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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Diablo Rage (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and rumble jackson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). rumble jackson told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!
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188 lbs
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175 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Diablo Rage!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, rumble jackson!
The judges for this bout are , and .
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
jackson changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Rage looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
jackson decides to stand back up. jackson steps back and let's Rage get back to his feet.
jackson shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Rage's guard.
jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but Rage is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
jackson content to stall in guard here.
Rage controlling jackson's posture.
Rage working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. jackson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. jackson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Rage keeping full guard, as jackson tries to pass.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rage keeping moving, preventing jackson from controlling successfully.
jackson tries to free his leg and advance position but Rage is retaining full guard.
jackson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Rage. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Rage controls jackson momentarily but jackson frees himself.
jackson looking to pass the guard.
jackson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
jackson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Rage is breathing heavily.
Rage keeping moving, preventing jackson from controlling successfully.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as jackson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
jackson throwing strikes from guard but Rage blocks nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
jackson working some strikes from top position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
jackson wants to pass the guard but Rage is keeping the position.
jackson stands and steps away. Rage gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
jackson shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
jackson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rage is trying to get back to full guard.
jackson is looking to take a break and control but Rage is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
jackson looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
jackson working Rage over with strikes.
Rage wants to get back to his feet.
jackson wants to free his trapped foot but Rage is holding on for dear life with his legs.
jackson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
That's four 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.
jackson seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
jackson is keen to just control but Rage is a slippery customer.
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. jackson connects with a nice short shot to Rage's temple.
jackson trying to control the action but Rage is working from the bottom.
Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
jackson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
jackson throws a right hand that Rage ducks under and follows up with a left that Rage also avoids with ease.
Nice sprawl there from Rage as jackson shoots in.
jackson connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
rumble jackson 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.
Rage tries for a takedown but jackson circles away easily
and jackson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Rage's guard.
jackson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for jackson. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
jackson won't allow Rage to get back to his feet.
jackson won't allow Rage to sweep him here.
jackson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
jackson wants to pass the guard but Rage is keeping the position.
jackson stands and steps away. Rage gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
jackson tries to clinch there but Rage circles away.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
jackson fails with the takedown
and Rage counters with a nice double leg into side control. jackson won't be happy with that.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
jackson tries to bench press Rage off him but Rage keeps the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rage trying to control the position but jackson is working away.
jackson is trying to improve his position.
Rage stands up.
jackson closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Rage to the mat! Rage manages to get full guard.
jackson works over Rage with some ground and pound from guard.
jackson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rage looking to hit a scissor sweep but jackson is one step ahead there.
jackson wants to control from the top but Rage keeps moving.
Rage pulls jackson in close to prevent any damage.
jackson is in close to Rage's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Rage isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. jackson stacks Rage on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by jackson!
jackson lands an elbow.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rage takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
jackson landing a few strikes.
jackson works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Rage wants to control but jackson postures up.
Rage is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
jackson connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Rage some visible discomfort.
Rage is looking for a sweep.
jackson has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Rage has jackson up against the cage in a clinch.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
jackson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Rage gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Rage pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
jackson shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Oh and he's advanced to full mount straight away.
jackson looking to ground and pound but Rage is blocking nicely.
Rage is looking to improve his position but jackson isn't that keen on the idea.
Rage is working hard here to advance position.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
rumble jackson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
jackson throws a series of punches but Rage moves out of range.
jackson fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Rage sprawls well initially but jackson persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Rage regains full guard. Nicely done.
jackson gets to his feet. Rage looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
jackson shoots in for a double leg but Rage sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
rumble jackson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Horrible takedown by jackson or perhaps it was just good defense by Rage which made him look bad.
jackson avoids the head kick by Rage.
jackson tries for a takedown but Rage sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Diablo Rage has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of rumble jackson.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
jackson misses with a takedown attempt
and Rage counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Rage.
Rage stands up from jackson's guard - Rage perhaps looking for a knockout.
Diablo Rage is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
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!
jackson misses with a takedown attempt
and Rage counters with a head kick.
Rage changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. jackson tries to avoid it but Rage manages to keep hold of a leg and drag jackson to the ground. jackson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rage wants to clinch.
Rage fails with an attempt to clinch.
jackson with a lazy takedown attempt
and Rage counters with a nice body shot.
jackson shoots in but no luck this time.
Rage stuffs the takedown.
jackson shoots in but Rage avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Some wild striking there from jackson.
Rage tries to bum rush jackson with a series of wild strikes but jackson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
jackson shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Rage's guard.
jackson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Rage working a defensive guard here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rage looking to hit a scissor sweep but jackson is one step ahead there.
jackson postures up.
Rage keeping moving, preventing jackson from controlling successfully.
Rage is trying to keep jackson in close.
jackson stops Rage from standing up.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
jackson wants to control from the top but Rage keeps moving.
Rage throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
jackson gets a takedown into half guard.
Rage is looking for a sweep. jackson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rage moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
jackson won't allow Rage to sweep him here.
Rage wants to stand up but jackson is controlling him.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
jackson distracts Rage with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
jackson scoring with punches to the head and body.
jackson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Rage wants to get back to his feet but jackson is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
jackson controls from within his opponent's guard.
Rage working a defensive guard here.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to rumble jackson.
I've got jackson winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Andi Peters scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gordon Ramsey scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Skinner scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... rumble jackson!
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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
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