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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Daniel Kerrow (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Vinnie Longworth (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!
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172 cm
25
145 lbs
3 - 1 - 0 |
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168 cm
25
145 lbs
2 - 0 - 0 |
Decent wrestler
Basic striking
KO power |
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Good wrestler
Brawler
Granite chin |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division. Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner. With a record of
3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Daniel Kerrow! And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Vinnie Longworth! The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, William Peck and Dillan Fox.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kerrow is defended easily by Longworth. Kerrow looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this! Longworth shoots in for a takedown but Kerrow shows good takedown defense. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Longworth defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kerrow. Longworth shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Longworth missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Longworth seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kerrow does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Longworth not landing any meaningful shots this time. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Longworth trying to mount his opponent but Kerrow defends it. Longworth lands strikes from half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round. Longworth is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kerrow is just riding it out for now. Longworth eventually gives up the hold. Longworth is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Longworth not landing any meaningful shots this time. Longworth content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
That's two minutes gone in the round. The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Longworth not landing any meaningful shots this time. Ground and pound from Longworth. Kerrow is trying to stand back up but Longworth is controlling him
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Longworth not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Longworth throwing shots but Kerrow is blocking nicely. Longworth throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Longworth not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup. Longworth trying to control the action but Kerrow is working from the bottom.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Longworth darts in looking for a takedown but Kerrow gets double underhooks and turns Longworth into the cage. Longworth has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Kerrow clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Longworth is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Kerrow knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Kerrow for a finish. Kerrow is taking damage to the body and head. Longworth trying to control momentarily.
Longworth lands a shot to the head.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Longworth lands a shot to the body. A lull in the action here.
Longworth lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK. This has been an exciting period of action! Kerrow covering up well and avoiding damage. Longworth lands a shot to the body. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Kerrow avoids the strikes from Longworth. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vinnie Longworth dominated that round. That's time! Kerrow's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Longworth fails with a takedown attempt. Longworth closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Kerrow did well to prevent Longworth getting side control.
Kerrow is rocked! Longworth thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Oh Kerrow is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Kerrow blocking the ground and pound attempt from Longworth. Longworth keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. Longworth winds up and cracks Kerrow with a swinging punch to the side of the head. Longworth not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Kerrow is not content to let Longworth control the position. Longworth takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position. Kerrow is staying active underneath Longworth, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Longworth seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Longworth is continuing to stall. Longworth has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
That's one minute gone in the round. Longworth drops an elbow to the side of Kerrow's head. Longworth thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kerrow's head. Longworth tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kerrow knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Longworth throwing shots but Kerrow is blocking nicely. Longworth trying to control the action but Kerrow is working from the bottom. Longworth sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kerrow defending well though.
That's two minutes gone in the round. My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Kerrow taking some punishment here, with Longworth in his half guard. Longworth throwing shots but Kerrow is blocking nicely. Kerrow on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Kerrow tries to get out of the position. Longworth thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kerrow's head. Longworth throwing shots but Kerrow is blocking nicely. Longworth is nestled in close to Kerrow, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Longworth looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. 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. Longworth connects with a nice short shot to Kerrow's temple. Kerrow blocking the ground and pound attempt from Longworth. Longworth scores with a big shot! Kerrow's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Kerrow! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vinnie Longworth! During a confident post fight interview, Vinnie Longworth thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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energy
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hype
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pop
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mgr
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RATING
34% |
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