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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Brad Bennett (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Gregory Jules (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Bennett comes to the cage accompanied by Shipping Up to Boston. Both fighters really staring each other down here, as Gregory Jules enters the cage!
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Good wrestling
Excellent boxer
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BJJ Purple Belt
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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
8 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Brad Bennett!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
18 - 10 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Gregory Jules!
The judges for this bout are Donatello Bradman, Bruno Hogan and Skip Squint.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bennett fails with the takedown.
Jules tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bennett avoids the head kick by Jules.
Jules tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jules lands with a slapping head kick.
It looks like Brad Bennett has been cut.
Jules tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bennett swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jules throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jules misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bennett throws a hook but Jules blocks it.
Bennett throws the left hand but Jules avoids the punch easily.
Jules misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jules tries to sprawl but Bennett drives through with a takedown into half guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Bennett drops an elbow to the side of Jules's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bennett winds up and cracks Jules with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bennett trying to control from half guard but Jules is working away.
Jules wants to improve his position but Bennett is controlling well.
Jules trying to control from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jules is not content to let Bennett control the position.
Jules wants to control but Bennett is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Jules misses with a head kick.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Bennett.
Bennett shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Jules but Jules pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brad Bennett. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jules leaves Bennett with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Jules misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jules with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Bennett avoids the head kick by Jules.
Bennett closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Jules's guard.
Jules looking for a guillotine here but Bennett defends easily.
Bennett sitting in guard here, content to control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bennett is in close to Jules's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Jules has his foot on Bennett's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bennett works his way back into a safe position though.
Bennett cracks Jules with a solid left hand.
Bennett lands a couple of elbows.
Bennett works over Jules with some ground and pound from guard.
Jules avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Bennett with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Bennett landing with the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bennett accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bennett postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Bennett wants to control from the top but Jules keeps moving.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jules is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bennett is aware though and is defending well.
Bennett trying to control the position from guard on top but Jules is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bennett trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Jules is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Jules is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Bennett postures up and lands a big shot to Jules's brow.
Bennett looking to pass the guard.
Bennett wants to control from the top but Jules keeps moving.
Jules working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bennett doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bennett manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jules working for submissions but it's allowed Bennett to get to half guard.
Jules is trying to stand.
Jules taking some punishment here, with Bennett in his half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jules wants to control but Bennett is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Bennett is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Jules on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Bennett connects with a nice short shot to Jules's temple.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Jules regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Bennett.
Jules keeping moving, preventing Bennett from controlling successfully.
Bennett throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Jules works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brad Bennett dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Brad Bennett's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Bennett throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Brad Bennett is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bennett shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Jules is trying to defend but Bennett finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Jules wants to get back to full guard.
Bennett not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jules is looking to improve his position.
Jules looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Brad Bennett overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bennett seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Jules does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Jules wants to get back to his feet.
Bennett lands strikes from half guard.
Bennett slips a nice elbow through Jules's hands, connecting with Jules's forehead.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jules is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bennett pulls his head out easily.
Bennett thows a huge punch but Jules dodges it nicely.
Bennett perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Jules keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Bennett slips a nice elbow through Jules's hands, connecting with Jules's forehead.
Bennett is taking a breather. Jules says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Jules is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bennett pulls his head out easily.
Bennett wants to take a breather but Jules is having none of it.
Jules is looking for a sweep. Bennett is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jules works his way to full guard. Good work.
Bennett is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Jules keeping moving, preventing Bennett from controlling successfully.
Bennett lands a couple of decent looking shots.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bennett trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Bennett trying to control but Jules is working from the bottom.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jules has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bennett can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Jules manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bennett manages to get himself to full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Bennett is on top in guard.
Jules is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Bennett lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Bennett is looking to work some ground and pound but Jules has wrist control.
Bennett throws a big right hand that misses.
Bennett controlling from the top position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jules working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bennett doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bennett manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Bennett got a little sloppy there for a moment and Jules has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bennett has managed to get both his arms back between Jules's legs - danger averted.
Jules escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bennett gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Jules working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bennett.
Jules looking for a sweep. Not yet Jules, not yet.
Jules avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Bennett in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bennett wants to control from the top but Jules keeps moving.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bennett with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jules looking for a guillotine here but Bennett defends easily.
Jules wants to stand but Bennett is controlling the position.
Bennett trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bennett trying to control but Jules is working from the bottom.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Jules is trying to control the position but Bennett postures up.
Bennett distracts Jules with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brad Bennett dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Brad Bennett's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
Jules is looking to clinch.
Gregory Jules seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jules darts in and clinches Bennett up against the cage.
Bennett changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Jules fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Jules steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bennett.
Jules takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bennett shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Jules sprawls well. Jules wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bennett gets slowly back to his feet.
Bennett blocks a head kick by Jules.
Bennett shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brad Bennett. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A head kick misses from Jules.
Jules throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Bennett's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bennett throws out a loose jab but Jules uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jules looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Jules takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Bennett scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jules trying to control from the bottom.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Bennett lands a nice short elbow.
Jules moves into full guard.
Jules is trying to keep Bennett in close.
Jules is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Bennett is looking to work some ground and pound but Jules has wrist control.
Jules wants to get back to his feet but Bennett is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Bennett distracts Jules with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Bennett lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Bennett working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Jules's head.
Bennett working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jules has momentary wrist control but Bennett slips an elbow through the middle.
Jules trying to control the position.
Bennett with a nice head shot there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jules avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Jules is looking for a triangle but Bennett pushes his legs off easily.
Bennett trying to control but Jules is working from the bottom.
Bennett is looking to advance position but Jules has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
Jules avoids the attempt from Bennett to control.
Bennett is looking to get to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jules jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Bennett is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Bennett and Jules has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Bennett is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Jules taking a breather here.
Jules stands up.
Jules steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bennett.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bennett shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Jules as he avoids it easily.
Bennett takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A jab from Bennett misses.
Jules lands a leg kick that knocks Bennett off balance momentarily.
Jules tries to clinch up.
Bennett shoots in for a double leg but Jules sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Jules explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head kick misses from Jules.
Jules cracks the inside of Bennett's front leg.
Bennett shoots in but Jules avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Bennett closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Jules is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bennett pulls his head out easily.
Jules looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Gregory Jules.
I think Bennett has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 Donatello Bradman scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 29:28
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brad Bennett!
Brad Bennett decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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hype
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