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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Jiji Lah Troth Tohlah (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Matt Pacquiao (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the prize buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!
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Solid Muay Thai
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
3 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Jiji Lah Troth Tohlah!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Matt Pacquiao!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Cecil Peabody and Daniel Franklin.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pacquiao lands with a shot to the body.
Lah Troth Tohlah throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lah Troth Tohlah scores with a head kick.
Pacquiao showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lah Troth Tohlah.
Matt Pacquiao seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pacquiao with a jab.
No luck for Lah Troth Tohlah with that takedown attempt.
Pacquiao ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Pacquiao throws a nice looking combination but Lah Troth Tohlah bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Lah Troth Tohlah has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lah Troth Tohlah there as he acknowledges the shot.
Pacquiao lands with a cross.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pacquiao lands with a hook. Lah Troth Tohlah tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Pacquiao connects with a body shot.
Pacquiao is looking to clinch.
Pacquiao stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Pacquiao wants it to stay on the feet.
Pacquiao throws a combination that misses
and Lah Troth Tohlah counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Lah Troth Tohlah slips a jab and a cross from Pacquiao.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Pacquiao bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lah Troth Tohlah's head.
Pacquiao fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Pacquiao lands a head shot.
Pacquiao misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lah Troth Tohlah.
Lah Troth Tohlah shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Pacquiao sprawls well. Pacquiao wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Lah Troth Tohlah gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jiji Lah Troth Tohlah. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Some wild striking there from Pacquiao.
Pacquiao misses with a looping right.
Lah Troth Tohlah takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Pacquiao swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Lah Troth Tohlah counters by moving into the clinch.
Lah Troth Tohlah prevents Pacquiao from breaking the clinch.
Pacquiao wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Lah Troth Tohlah has him pressed against the cage.
Pacquiao is trying to force a seperation but Lah Troth Tohlah has the dominant position.
Lah Troth Tohlah breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pacquiao throws a series of punches but Lah Troth Tohlah avoids them all with ease.
Lah Troth Tohlah throws a big counter combination but Pacquiao scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Matt Pacquiao is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A shot to the body from Pacquiao misses
and Lah Troth Tohlah counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pacquiao throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Pacquiao has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
A combination from Pacquiao does no damage.
Pacquiao tries to bum rush Lah Troth Tohlah with a series of wild strikes but Lah Troth Tohlah uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Pacquiao throws a nice looking combination but Lah Troth Tohlah bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Pacquiao looks winded!
A jab from Pacquiao does it's job there.
Pacquiao cracks Lah Troth Tohlah with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Pacquiao throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Lah Troth Tohlah counters with a slapping leg kick.
Lah Troth Tohlah fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Pacquiao fails to land with a series of punches.
Lah Troth Tohlah wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Lah Troth Tohlah shoots in and bounces Pacquiao off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Pacquiao wants to stand and escape but Lah Troth Tohlah is having none of it.
Lah Troth Tohlah slips nicely into half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pacquiao is trying to stand up here but Lah Troth Tohlah is controlling him well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pacquiao on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Lah Troth Tohlah tries to pass to full mount but Pacquiao defends it.
Lah Troth Tohlah sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Pacquiao defending well though.
Lah Troth Tohlah sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Pacquiao defending well though.
Pacquiao tries to get to full guard but Lah Troth Tohlah has control of the leg.
Lah Troth Tohlah decides to return to a standing position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Lah Troth Tohlah shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Lah Troth Tohlah is pressing down on Pacquiao's thigh, looking to free his foot. Pacquiao is holding on for now.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Pacquiao wants to get back to his feet.
Lah Troth Tohlah wants to take a breather but Pacquiao is having none of it.
Lah Troth Tohlah stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Pacquiao to get to his feet.
Pacquiao moves out of range as Lah Troth Tohlah throws a body kick.
Lah Troth Tohlah throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
The fight stays on the outside here - Pacquiao looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Matt Pacquiao will probably get the nod.
That's time! Lah Troth Tohlah's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Pacquiao tries to bum rush Lah Troth Tohlah with a series of wild strikes but Lah Troth Tohlah uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lah Troth Tohlah has closed the distance and engaged Pacquiao in a clinch.
Pacquiao blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Pacquiao lands a body punch in the clinch.
Lah Troth Tohlah has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Pacquiao after a bit of a struggle.
Lah Troth Tohlah stalls.
Pacquiao wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Lah Troth Tohlah is trying to pull guard but Pacquiao has him pressed against the cage.
Pacquiao works on Lah Troth Tohlah's body with a couple of short punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lah Troth Tohlah's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Pacquiao throws a right hand that Lah Troth Tohlah ducks under and follows up with a left that Lah Troth Tohlah also avoids with ease.
Lah Troth Tohlah looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Pacquiao swinging wildly here.
Matt Pacquiao seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lah Troth Tohlah takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lah Troth Tohlah looks for a takedown but Pacquiao sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jiji Lah Troth Tohlah. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Pacquiao!
Lah Troth Tohlah tries to score a power double leg takedown but Pacquiao sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lah Troth Tohlah somewhat.
Lah Troth Tohlah takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Pacquiao throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Lah Troth Tohlah on the side of the head.
Pacquiao has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lah Troth Tohlah looks for a takedown but Pacquiao sprawls well.
Pacquiao throws out a counter right but Lah Troth Tohlah avoids it with no problem.
Lah Troth Tohlah shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Pacquiao napping and manages to drive through into side control!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The strikes coming from Lah Troth Tohlah are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pacquiao is looking to reverse the position.
Pacquiao is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Lah Troth Tohlah trying to control the action but Pacquiao is working from the bottom.
Pacquiao wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Lah Troth Tohlah stands up.
Lah Troth Tohlah throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Pacquiao tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Lah Troth Tohlah is in Pacquiao's guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pacquiao is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Pacquiao is looking to stand up but Lah Troth Tohlah isn't so interested in that idea.
Lah Troth Tohlah trying to control the position from guard on top but Pacquiao is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pacquiao pushes Lah Troth Tohlah off and scrambles back to his feet.
Lah Troth Tohlah shoots in and gets a takedown into Pacquiao's guard.
Pacquiao wants to get back to his feet but Lah Troth Tohlah is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lah Troth Tohlah slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Pacquiao has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Lah Troth Tohlah has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Lah Troth Tohlah tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Pacquiao smiles and moves away.
Pacquiao lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Pacquiao misses with the combination.
Lah Troth Tohlah slips a jab and a cross from Pacquiao.
Pacquiao throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Lah Troth Tohlah on the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pacquiao throws a body shot but no joy.
Some wild striking there from Pacquiao.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Matt Pacquiao showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lah Troth Tohlah.
Lah Troth Tohlah avoids a punch combination nicely.
Pacquiao throws a nice looking combination but Lah Troth Tohlah bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Lah Troth Tohlah misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Pacquiao ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lah Troth Tohlah moves away.
Lah Troth Tohlah lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Pacquiao misses with the combination.
Pacquiao scores with a shot to the body.
Pacquiao swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lah Troth Tohlah is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Pacquiao.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lah Troth Tohlah takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Pacquiao lunges at Lah Troth Tohlah with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lah Troth Tohlah's hand.
Lah Troth Tohlah goes for a double leg but Pacquiao avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Pacquiao continues to drive forward.
Pacquiao misses with the combination.
Pacquiao takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lah Troth Tohlah throws a leg kick which misses Pacquiao's front leg but catches the back leg as Pacquiao tries to avoid it.
Pacquiao misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lah Troth Tohlah changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Pacquiao circles away from the clinch attempt.
Pacquiao stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jiji Lah Troth Tohlah. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pacquiao fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Pacquiao moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Jiji Lah Troth Tohlah is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lah Troth Tohlah tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Pacquiao defends well and Lah Troth Tohlah ends up having to push Pacquiao into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Lah Troth Tohlah shoots in but no luck this time.
Lah Troth Tohlah is looking to clinch.
Some wild striking there from Pacquiao.
Pacquiao misses with a wild body shot.
A head kick misses from Lah Troth Tohlah.
Pacquiao ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lah Troth Tohlah moves away.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lah Troth Tohlah avoids the body shot from Pacquiao.
Lah Troth Tohlah fails in his attempt to clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lah Troth Tohlah dodges the punch combination from Pacquiao.
Pacquiao throws a nice looking combination but Lah Troth Tohlah bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Lah Troth Tohlah scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Pacquiao jabs Lah Troth Tohlah to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lah Troth Tohlah shoots in but no luck this time.
Sloppy strikes from Pacquiao. Those never looked like landing.
Pacquiao misses with a wild combination.
Lah Troth Tohlah misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Pacquiao avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Pacquiao dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Pacquiao tries to clinch there but Lah Troth Tohlah circles away.
Pacquiao misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Lah Troth Tohlah.
Lah Troth Tohlah drives through and clinches with Pacquiao against the cage.
Lah Troth Tohlah breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Pacquiao throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Pacquiao wants to clinch
and Lah Troth Tohlah counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Lah Troth Tohlah will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Lah Troth Tohlah feints and as Pacquiao raises his hands in defense, Lah Troth Tohlah changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Pacquiao wants to get back to his feet but Lah Troth Tohlah is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Lah Troth Tohlah slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pacquiao wants to get back to his feet but Lah Troth Tohlah is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Lah Troth Tohlah pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pacquiao is keeping the position for now.
Pacquiao wants to stand and escape but Lah Troth Tohlah is having none of it.
Pacquiao keeping moving, preventing Lah Troth Tohlah from controlling successfully.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Pacquiao wants to stand but Lah Troth Tohlah is controlling the position.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that's the end of the fight!
Matt Pacquiao comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Pacquiao 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Matt Pacquiao!
Matt Pacquiao 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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