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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Shawn Fields (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Koji Okano (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Fields's entrance music is The Beast in Me - Johnny Cash. A fine choice. Okano has chosen Aalto - Resolution as his entrance music. 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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160 lbs
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166 lbs
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Excellent boxer
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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
10 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Shawn Fields!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
17 - 18 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Koji Okano!
The judges for this bout are , Jack Bonds and Don Winkell.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Fields blocks the body kick.
Fields shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Fields showed some decent athleticism there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Okano is looking to control Fields's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Okano avoid being mounted?
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Okano has hold of Fields's hands but Fields slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Okano can do anything to dispel that myth.
Fields working the head and body with strikes.
Fields is thwarting Okano's attempts to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fields throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Fields looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Fields missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Okano works his way to full guard. Good work.
Fields is looking to work some ground and pound but Okano has wrist control.
Fields distracts Okano with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Fields is in close to Okano's body, working some short punches and elbows.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Okano looking for a sweep. Not yet Okano, not yet.
Fields keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Okano's head.
Okano wants to sweep here but Fields controlling him for the moment.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fields throwing strikes but missing.
Okano manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Fields manages to get himself to full guard.
Fields uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Okano clinches.
Fields tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Okano's elbow.
Fields lands a nice uppercut.
Fields misses with a punch on the inside.
Fields tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fields is leaning against Okano and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Fields lands a left hand.
Fields lands a body punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A short right from Fields on the inside.
Fields lands a hook that snaps the head of Okano backwards.
Okano lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A hook to the body from Fields.
Okano tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fields's elbow.
A hook to the body from Okano.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fields scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Okano throws a head punch that misses.
Fields goes for a takedown in the clinch but Okano prevents it.
Okano lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fields working aggressively here.
Fields swings wildly with an uppercut but Okano uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fields tries to throw a body punch but Okano avoids it by throwing Fields back against the cage.
Okano lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Okano lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fields tries for a takedown. No joy.
Okano using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Fields has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Okano lands a left hand that snaps the head of Fields backwards.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Okano obliges.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Okano misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fields goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Okano.
Fields avoiding damage as Okano throws knees to the body.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fields tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fields lands a body punch.
Fields scores with a nice hook to the head.
Okano tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Okano blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Okano lands a right hand that snaps the head of Fields backwards.
Fields swings wildly with an uppercut but Okano uses good head movement to avoid it.
Okano misses with a punch to the body.
Fields misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fields gets through Okano's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fields throws a head punch that misses.
Okano scores with a knee to the head.
Okano prevents a body shot from Fields.
Okano lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Fields backwards.
Okano lands an elbow that stopped Fields in his tracks for a moment.
Okano goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fields lands a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Okano creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A short body shot lands from Fields as the two fighters clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Okano fails to land.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fields working aggressively here.
Fields digs a right hand into Okano's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Okano's gas tank.
Okano tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Fields lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fields lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Okano.
Okano tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Okano scores with a shot to the side of Fields's head.
Fields lands a right hand that snaps the head of Okano backwards.
Fields scores with a nice hook to the head.
Okano looking to throw knees to the head but Fields is blocking nicely.
Okano landing knees to the head.
Okano looks winded!
Fields lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Okano backwards.
Okano lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Fields or not.
A short right from Fields.
Okano misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Fields misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A body shot lands from Fields.
Good body shot from Okano.
Fields throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Okanos head.
Fields tries a body shot but Okano blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shawn Fields dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Fields closes the distance and clinches up with Okano, looking for a takedown. Fields pushes Okano against the cage but Okano circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Okano defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Fields.
A swing and a miss from Okano.
Fields changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Okano tries to avoid it but Fields manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Okano to the ground. Okano escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shawn Fields. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fields tries to score a power double leg takedown but Okano sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Fields somewhat.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Okano.
Fields fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Shawn Fields seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fields looks to score with a jab to the body but Okano is just out of range.
Okano rushes Fields and presses him up against the cage.
Okano swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fields lands a body shot.
Fields lands an uppercut.
Fields lands a right hand.
Fields working aggressively here.
Fields throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Okano.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A right hand to the body from Fields.
Okano misses with a hook from the clinch.
Okano tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right from Fields on the inside.
Okano throws an elbow that misses.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Fields tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fields cracks Okano with a nice body shot.
Okano misses with a hook to the ribs.
Okano lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Fields backwards.
Okano lands a left hand that snaps the head of Fields backwards.
Okano throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Fields blocks it with crossed arms.
Fields scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short right from Fields.
Shawn Fields has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Okano working aggressively here.
Fields lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Okano lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
It looks like Shawn Fields has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fields.
Fields lands an uppercut.
Okano has a couple of punches blocked by Fields.
Fields lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Okano with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Fields tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Okano's elbow.
Fields pushes Okano back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Okano is breathing heavily.
Fields works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Okano lands a body punch.
Fields presses Okano against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Fields goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fields goes for a takedown attempt but Okano pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Okano leaves Fields with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Fields shoots in for a takedown but Okano shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Okano buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Fields tries to score a power double leg takedown but Okano sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Fields somewhat.
A clash of legs there as Fields blocks the low kick.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fields shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Fields postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Fields preventing the sweep.
Fields is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Okano not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Fields working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Okano's head.
Fields preventing the sweep.
Fields landing some decent shots from guard.
Okano not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Fields postures up in Okano's guard and throws a big left but Okano blocks it.
Fields working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fields postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Fields trying to control the position from guard on top but Okano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fields is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Okano pulls Fields in close to prevent any damage.
Okano preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Fields working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Okano working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Fields.
Fields has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Okano keeping moving, preventing Fields from controlling successfully.
Okano working a defensive guard here.
Fields throwing strikes but missing.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Okano looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Fields postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Fields throws a big elbow that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shawn Fields dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Shawn Fields's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
Nice takedown defense from Okano. No joy for Fields on that attempt.
Fields fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Okano to the ground. Fields is now in Okano's guard.
Fields stopping the sweep attempt from Okano.
Okano really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Fields. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Fields wants to control from the top but Okano keeps moving.
Okano looking to hit a scissor sweep but Fields is one step ahead there.
Fields trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Okano preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Fields throws a big right hand that misses.
Fields trying to control but Okano is working from the bottom.
Okano utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Fields looking to pass the guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fields landing with the ground and pound.
Fields with a flurry of punches that miss.
Okano not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Okano wants to sweep but no luck.
Okano working a defensive guard here.
Fields throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Okano works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Fields loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Okano wants to sweep here but Fields controlling him for the moment.
Fields trying to control but Okano is working from the bottom.
Fields distracts Okano with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Okano keeping moving, preventing Fields from controlling successfully.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fields throws a big elbow that misses.
Fields won't allow Okano to sweep him here.
Fields content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Okano looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Okano is trying to keep Fields in close.
Fields missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
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!
Fields seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Fields chips away with some ground and pound.
Okano is trying to control the position but Fields postures up.
Okano has momentary wrist control but Fields slips an elbow through the middle.
Fields throwing strikes from guard but Okano blocks nicely.
Shawn Fields is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fields trying to control the position from guard on top but Okano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fields with a nice head shot there.
Okano wants to sweep but no luck.
Fields with a nice head shot there.
Shawn Fields overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Fields throws a big right hand that misses.
Okano seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Koji Okano has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fields throws a big elbow that misses.
Fields throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Okano works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Okano preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Fields lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Okano working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Fields.
Fields wants to control from the top but Okano keeps moving.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fields scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Okano looking for subs off his back but Fields has passed one foot through into half guard.
Okano keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fields prevents Okano from improving his position.
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. Fields connects with a nice short shot to Okano's temple.
Fields prevents Okano from improving his position.
Okano takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Okano is looking to control Fields's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Okano avoid being mounted?
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Fields working the head and body with strikes.
Fields prevents Okano from improving his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Shawn Fields showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Fields, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shawn Fields!
Shawn Fields made sure to mention his sponsor, Milwaukee's Best 160 SALE $150 in his post fight interview.
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