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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Takeshi Naoki (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Dr John Zoidberg (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The key to victory for Takeshi Naoki has got to be keeping the fight on the feet.
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182 cm
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185 lbs
14 - 3 - 0 |
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178 cm
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185 lbs
11 - 6 - 0 |
Good wrestling
Lethal high kicks
Cardio machine |
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Olympic wrestler
Decent boxing
Good gas tank |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the welterweight division. Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner. With a record of
14 - 3 - 0, fighting out of New York, Takeshi Naoki! And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of
11 - 6 - 0, fighting out of London, Dr John Zoidberg! The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Phil Schofield and Steven Brown.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Zoidberg defending well as Naoki loads up on a big left hand. A big left from Zoidberg misses. Naoki throws a chopping leg kick but Zoidberg manages to avoid taking any serious damage. A shot to the liver by Naoki. Beautiful body shot. Zoidberg shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Zoidberg was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Zoidberg working the strikes but Naoki uses the opportunity to regain half guard. Naoki wants to get back to his feet.
Naoki tries to roll over but Zoidberg keeps him under control. Naoki is concentrating on defense, preventing Zoidberg from advancing position. Zoidberg has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Zoidberg trying to pass the guard but Naoki defending well.
That's one minute gone in the round. Naoki tries to get to full guard but Zoidberg has control of the leg. Naoki keeps control of the position for the meantime. Naoki won't allow Zoidberg to pass to mount. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Naoki avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Zoidberg. Naoki wants to improve his position but Zoidberg is controlling well.
Zoidberg wants to take a breather but Naoki is having none of it.
Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up. Zoidberg lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
It looks like Takeshi Naoki has been cut. Zoidberg avoids the head kick by Naoki.
That's two minutes gone in the round. A lazy left from Zoidberg finds it's target. Dr John Zoidberg seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Naoki thumps Zoidberg with a low kick. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Naoki throws a sloppy head kick and Zoidberg moves out of range easily. We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Zoidberg has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat. Zoidberg takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Zoidberg throws a poor cross that misses
and Naoki counters with a left to the body. Naoki lands with a straight right. Zoidberg didn't see that one coming. Zoidberg blocks a jab. Zoidberg misses the shot to the body. Naoki checks a leg kick nicely. Naoki misses with a leg kick.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Naoki walks into a straight right hand from Zoidberg. Naoki scores with the left hand. Zoidberg knows he should have avoided that one. Naoki throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Zoidberg's waist but Zoidberg gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Naoki off to one side. Zoidberg misses with a leg kick and Naoki counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Zoidberg thinking. Zoidberg misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Naoki.
We've been told by Naoki's head coaches at Arne's Combat & Mead Hall that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. Naoki checks the leg kick. Naoki connects with a solid leg kick. No luck for Zoidberg with that takedown attempt. Zoidberg looks to score with a jab to the body but Naoki is just out of range.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Zoidberg gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Naoki to score an easy takedown into full guard. Zoidberg working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Naoki. Zoidberg wants to sweep here but Naoki controlling him for the moment. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Naoki is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Naoki lands a couple of digs. Zoidberg has momentary wrist control but Naoki slips an elbow through the middle. Naoki preventing the sweep. As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Naoki is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Naoki trying to control the position from guard on top but Zoidberg is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Naoki has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Zoidberg not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takeshi Naoki dominated that round. The cut man is working on Takeshi Naoki's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Naoki lands with an uppercut that bounces Zoidberg off the cage and back into range. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Naoki. Naoki misses with a wild body shot. Zoidberg takes one to the side of the head.
Naoki lands a nice looking body shot.
Good work by Naoki as he checks the leg kick. Naoki lands with an overhand left. Naoki gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Zoidberg. Naoki throws a nice inside leg kick. A momentary lapse in concentration from Naoki enables Zoidberg to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Naoki manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
That's one minute gone in the round. Zoidberg throws a big right hand that misses. Zoidberg trying to control the position from guard on top but Naoki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Naoki looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Naoki is working hard here to advance position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Zoidberg trying to control the position from guard on top but Naoki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Naoki working a defensive guard here.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Dr John Zoidberg. Zoidberg lunges at Naoki with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Naoki's hand.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Naoki thows a leg kick but Zoidberg checks it and Zoidberg counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Zoidberg wants to take a breather but Naoki is having none of it. Naoki is looking to improve his position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Zoidberg seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Naoki does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Naoki is trying to stand.
Zoidberg is looking for a kimura but Naoki is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Zoidberg to get the leverage. Naoki is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment. Zoidberg is looking to take a break and control but Naoki is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Zoidberg trying to control the pace.
That's three minutes gone in the round. The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work. Naoki controlling the position well.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground. Naoki throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Naoki doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Naoki cracks Zoidberg with an open hand slap. Zoidberg chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Naoki can pounce on him.
Takeshi Naoki is winning the standup battle so far.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Naoki throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Zoidberg tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Naoki is in Zoidberg's guard. Zoidberg keeping moving, preventing Naoki from controlling successfully. Zoidberg pulls Naoki in close to his closed guard and prevents Naoki from doing any damage or advancing position. Naoki got a little sloppy there for a moment and Zoidberg has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Naoki has managed to get both his arms back between Zoidberg's legs - danger averted. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Naoki wants to control from the top but Zoidberg keeps moving. Zoidberg controls Naoki momentarily but Naoki frees himself. Dr John Zoidberg has got the better of the ground game so far. As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Naoki postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. 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 Takeshi Naoki will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Takeshi Naoki'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.
Naoki scores to the head and body with a nice combination! Zoidberg misses with a low kick.
Zoidberg throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Naoki sees it coming and avoids it easily. Zoidberg avoids the body shot from Naoki.
Zoidberg dodges the punch combination from Naoki.
Naoki doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Zoidberg misses with a hook. Naoki fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Zoidberg has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Naoki looks to land a right hand but Zoidberg moved out of range.
That's one minute gone in the round. Zoidberg takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Zoidberg misses with a hook
and Naoki counters with a nice double leg into side control. Zoidberg won't be happy with that. You can see the frustration on Zoidberg's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Naoki trying to control the position but Zoidberg is working away. Zoidberg sneaks back into half guard. Zoidberg is looking to improve his position.
Naoki wants to control but Zoidberg is keeping him busy. Naoki throwing shots but Zoidberg is blocking nicely. Zoidberg won't allow Naoki to pass to mount.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Naoki sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Zoidberg defending well though. Naoki is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. Naoki seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Zoidberg does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Zoidberg looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Naoki throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Naoki lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Naoki lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Zoidberg is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Naoki working Zoidberg over with strikes. Zoidberg actively working from the bottom here.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Zoidberg is not content to let Naoki control the position. Zoidberg is looking for a sweep. Naoki is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Zoidberg has hold of Naoki's hands but Naoki slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Zoidberg looking for submissions off his back. Zoidberg wants to control but Naoki is keeping busy and won't allow it. Naoki is looking to take a break and control but Zoidberg is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Naoki prevents Zoidberg from improving his position. Naoki is trying to control. Zoidberg wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Zoidberg wants to get back to full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Zoidberg won't allow Naoki to pass to mount. Zoidberg controlling the position well. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Naoki lands a nice short elbow. Zoidberg trying to control here.
Naoki is trying to control. Zoidberg wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up. Naoki uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Zoidberg. Naoki just misses with a punch to the body.
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! As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Naoki cracks the inside of Zoidberg's front leg. Zoidberg leaves Naoki with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takeshi Naoki clearly takes that round. The cut man is working on Takeshi Naoki's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Zoidberg tests Naoki's chin there with a solid looking shot. Naoki misses with a looping right. Naoki feints and as Zoidberg raises his hands in defense, Naoki changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Zoidberg 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. Naoki keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Zoidberg's head. Zoidberg keeping moving, preventing Naoki from controlling successfully. Zoidberg looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. Naoki throws a big elbow that misses.
That's one minute gone in the round. Naoki looking to pass the guard. Zoidberg looking to hit a scissor sweep but Naoki is one step ahead there. Zoidberg pulls Naoki in close to prevent any damage.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Zoidberg on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. Nice takedown defense from Zoidberg. No joy for Naoki on that attempt. Zoidberg moves out of range of the strikes.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Zoidberg scores with a jab. Naoki staying out of range there. Naoki moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Zoidberg misses with a straight left. Zoidberg looks to score with a jab to the body but Naoki is just out of range. Zoidberg dives in for a single leg takedown but Naoki sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Naoki is leaning against Zoidberg and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Zoidberg is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. A hook to the body from Naoki.
Naoki taking a breather. Naoki's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Naoki ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Zoidberg lands a jab. Naoki just misses with a punch to the body.
Naoki lands an overhand right. Naoki fails with a takedown attempt. Nice defenses there by Naoki.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Zoidberg has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Zoidberg there as he acknowledges the shot. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Naoki is defended easily by Zoidberg. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Takeshi Naoki. That's going to take a lot out of him. Naoki fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Zoidberg lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Naoki throws a leg kick but Zoidberg sees it coming and moves out of range. As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Naoki on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. Zoidberg scores with a jab. Naoki acknowledges it with a nod of the head. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takeshi Naoki had his way with Dr John Zoidberg in that round. The cut man is working on Takeshi Naoki's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
Zoidberg misses with a wild body shot. Zoidberg's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Zoidberg keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Naoki blocks a jab. Naoki uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Zoidberg. Zoidberg shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Naoki but Naoki pushes him off and we're back to square one. Zoidberg shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Naoki counters with a single leg into guard. Zoidberg didn't expect that. Naoki wants to control from the top but Zoidberg keeps moving. Naoki throws a big right hand that misses. Naoki looking to pass the guard.
That's one minute gone in the round. Naoki wants to control from the top but Zoidberg keeps moving. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Naoki's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Naoki distracts Zoidberg with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Naoki lands a couple of elbows. Zoidberg manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
Naoki tries to hold on but Zoidberg pushes him away. Zoidberg lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning. Zoidberg is in the full mount, landing strikes.
That's two minutes gone in the round. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Zoidberg can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Naoki is looking to escape. The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Zoidberg cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Zoidberg trying to control but he's not successful this time. Naoki tries to reverse the position but Zoidberg maintains control. Zoidberg avoids the attempt from Naoki to control. Naoki is in all sorts of trouble here.
A nice elbow there by Zoidberg.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Zoidberg fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Zoidberg throws some wild stikes that Naoki manages to avoid easily.
Zoidberg is landing with some decent strikes but Naoki is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue. Zoidberg unloading with bombs! Zoidberg connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Naoki takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Naoki is rocked! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Zoidberg looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Oh Naoki is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Zoidberg has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Naoki's face.
Zoidberg tries to control but Naoki wriggling away. Zoidberg lands with some strikes. Naoki slips a leg in and gets back to half guard. Dr John Zoidberg has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's four minutes gone in the round. Nice strikes from Zoidberg there. Zoidberg working the head and body with strikes. Naoki blocking the ground and pound attempt from Zoidberg. Naoki is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Zoidberg lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Zoidberg is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Takeshi Naoki is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Zoidberg is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Naoki sees it coming and defends easily. Zoidberg is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell? The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action! Zoidberg thows a huge punch but Naoki dodges it nicely.
Naoki seems to have got his legs back now. Naoki is trying to maintain the position but Zoidberg is very close to passing his half guard.
And that's the end of the fight! Dr John Zoidberg comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Naoki 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 49:46 Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 49:46 Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeshi Naoki! After the fight, Takeshi Naoki was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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energy
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hype
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pop
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