thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent.
Ground Fighter prevents Burns from getting a body triangle.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Burns throwing wild punches that miss their target.
Burns loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Ground Fighter hold on?
Burns working for a choke but Ground Fighter is defending well.
Ground Fighter defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Burns's arms.
Burns trying to control.
Burns has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Ground Fighter tries to escape but Burns has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Burns lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Burns.
Burns keeps control of the position as Ground Fighter tries to break free.
Burns is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Ground Fighter is defending well though. Burns let's go of the attempt for now.
Burns misses with punches from the back.
Ground Fighter has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Burns.
Burns throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch.
Burns tries to keep control of the position but Ground Fighter is staying busy.
Ground Fighter turns into Burns and is now in his guard.
Burns is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Burns working a defensive guard here.
Burns working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ground Fighter doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ground Fighter manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Burns wants to get back to his feet but Ground Fighter is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Burns is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Burns is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ground Fighter is aware though and is defending well.
Ground Fighter wants to control from the top but Burns keeps moving.
Burns wants to stand but Ground Fighter is controlling the position.
Burns had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ground Fighter defends it easily.
Ground Fighter stopping the sweep attempt from Burns.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Burns throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Burns working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ground Fighter doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ground Fighter manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Burns is trying to control the position but Ground Fighter postures up.
Burns is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ground Fighter defends well.
Ground Fighter won't allow Burns to sweep him here.
Burns keeping moving, preventing Ground Fighter from controlling successfully.
Burns trying to keep a closed guard but Ground Fighter is proving a slippery customer.
Burns is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ground Fighter is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Burns looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ground Fighter is one step ahead there.
Burns is looking to stand up but Ground Fighter isn't so interested in that idea.
The ref stands the fighters back up because Cole Burns just wasn't active enough.
Ground Fighter gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Burns to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Ground Fighter avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Burns trying to control the position from guard on top but Ground Fighter is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burns is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Ground Fighter utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Burns advances to half guard.
Burns throwing shots but Ground Fighter is blocking nicely.
Burns is trying to control the action in half guard but Ground Fighter is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Burns wants to stand up but Ground Fighter is controlling the position.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Burns thows a huge punch but Ground Fighter dodges it nicely.
Burns is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ground Fighter has managed to free his arm - good work.
Ground Fighter tries to roll over but Burns keeps him under control.
Burns seems to be working for a kimura but Ground Fighter defends the submission attempt.
Crazy Horse Ground Fighter has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Cole Burns is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ground Fighter is staying active underneath Burns, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ground Fighter is trying to get back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cole Burns showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Burns has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 Luis Engracia scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 30:27
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cole Burns!
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