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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Mophaf Bungradidoa (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Katsuya Yasumi (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Yasumi has chosen Space Dandy as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Mophaf Bungradidoa has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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250 lbs
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Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
13 - 14 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Mophaf Bungradidoa!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
6 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Katsuya Yasumi!
The judges for this bout are Shirou Masuda, Sosuke Kotani and Hirohito Nitta.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bungradidoa tries to sprawl but Yasumi drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Bungradidoa has one foot on Yasumi's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Bungradidoa gets tackled into the ropes by Yasumi. Yasumi maintains the clinch.
Yasumi pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Yasumi moves into the clinch.
Bungradidoa has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Yasumi uses from the top position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bungradidoa pushes Yasumi off and scrambles back to his feet.
Yasumi takes the fight into the clinch.
Bungradidoa is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Bungradidoa decides to pull guard.
Bungradidoa pushes Yasumi off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Bungradidoa tries for a takedown but Yasumi circles away easily
and Yasumi counters with a flying knee. Nice.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Horrible takedown attempt by Bungradidoa or perhaps it was just good defense by Yasumi, which made it look bad.
Bungradidoa shoots in looking for a takedown. Yasumi tries to sprawl out of it but Bungradidoa keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Yasumi manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Bungradidoa has been working on his balance at Bonsai Club MMA, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Yasumi.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mophaf Bungradidoa. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Yasumi looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Bungradidoa pushes Yasumi off and gets back to his feet.
Yasumi has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Bungradidoa is landing a low percentage of strikes.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bungradidoa dives in for a single leg takedown but Yasumi sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
A countering left hand to the body from Yasumi misses.
Yasumi darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bungradidoa wants to get back to his feet.
Bungradidoa is staying active underneath Yasumi, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bungradidoa is trying to stand back up but Yasumi is controlling him
Bungradidoa tries to kick Yasumi off in order to stand up. Yasumi Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control.
Bungradidoa is not content to let Yasumi control the position.
Bungradidoa is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bungradidoa is working to avoid the ground and pound but Yasumi connects with a decent elbow.
Bungradidoa wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Bungradidoa takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Bungradidoa tries to escape but Yasumi is in control.
Yasumi tries to advance to mount but can't.
Bungradidoa pushes Yasumi away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Yasumi gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Yasumi is staying tight to Bungradidoa's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Bungradidoa tries to escape but Yasumi is in control.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Yasumi shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Yasumi stops Bungradidoa from standing up.
Yasumi controlling from the top position.
Bungradidoa is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Yasumi is controlling him.
Bungradidoa scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Yasumi shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Bungradidoa napping and manages to drive through into side control!
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 Mophaf Bungradidoa will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Yasumi shoots in and bounces Bungradidoa off the ropes to secure the takedown into guard.
Bungradidoa wants to get back to his feet but Yasumi is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Yasumi trying to control but Bungradidoa is working from the bottom.
Bungradidoa wants to get back to his feet but Yasumi is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yasumi trying to control the position from guard on top but Bungradidoa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mophaf Bungradidoa overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bungradidoa wants to get back to his feet but Yasumi is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Yasumi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bungradidoa wants to stand but Yasumi is controlling the position.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Yasumi throws a head kick that misses.
Bungradidoa feinted with a counter takedown.
Bungradidoa tries to score a power double leg takedown but Yasumi sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bungradidoa somewhat.
Bungradidoa closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Yasumi to the mat! Yasumi manages to get full guard.
Yasumi wriggles free and stands up.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Yasumi fails to land with a series of punches.
Bungradidoa changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Yasumi throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
It looks like Mophaf Bungradidoa has been cut.
Yasumi closes the distance and clinches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Yasumi with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Bungradidoa fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Bungradidoa successfully pulls guard.
Yasumi trying to control the position from guard on top but Bungradidoa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bungradidoa wants to stand up but Yasumi is controlling him.
Bungradidoa trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Yasumi accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Yasumi drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Yasumi trying to control the position from guard on top but Bungradidoa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bungradidoa is scooting his butt against the ropes and has managed to get back to his feet. Yasumi presses him back against the ropes, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Bungradidoa tries to pull guard but Yasumi holds him up against the ropes and eventually Bungradidoa drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mophaf Bungradidoa. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Yasumi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bungradidoa tries for a takedown but Yasumi sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Yasumi gets a takedown into half guard.
Yasumi postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Bungradidoa to stand up.
Yasumi closes the distance and pushes Bungradidoa back into the ropes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bungradidoa tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Yasumi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bungradidoa tries to pull guard but Yasumi holds him up against the ropes and eventually Bungradidoa drops back down to his feet.
Bungradidoa jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Yasumi walks away with a smile on his face. Bungradidoa gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katsuya Yasumi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mophaf Bungradidoa's cut.
That's time! Bungradidoa's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Yasumi clinches up against the ropes.
Bungradidoa tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Yasumi just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Yasumi gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Bungradidoa regains guard.
Yasumi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bungradidoa keeping moving, preventing Yasumi from controlling successfully.
Yasumi controlling from the top position.
Yasumi working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Bungradidoa pushes Yasumi off and scrambles back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yasumi bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Bungradidoa throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Katsuya Yasumi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Yasumi drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Bungradidoa wants to get back to his feet but Yasumi is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The fighters are working up against the ropes. Bungradidoa manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the ropes.
Bungradidoa jumps guard but Yasumi stands there with Bungradidoa around his waist. Bungradidoa gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Bungradidoa wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Bungradidoa pulls Yasumi into guard.
Bungradidoa is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Yasumi throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bungradidoa works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Bungradidoa is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Yasumi is controlling him.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Bungradidoa keeping moving, preventing Yasumi from controlling successfully.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Yasumi misses the jab.
Yasumi throws a head kick but Bungradidoa moves out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Yasumi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bungradidoa sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bungradidoa appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Yasumi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bungradidoa shoots in looking for a takedown. Yasumi tries to sprawl out of it but Bungradidoa keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Yasumi manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mophaf Bungradidoa. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Yasumi rushes Bungradidoa and presses him up against the ropes.
Bungradidoa tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Yasumi smiles and moves away.
Yasumi pushes Bungradidoa up against the ropes in a clinch.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Yasumi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Yasumi shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Bungradidoa has one foot on Yasumi's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Yasumi throws a sloppy head kick and Bungradidoa moves out of range easily.
Yasumi gets the takedown into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bungradidoa is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the ropes but Yasumi has just dragged him back down to the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Mophaf Bungradidoa did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Mophaf Bungradidoa's cut.
That's time! Bungradidoa's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Yasumi has Bungradidoa up against the ropes in a clinch.
Bungradidoa trying to control the position but instead, Yasumi has worked for underhooks and has pushed Bungradidoa into the ropes.
Bungradidoa tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Yasumi just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Yasumi breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A head kick misses from Yasumi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bungradidoa fails with a takedown attempt.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Yasumi decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Yasumi trying to control the action but Bungradidoa is working from the bottom.
Bungradidoa wants to get back to his feet.
Bungradidoa manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Yasumi keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the ropes.
Yasumi misses with a body punch.
Yasumi gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Bungradidoa regains guard.
Yasumi not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bungradidoa wants to stand and escape but Yasumi is having none of it.
Bungradidoa is scooting his butt against the ropes and has managed to get back to his feet. Yasumi presses him back against the ropes, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bungradidoa tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mophaf Bungradidoa. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bungradidoa tries to pull guard but Yasumi forces him back to his feet, against the ropes.
Yasumi breaks the clinch.
Yasumi changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Bungradidoa looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Yasumi trying to control the action but Bungradidoa is working from the bottom.
Bungradidoa pushes Yasumi away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Yasumi gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Yasumi taking a breather here.
Bungradidoa pushes Yasumi away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Yasumi gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Yasumi is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Bungradidoa will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Bungradidoa tries to escape but Yasumi is in control.
Yasumi controlling the position from side mount.
Bungradidoa tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Yasumi won't let Bungradidoa get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Bungradidoa avoids a series of strikes thrown by Yasumi.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bungradidoa is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Yasumi controlling from the full mount.
Bungradidoa is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Yasumi trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Bungradidoa wants to get back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Yasumi controlling his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katsuya Yasumi dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Mophaf Bungradidoa's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
Bungradidoa dives in for a single leg takedown but Yasumi sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Yasumi closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Bungradidoa to the mat! Bungradidoa manages to get full guard.
Yasumi stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Bungradidoa fails with the takedown.
Yasumi fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Bungradidoa to the ground. Yasumi is now in Bungradidoa's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yasumi in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Yasumi trying to control but Bungradidoa is working from the bottom.
Bungradidoa wants to get back to his feet but Yasumi is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bungradidoa has his feet on Yasumi's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Yasumi gets a clinch.
Yasumi wants the takedown. Bungradidoa is fighting it off but Yasumi persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Bungradidoa's guard against the ropes.
Bungradidoa wants to stand but Yasumi is controlling the position.
Bungradidoa keeping full guard, as Yasumi tries to pass.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Yasumi trying to control but Bungradidoa is working from the bottom.
Yasumi stops Bungradidoa from standing up.
Bungradidoa wriggles free and stands up.
Yasumi shoots in and gets a takedown into Bungradidoa's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Yasumi won't allow Bungradidoa to get back to his feet.
Yasumi trying to control but Bungradidoa is working from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Yasumi stands and steps away. Bungradidoa gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Yasumi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bungradidoa moves away.
Bungradidoa avoids the body shot from Yasumi.
Yasumi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Yasumi stuffs the takedown attempt from Bungradidoa. Bungradidoa gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mophaf Bungradidoa. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Yasumi pushes Bungradidoa up against the ropes in a clinch.
Mophaf Bungradidoa has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bungradidoa has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Yasumi uses from the top position.
Yasumi trying to control the position from guard on top but Bungradidoa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bungradidoa throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Bungradidoa working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Yasumi doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Yasumi manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Bungradidoa throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Yasumi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bungradidoa throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bungradidoa had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Yasumi defends it easily.
Yasumi not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Katsuya Yasumi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Yasumi has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Shirou Masuda scores the fight for Katsuya Yasumi!
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight for Katsuya Yasumi!
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight for Katsuya Yasumi!
Katsuya Yasumi wins by unanimous decision!
Katsuya Yasumi made sure to mention his sponsor, Sun-Tzu in his post fight interview.
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