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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Ruben Philips (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Eric Diggler (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both these guys have really solid chins. Will we see a standup war or will they both decide that a knockout is unlikely and try to win the fight elsewhere?
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170 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
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BJJ Blue Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Ruben Philips!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Eric Diggler!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Alec Ball and Yves DeLean.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Diggler!
It looks like Ruben Philips has been cut.
Diggler shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Eric Diggler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Diggler shoots in looking for a takedown. Philips tries to sprawl out of it but Diggler keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Philips manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Diggler throws a one two combo.
Philips shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in full mount! That's better than Philips was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Diggler is looking to improve his position but Philips isn't that keen on the idea.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Philips controlling from the full mount.
Diggler looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Philips looking to control and managing it successfully.
Diggler is squirming around, avoiding Philips's attempts to control the action.
Diggler really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Philips tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Philips throws some wild stikes that Diggler manages to avoid easily.
Philips in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Diggler really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Philips looking to control but Diggler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Diggler is trying desperately to improve position.
Diggler sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Diggler looks winded!
Philips looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Diggler is trying to stand back up but Philips is controlling him
That's four minutes gone in the round.
It looks like Philips is going to stand back up.
Philips wants to free his trapped foot but Diggler is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Diggler makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Diggler.
Philips stands up from guard. Let's bang!
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Philips shoots in for a takedown but Diggler shows good takedown defense.
Diggler misses with a hook. Philips ducked under it nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Ruben Philips will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ruben Philips's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Diggler shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Philips closes the distance and clinches.
Philips gets underhooks to prevent Diggler's takedown attempt.
Philips breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Philips fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Philips fails to land the takedown.
Diggler looks to throw the jab but Philips is out of range.
Philips dives in and grabs Diggler's left leg, looking for a takedown. Diggler pushes down on Philips's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ruben Philips. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Philips moves into the clinch successfully.
Philips breaks the clinch.
Diggler shoots in for a takedown but Philips shows good takedown defense.
Philips shoots in but Diggler avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Diggler throws a right and a left that both miss.
Diggler is breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A head kick from Philips lands but Diggler takes it in his stride.
Some wild striking there from Diggler.
Philips has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Philips shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Diggler as he avoids it easily.
Philips tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Diggler keeps the fight on the outside.
Ruben Philips is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Diggler shoots in and drives through. Philips sprawls well.
Philips looks to land a combination but Diggler avoids it well.
Philips misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Philips slaps away a takedown attempt from Diggler, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Philips looks to score with a jab to the body but Diggler is just out of range.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Philips fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Diggler sprawls well initially but Philips persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Diggler is trying to maintain the position but Philips is very close to passing his half guard.
Philips controlling the pace.
Ruben Philips overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Philips is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Eric Diggler seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Philips is trying hard to land a takedown here. Diggler sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Philips avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Philips is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Diggler jabs at Philips's body.
Philips tries to score a power double leg takedown but Diggler sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Philips somewhat.
Philips looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Diggler is fending him off so far but Philips persists. Nope, Diggler circles away and we're back to standing.
Philips swats away the attempt to clinch by Diggler.
Diggler throws a right hand that Philips ducks under and follows up with a left that Philips also avoids with ease.
Diggler tries to clinch up but Philips circles away and keeps his distance.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Diggler scores with a sloppy right hand. Philips should have avoided that one.
Philips looks for a takedown but Diggler sprawls well.
Philips is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Diggler.
Diggler displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Philips.
Diggler throws a series of strikes that have Philips backpedaling.
Philips tries for a takedown but Diggler sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Diggler misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Philips gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Diggler tries to break the clinch but Philips is controlling the position.
Philips lands a knee to the body.
Philips pulls guard effortlessly.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ruben Philips dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ruben Philips's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
Nice shot by Diggler.
Diggler fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Philips displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Diggler.
Philips closes the distance and clinches up with Diggler, looking for a takedown. Philips pushes Diggler against the cage but Diggler circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Diggler is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Philips.
Philips shoots in looking for a takedown but Diggler manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Philips's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Diggler jabs at Philips's body.
Diggler goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Diggler keeps the fight on the outside.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Philips takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Diggler scores with a jab to the jaw.
Diggler stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ruben Philips. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Diggler closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Philips to the mat! Philips manages to get full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Diggler accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Diggler throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Philips works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Philips lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Diggler!
Diggler tries to hold on but Philips postures up.
Philips goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Diggler turns into him and now he's in Philips's guard.
Diggler postures up.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Philips looking to hit a scissor sweep but Diggler is one step ahead there.
Philips knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Diggler on the ground.
Diggler wants to get up but he can't break Philips's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Philips wants to sweep but no luck.
Diggler throwing strikes from guard but Philips blocks nicely.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Diggler lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Diggler being controlled here momentarily.
Diggler with a flurry of punches that miss.
Philips escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Diggler gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Diggler slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Philips is looking to regain half guard here but Diggler keeps moving and retains side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Philips is working hard here to advance position.
Diggler has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Philips closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Diggler did well to prevent Philips getting side control.
Philips wants to take a breather but Diggler is having none of it.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Philips trying to control from Diggler's half guard. Diggler has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Eric Diggler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ruben Philips is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Philips stands up from Diggler's guard - Philips perhaps looking for a knockout.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Eric Diggler.
I think Philips 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:28
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ruben Philips!
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energy
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hype
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pop
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mgr
A | B |
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RATING
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