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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Dixon Manners (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tommy Lotus (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Manners comes to the ring accompanied by Lonely Boy. Lotus has chosen Eye of the tiger 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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178 lbs
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183 lbs
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Good wrestling
Excellent boxer
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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
11 - 8 - 0, fighting out of London, Dixon Manners!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
26 - 36 - 2, fighting out of London, Tommy Lotus!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, James Atkins and Chris Edwards.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lotus tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Manners counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
A solid leg kick lands there for Manners.
Lotus has managed to clinch.
A shot in the inside from Manners.
A right handed body shot lands from Manners.
Manners gets through Lotus's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Manners breaks the clinch.
Lotus throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lotus misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Lotus shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Manners sprawls well. Manners wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Lotus gets slowly back to his feet.
Manners has taken the fight to the clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Manners is working for a takedown up against the ropes. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Manners breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A slapping leg kick lands for Manners.
Lotus changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Manners looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Manners gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Manners is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
Lotus working for a submission but Manners is keeping him at bay.
Lotus has hold of Manners's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Manners manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Manners is trying to escape the mount but Lotus keeps good control and instead manages to take Manners's back.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Manners is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
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!
Lotus is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Lotus looking for the choke but no joy.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Manners is trying to get back to his feet but Lotus has full control of the position and if anything, Manners has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Manners manages to stand up with Lotus still on his back. Eventually Lotus drops to his feet and we're back in the standing position.
Manners gets a double leg takedown into Lotus's guard.
Manners decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Lotus, up you get!
Manners fails with an attempt to clinch.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Manners lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
It looks like Tommy Lotus has been cut.
Lotus misses with a two punch combination.
Manners with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Manners shoots in for a takedown but Lotus shows good takedown defense.
Lotus keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dixon Manners. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Horrible takedown by Manners or perhaps it was just good defense by Lotus which made him look bad.
An inside leg kick from Manners misses.
Lotus dives in and scores a takedown into Manners's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lotus works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Lotus wants to pass the guard but Manners is defending well.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Manners wants to get back to his feet.
Lotus is trying to work for a kimura but Manners is defending well.
Manners is trying to stand back up but Lotus is controlling him
Manners manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Lotus keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the ropes.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Lotus gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Manners.
Lotus is trying to break free.
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 Dixon Manners will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Tommy Lotus's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Manners throws a body kick that misses.
Lotus dives in and grabs Manners's left leg, looking for a takedown. Manners pushes down on Lotus's head and hops out.
Manners has managed to clinch.
Manners breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Manners keeps the fight on the outside.
Lotus's coach down at London MMA Club was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Lotus's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Lotus stuffs the takedown.
Nice shot lands for Manners.
Lotus fails with a takedown attempt.
Lotus lands with a nice combination. Manners backs away looking to recover.
Manners wants to clinch up but Lotus keeps it at a distance.
Lotus avoids the body shot from Manners.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lotus throws a series of punches but Manners moves out of range.
Good work by Lotus as he checks the leg kick.
Manners shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Lotus sprawls well. Lotus wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Manners gets slowly back to his feet.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lotus is defended easily by Manners.
Dixon Manners has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tommy Lotus.
Manners fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Lotus fails to land the takedown.
The fight stays on the outside here - Manners looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lotus closes this distance looking for a takedown but Manners circles away.
Lotus defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Manners.
Manners closes the distance and clinches up with Lotus, looking for a takedown. Manners pushes Lotus against the ropes but Lotus circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Manners gets a double leg takedown into Lotus's guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Lotus has his feet on Manners's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Lotus tries to close the distance and clinch up but Manners swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Dixon Manners seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lotus with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Manners to score with a decent uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lotus blocks a leg kick.
Lotus dives in and scores a takedown into Manners's guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Manners can't keep his opponent in guard - Lotus advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Lotus is looking for a kimura here.
Lotus is working for a submission of some sort.
Lotus stops Manners from getting back to his feet.
Lotus trying to pass the guard but Manners defending well.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Manners is trying to escape back to his feet but Lotus uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Lotus passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Manners!
Lotus trying to control but Manners is having none of it.
Lotus stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Manners is defended easily by Lotus.
Lotus gets caught napping as Manners dives in and scores a takedown. Lotus manages to retain guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Dixon Manners will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Tommy Lotus's cut.
That's time! Manners's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
Lotus dives in for a single leg takedown but Manners sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Manners breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lotus shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Lotus wanted to stand there but Manners had control of the position.
Lotus trying to control the position from guard on top but Manners is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Manners has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Lotus off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Manners shoots in looking for a takedown but Lotus manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Manners's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Manners tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Lotus defends well and Manners ends up having to push Lotus into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Manners is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Lotus gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dixon Manners. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lotus blocks a body shot from Manners.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lotus wants to break free but Manners has control.
Lotus is trying to push Manners away but Manners has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Manners breaks the clinch.
Lotus looks to score with a jab to the body but Manners is just out of range.
Manners wants to clinch up but Lotus keeps it at a distance.
Manners tries a head kick but it misses.
A jab lands there for Manners.
Lotus shoots in and bounces Manners off the ropes to secure the takedown into guard.
Manners has his feet on Lotus's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Manners moves into the clinch successfully.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lotus is trying to break the clinch but Manners has him pressed against the ropes.
Manners wants a takedown but no success here.
Manners prevents Lotus from breaking the clinch.
Lotus working hard to break the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Manners escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Manners looks for a takedown but Lotus sprawls well.
Manners throws a nice inside leg kick.
Lotus scores with a jab to the head.
Lotus shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Manners is trying to defend but Lotus finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Lotus is pressing down on Manners's thigh, looking to free his foot. Manners is holding on for now.
Dixon Manners is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lotus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Manners keeps working.
Lotus stands up from half guard.
Lotus fails with an attempt to clinch.
Manners throws out a powerful jab.
Manners looking to score a takedown here. Lotus is defending well but Manners drives through and ends up in Lotus's guard.
Lotus avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Lotus manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Manners manages to get himself to full guard.
Lotus tries to free his leg and advance position but Manners is retaining full guard.
Tommy Lotus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Manners keeping moving, preventing Lotus from controlling successfully.
Tommy Lotus has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lotus wanted to stand there but Manners had control of the position.
Lotus gets to his feet. Manners looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Manners tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lotus sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Manners somewhat.
Manners slips under a jab.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Manners closes the distance and pushes Lotus back into the ropes.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lotus.
Lotus fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lotus tries to work over Manners's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tommy Lotus comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Manners 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 29:29
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Tommy Lotus!
Tommy Lotus seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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energy
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hype
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pop
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