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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Quintus Daedalus (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ja Masterson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Daedalus comes to the cage accompanied by Spartacus Soundtrack. Masterson has chosen Hyena -by- Rancid as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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189 cm
25
247 lbs
12 - 2 - 0 |
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195 cm
30
255 lbs
8 - 8 - 0 |
Good wrestling
Solid boxing
Granite chin |
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Good wrestler
Excellent MT
Powerful |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the heavyweight championship of the world! Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner. With a record of
12 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Quintus Daedalus! And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of
8 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Ja Masterson! The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, and Timothy Bukovac.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Masterson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Masterson throws a right hand that Daedalus ducks under and follows up with a left that Daedalus also avoids with ease. Masterson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
It looks like Quintus Daedalus has been cut. Daedalus jabs Masterson right on the nose. Masterson blinks but takes it well. Daedalus fails with an attempt to clinch.
Daedalus has taken the fight to the clinch.
Daedalus fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Masterson. Masterson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Masterson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Daedalus cracks Masterson with a good jab. A right-left combo lands from Masterson. Masterson closes the distance and clinches. Daedalus avoids a wild elbow strike from Masterson. Masterson missing with knees to the body.
Daedalus gets through Masterson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Nice body punch from Masterson. Masterson tries for a takedown. No joy.
Daedalus is trying to drag Masterson to the mat but Masterson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Daedalus blocks a body shot from Masterson. Masterson tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
That's one minute gone in the round. Masterson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Daedalus taking a breather. Masterson lands a shot to the body. A hook to the body from Daedalus.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Daedalus. Masterson misses with a knee to the head. Masterson tries to break free but Daedalus pushes him back against the cage. Daedalus wants to stall.
Masterson working some nice short punches in the clinch. Masterson cracks Daedalus with a nice body shot. This has been an exciting period of action! Daedalus lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Daedalus stalls. Daedalus lands a right hand that snaps the head of Masterson backwards. Masterson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Daedalus is defending well for now. Masterson presses Daedalus against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Masterson lands a left hand.
Daedalus swings wildly with an uppercut but Masterson uses good head movement to avoid it. A quick uppercut on the inside from Daedalus. Masterson missing with knees to the body.
Daedalus managing to block the knees to the body from Masterson.
Masterson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Daedalus pulls him back up using the underhooks. Daedalus gets underhooks to prevent Masterson's takedown attempt.
Quintus Daedalus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ja Masterson. Masterson avoids a wild elbow strike from Daedalus. Daedalus is defending well against a takedown attempt. Daedalus throws a head punch that misses. Masterson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Daedalus backwards. Daedalus tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Daedalus. Daedalus lands with a light punch inside. Daedalus blocks an elbow strike from Masterson.
Daedalus makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Daedalus managing to block the knees to the body from Masterson.
Masterson wants a takedown.
Daedalus takes a shot to the head.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Daedalus tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Daedalus lands a left hand that snaps the head of Masterson backwards. Daedalus lands a left hand that snaps the head of Masterson backwards. Daedalus lands a left hand.
Masterson gets underhooks to prevent Daedalus's takedown attempt.
Masterson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Daedalus's elbow. Masterson blocks an uppercut.
Masterson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Daedalus is working for takedown but Masterson is calmly controlling the position for now. Masterson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Daedalus is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Masterson avoids a wild elbow strike from Daedalus. Daedalus on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Daedalus struggles to land a body shot inside as Masterson controls his hands.
Daedalus looking to stall.
Masterson blocks an elbow strike. Daedalus blocks a body shot from Masterson. Masterson lands a good knee to the midsection. Daedalus won't want to take too many of those. 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! Daedalus stalling.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Masterson prevents a takedown attempt there.
A shot in the inside from Daedalus. Daedalus blocks the elbow strike.
Daedalus tries to work over Masterson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Daedalus tries to stall but Masterson uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Daedalus tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Masterson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Daedalus is defending well. With the two fighters working up against the cage, Masterson just misses with a elbow thrown towards Daedalus's brow. Daedalus avoids the elbow strike from Masterson, against the cage.
Daedalus is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Masterson is keeping busy. Daedalus misses with a punch on the inside.
Daedalus avoiding damage as Masterson throws knees to the body.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action! Masterson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Daedalus backwards. A knee to the head by Masterson.
Daedalus works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Daedalus scores with an uppercut up the middle. Daedalus misses with the head strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ja Masterson dominated that round. The cut man is working on Quintus Daedalus's cut. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Masterson is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Daedalus throws a lazy right hand but Masterson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Masterson throws a leg kick but Daedalus sees it coming and moves out of range. Masterson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Masterson misses with the head strike.
Knees to the body from Masterson.
Daedalus drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Masterson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice left hand lands by Daedalus.
Daedalus softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Daedalus lands with a light punch inside. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Masterson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Daedalus backwards. Daedalus lands on the inside with an uppercut. Masterson pushes off an throws an elbow but Daedalus leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage. Daedalus pushes Masterson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Masterson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Stalling in the clinch from Daedalus.
Masterson creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
That's one minute gone in the round. Masterson lands a knee to the body.
Daedalus misses with a hook to the ribs.
Masterson trying to land knees to the body.
Masterson scores a nice knee to the body.
Daedalus lands a right hand that snaps the head of Masterson backwards. Daedalus tries for a takedown but Masterson manages to get underhooks.
Masterson blocks an uppercut.
Masterson lands a knee to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Masterson. Masterson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Daedalus misses with an uppercut. Daedalus slips a jab from Masterson. Daedalus moves into the clinch. Masterson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Daedalus fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Daedalus throws a jab when Masterson was well out of range. Daedalus checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
That's two minutes gone in the round. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Masterson takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Daedalus fails with an attempt to clinch.
Masterson cracks the inside of Daedalus's front leg. Masterson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Daedalus circles away quickly and effectively. Good standup being displayed there by Masterson as he connects with a hook. Daedalus throws a jab but it's blocked by Masterson. Daedalus moves into the clinch. Masterson is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Daedalus can't fight it off and eventually Masterson manages to take the fight to the floor. Daedalus looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet. Daedalus manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
Daedalus trying to control but Masterson is having none of it. Daedalus throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Masterson because Daedalus loaded up on that one.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Daedalus tries to control but Masterson wriggling away. Masterson sneaks a leg under to get to half guard. Masterson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Daedalus wants to pass the guard but Masterson is keeping the position. Masterson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Daedalus's guard. Masterson 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. Masterson won't allow Daedalus to sweep him here.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Daedalus looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Daedalus working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Masterson. Daedalus has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Masterson has passed into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Masterson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Daedalus keeps working. Masterson cracks Daedalus with a big right hand but Daedalus just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Daedalus is not content to let Masterson control the position. Masterson working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action! Masterson creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Daedalus sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ja Masterson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Quintus Daedalus's cut. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
Daedalus tries to move into range but Masterson moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Masterson looks for the body kick but Daedalus saw that one coming. Daedalus shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Masterson defends it nicely. Masterson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Daedalus wants to clinch. Masterson just misses with a punch to the body.
Daedalus tries to clinch but Masterson moves out of range. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Daedalus, as that shot connected.
Masterson lands a jab to Daedalus's midsection. Ja Masterson seems to be getting the better of the standup. Masterson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Masterson jabs Daedalus to the body, keeping him at a distance. Masterson lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. 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! Daedalus moves in looking to clinch but Masterson pushes him off. Masterson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Daedalus, pushing him back against the cage.
That's one minute gone in the round. Daedalus has Masterson pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Daedalus pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Masterson tumbling to the mat - Daedalus dives into Masterson's guard. Daedalus advances to half guard. Masterson won't allow Daedalus to pass to mount. Masterson tries to get to full guard but Daedalus has control of the leg. Daedalus is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Masterson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Daedalus pulls his head out easily.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Daedalus is working for a submission of some sort.
Masterson moves into full guard.
Daedalus trying to control the position from guard on top but Masterson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Daedalus stands and throws Masterson's legs to the side, diving into side control.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Masterson struggling a bit here. Masterson is trying to improve his position. Daedalus tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Daedalus wants to control for a moment but Masterson uses the opportunity to move back to half guard. Masterson gets back to full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Daedalus accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Daedalus trying to control but Masterson is working from the bottom. Masterson keeping full guard, as Daedalus tries to pass. Masterson is adopting a defensive guard. As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Daedalus looking to pass the guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Ja Masterson just about did enough to take it. The cut man is working on Quintus Daedalus's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Nice takedown defense from Masterson. No joy for Daedalus on that attempt. Masterson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Daedalus, pushing him back against the cage. Masterson putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Daedalus in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Daedalus taking a breather. A head punch on the inside from Daedalus fails to land. Daedalus lands a body punch in the clinch. Masterson throws a head punch that misses. Daedalus blocks a body shot from Masterson. Masterson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Masterson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Daedalus lands with a short head shot on the inside. Daedalus tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Masterson's elbow. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Masterson lands a knee to the body.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over. Daedalus doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Daedalus lands an uppercut. Masterson is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Masterson throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Masterson tries to throw a body punch but Daedalus avoids it by throwing Masterson back against the cage.
That's one minute gone in the round. A left hand lands to the body for Masterson.
Masterson lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Daedalus or not. Masterson tries to work over Daedalus's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Daedalus misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Masterson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Masterson blocking some punches.
Masterson tries to land knees in the clinch but Daedalus avoids the damage to the body. Masterson blocks a body shot from Daedalus. Daedalus stalling in the clinch but Masterson improves position. Masterson gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Masterson stands and steps away. Daedalus gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. Daedalus blocks a head kick by Masterson.
Daedalus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Masterson misses with an uppercut. Daedalus saw that one coming. Masterson clinches up against the cage. A short body shot lands from Masterson as the two fighters clinch.
Daedalus lands a right hand.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Masterson missing with knees to the body.
Masterson throws a head punch that misses. Daedalus wants a takedown.
Daedalus holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Daedalus throws a punch but it's blocked by Masterson. Masterson misses with a punch to the body.
Daedalus has Masterson pressed against the cage, preventing Masterson from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Ja Masterson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Masterson has Daedalus pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Daedalus manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. Masterson misses with an elbow over the top. Masterson lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. Daedalus gets underhooks to prevent Masterson's takedown attempt.
Masterson tries to work over Daedalus's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Daedalus blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. A frustrated look appears on Masterson's face as he tries to break the clinch. Masterson can't find room to land a body shot as Daedalus controls the action.
Daedalus makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Masterson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
That's three minutes gone in the round. A head punch on the inside from Daedalus fails to land. Daedalus lands a right hand. Masterson missing with knees to the body.
Masterson tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Daedalus lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Daedalus taking a breather. Masterson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Daedalus gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Quintus Daedalus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ja Masterson. Daedalus tries to work over Masterson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Masterson using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Daedalus. Daedalus scores with a hook to the body. Daedalus tightens his grip and picks Masterson up, before dumping him to the ground. Masterson manages to land in guard. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Masterson keeping full guard, as Daedalus tries to pass. Daedalus thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Masterson tries to land a sweep but no joy. Daedalus forces his way into half guard. Daedalus is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Masterson is trying to maintain the position but Daedalus is very close to passing his half guard. The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action! Masterson is staying active underneath Daedalus, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Masterson is trying to stand up here but Daedalus is controlling him well. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Ja Masterson will probably get the nod - 10:9. The cut man is working on Quintus Daedalus's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
Nice uppercut there from Daedalus. Daedalus fails with an attempt to clinch.
Masterson lands a head shot. Masterson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Masterson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Daedalus backwards. Masterson lands with a light punch inside. Daedalus lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Daedalus tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Masterson wants a takedown but no success here.
Masterson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Masterson is looking to break free of the clinch but Daedalus has double underhooks. Masterson tries to score a body lock takedown but Daedalus shows good agility there to stay on his feet. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Masterson softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Masterson pushes Daedalus back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Masterson throws a head punch that misses. Masterson misses with a hook from the clinch. Daedalus lands a left hand that snaps the head of Masterson backwards. Masterson is trying to break the clinch but Daedalus has him pressed against the cage. Masterson prevents a body shot from Daedalus.
That's one minute gone in the round. Daedalus lands a right hand. Still in the clinch, Daedalus scores with a nice short uppercut. A body shot lands from Masterson.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Masterson as Daedalus tries to tie him up. Masterson tries a knee to the head but Daedalus blocks it.
Masterson is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell? Daedalus has a couple of punches blocked by Masterson.
Daedalus looking to slow down the pace here. Masterson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Masterson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Daedalus prevents a body shot from Masterson. Masterson misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Daedalus.
Daedalus blocks an elbow strike from Masterson.
Masterson wants to get back to striking at distance but Daedalus won't allow it.
Masterson misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Daedalus.
Daedalus lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Daedalus scores with an uppercut up the middle.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Masterson looking to throw knees to the head but Daedalus is blocking nicely.
Daedalus presses Masterson against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Daedalus lands with a short head shot on the inside. Daedalus lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Masterson or not. Daedalus digs a right hand into Masterson's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Masterson's gas tank. Daedalus lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Daedalus scores with a shot to the side of Masterson's head. Daedalus doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Daedalus. Daedalus working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Daedalus stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Daedalus. Daedalus lands on the inside with an uppercut. A quick uppercut on the inside from Daedalus. Masterson missing with knees to the body.
Daedalus misses with a body punch.
Daedalus misses with a punch on the inside.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Daedalus throws a head punch that misses. Daedalus lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Masterson backwards. Daedalus has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Masterson uses from the top position. Masterson stopping the sweep attempt from Daedalus. Daedalus keeping full guard, as Masterson tries to pass. Masterson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Masterson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Daedalus is trying to control the position but Masterson postures up. Quintus Daedalus overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Daedalus is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Masterson is looking to work some ground and pound but Daedalus has wrist control. Daedalus tries to land a sweep but no joy. Daedalus is working hard here to advance position.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Masterson slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Masterson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Masterson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Daedalus gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. Quintus Daedalus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! The fighters are battling for position here. Daedalus manages to regain full guard. Nice work. Masterson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Masterson won't allow Daedalus to sweep him here. Masterson 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. Both fighters really going for it on the ground here! The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action! Masterson trying to control the position from guard on top but Daedalus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that's the end of the fight! Quintus Daedalus showed his dominance in that final round. I think Masterson has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 47:48 Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 46:49 Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ja Masterson! Ja Masterson is the new heavyweight champion! As Ja Masterson got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: Yaa that's right i'm the new champion. I just have this thing inside me that wants to eat and conquer. Maybe it's egotistical, but I have it in me. I don't just want to be a champion. I just want to conquer people and their souls.'.
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