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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Ben Hogan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Nils Holgersson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Holgersson has chosen Theme as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the lightweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
16 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Ben Hogan!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
19 - 13 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Nils Holgersson!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and .
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Holgersson walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Hogan checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Holgersson lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Hogan misses with a wild body shot.
Holgersson shoots in and drives through. Hogan sprawls well.
Hogan lands a jab to the nose.
Hogan attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Hogan lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Holgersson has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Holgersson and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Hogan swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Holgersson.
Hogan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Holgersson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ben Hogan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Holgersson fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holgersson misses with a jab to the body
and Hogan counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Holgersson thinking.
Holgersson staying out of range there.
Holgersson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Hogan. Hogan obviously looking to wear him down.
Hogan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Holgersson moves away.
Holgersson with the counter takedown but Hogan avoids it easily.
Hogan lands with a straight right. Holgersson didn't see that one coming.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Holgersson scores with a takedown into Hogan's guard.
Hogan has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Holgersson off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Ben Hogan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hogan lands with a thumping leg kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Hogan lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Holgersson has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Holgersson and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Holgersson fails with a takedown attempt.
Ben Hogan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nils Holgersson.
Holgersson misses with a hook.
Hogan lands a really nice looking cross but Holgersson seems unphased.
Holgersson will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Holgersson shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Holgersson showed some decent athleticism there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hogan pushes Holgersson off looking to stand but Holgersson dives back in and keeps control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Holgersson has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Hogan tries to hold on but Holgersson pushes him away.
Holgersson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hogan's coaches at Cozad MMA LA Elite have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Hogan tries to hold on but Holgersson pushes him away.
Hogan is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Holgersson working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Hogan is trying to escape the mount.
Holgersson scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Hogan?
Hogan tries to lock up and control but Holgersson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Holgersson looking to ground and pound but Hogan is blocking nicely.
Hogan is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hogan taking shots to the head.
Holgersson raining down shots from the mount!
Holgersson has control of Hogan's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Hogan regains control of the situation pretty easily.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Holgersson cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Holgersson with shots to the head and body - Hogan looks very uncomfortable down there.
Holgersson sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Holgersson looking to control but Hogan is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Holgersson controlling his opponent.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
It looks like Holgersson might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Holgersson throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Holgersson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Holgersson working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Holgersson looking to ground and pound but Hogan is blocking nicely.
Holgersson trying to control but Hogan is having none of it.
Hogan tries to lock up and control but Holgersson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hogan is squirming around, avoiding Holgersson's attempts to control the action.
Hogan tries to hold on but Holgersson postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nils Holgersson 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.
Hogan checks the leg kick nicely there.
Holgersson wants to clinch.
Holgersson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hogan sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Holgersson somewhat.
Hogan lands a nice shot to the body.
Holgersson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hogan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hogan connects with a jab.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Holgersson.
Hogan tried to score with a low kick but Holgersson checks it.
Hogan connects with a right hand. Holgersson shakes it off.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Holgersson checks a low kick from Hogan.
Hogan scores with a shot to the body.
Hogan lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Holgersson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Ben Hogan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nils Holgersson.
A low kick from Holgersson is predictable there
and Hogan counters with a straight right hand.
Holgersson throws a wild body kick that Hogan sees coming a mile off.
Hogan misses with a low kick.
Hogan does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Holgersson tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A shot to the liver by Hogan. Beautiful body shot.
Holgersson misses with a low kick.
A little feinted left hand from Hogan on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Hogan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Holgersson misses with an attempted mid kick.
Holgersson looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Holgersson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hogan fires out a quick counter leg kick but Holgersson just manages to avoid it.
Holgersson throws a wild body kick that Hogan sees coming a mile off.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hogan connects with a solid leg kick.
Holgersson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hogan.
Hogan blocks a head kick by Holgersson.
Hogan throws a jab when Holgersson was well out of range.
Hogan moves into range and connects with a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hogan misses with an uppercut.
Holgersson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Hogan throws a big shot that misses.
Hogan connects with the punch.
A jab from Hogan misses.
Holgersson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hogan sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Holgersson somewhat.
Holgersson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A telegraphed right hand from Hogan misses the target.
Holgersson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Hogan as he jumps to the side.
Holgersson shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Hogan pinned against the cage. Hogan gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Holgersson drops his hands momentarily and Hogan takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Hogan throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Good work by Holgersson as he checks the leg kick.
Hogan slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Hogan fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Holgersson has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Holgersson throws a sloppy head kick and Hogan moves out of range easily.
Hogan throws a lazy right hand but Holgersson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Holgersson is defended easily by Hogan.
Holgersson moves out of range of the strikes.
Hogan stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Hogan wants it to stay on the feet.
A chopping leg kick lands by Hogan.
Holgersson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hogan as he avoids it easily.
Hogan lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Hogan misses with an uppercut. Holgersson saw that one coming.
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!
Holgersson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Hogan is fending him off so far but Holgersson persists. Nope, Hogan circles away and we're back to standing.
Holgersson slips under a jab.
Holgersson follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Hogan lands a really nice looking cross but Holgersson seems unphased.
Holgersson shoots in looking for a takedown but Hogan manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Holgersson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Holgersson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Holgersson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ben Hogan dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Hogan waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Holgersson.
Hogan lands a nice shot that snaps Holgersson's head back.
A slow jab from Hogan misses its intended target.
Holgersson shoots in for a takedown but Hogan shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hogan.
A cross from Hogan lands.
A low kick from Hogan misses
and Holgersson counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Hogan wants to stand but Holgersson is controlling the position.
Holgersson with a nice head shot there.
Hogan has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Holgersson off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Holgersson lands a right hook to the body.
Ben Hogan is winning the standup battle so far.
Hogan throws a chopping leg kick but Holgersson manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Holgersson with a poor takedown
and Hogan counters with a nice uppercut.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hogan bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Holgersson's head.
Holgersson has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Holgersson there as he acknowledges the shot.
A slow jab from Hogan misses its intended target.
Holgersson throws a head kick that Hogan semi-blocks.
Nice takedown defense from Hogan. No joy for Holgersson on that attempt.
Ben Hogan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nils Holgersson.
Holgersson misses with a kick to the body.
Good leg kick by Hogan there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Hogan cracks Holgersson with a good jab.
Holgersson fails with a takedown attempt.
Good leg kick by Holgersson there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Holgersson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hogan throws out the jab.
Hogan misses with a combination
and Holgersson counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Hogan!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
An elbow from Holgersson crashes against the mat.
Holgersson trying to control the position but Hogan is working away.
Holgersson throws an elbow but Hogan slips to the side and avoids it well.
Hogan pushes Holgersson away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Holgersson gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Holgersson sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Hogan is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
You can see the frustration on Hogan's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hogan is trying to get back to half guard.
Holgersson is looking to take a break and control but Hogan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Holgersson throws a strike aimed at the side of Hogan's head but Hogan avoids it well.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Holgersson controlling from side mount.
Hogan struggling a bit here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hogan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Holgersson can do to turn this around?
Holgersson trying to control the action but Hogan is working from the bottom.
Holgersson misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Holgersson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hogan keeps working.
Hogan parries the strikes from Holgersson easily there. Holgersson is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Hogan to escape.
Holgersson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hogan keeps working.
Hogan is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Holgersson asserts his dominance and retains side control.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Holgersson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Hogan finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Holgersson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hogan can pounce on him.
Holgersson fails with a takedown attempt.
Hogan misses with a leg kick
and Holgersson counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Holgersson prevents Hogan from improving his position.
Hogan manages to escape and get back to his feet!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ben Hogan clearly takes that round.
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.
Hogan shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Hogan sets himself, and Holgersson steps forward looking for the clinch! Hogan avoids it this time.
Hogan throws a leg kick but Holgersson moved away.
Holgersson looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Holgersson ducks under a wild hook from Hogan.
Holgersson plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Holgersson dives in and scores a takedown into Hogan's guard.
Holgersson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Hogan pulls Holgersson in close to prevent any damage.
Holgersson stays in close to Hogan's body and controls the position.
Holgersson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holgersson stops Hogan from standing up.
Hogan keeping moving, preventing Holgersson from controlling successfully.
Holgersson throwing strikes but missing.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Holgersson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hogan works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hogan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Holgersson manages to get himself to full guard.
Holgersson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hogan is aware though and is defending well.
Hogan seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Holgersson 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.
Holgersson is trying to keep Hogan in close.
Holgersson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hogan is one step ahead there.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hogan showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Holgersson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Holgersson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Hogan controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hogan swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Holgersson.
A bone on bone clash there as Hogan blocks the leg kick.
Holgersson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hogan swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Holgersson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Hogan moves out of range as Holgersson throws a body kick.
Holgersson misses with a takedown attempt - Hogan sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Hogan scores with a nice strike.
Holgersson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hogan.
Hogan misses with a straight right.
Holgersson is trying hard to land a takedown here. Hogan sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Hogan half committed to a counter leg kick.
Jab, jab by Hogan - just one landing.
Hogan loads up on a big right hand but Holgersson slips the punch.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A slow jab from Hogan misses its intended target.
Holgersson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hogan half committed to a counter leg kick.
Ben Hogan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nils Holgersson.
Hogan lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Hogan loads up on a big right hand but Holgersson slips the punch.
Holgersson is looking to clinch but Hogan is avoiding it.
Hogan lands a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hogan swings away with a leg kick that misses.
And Holgersson tries to counter it with a takedown but Hogan pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Holgersson's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Hogan connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Holgersson scrambles back to his feet.
A bone on bone clash there as Holgersson blocks the leg kick.
Hogan does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hogan lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Holgersson throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Hogan tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Holgersson is in Hogan's guard.
Hogan has his feet on Holgersson's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ben Hogan had his way with Nils Holgersson in that round.
That's time! Hogan's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
Holgersson ducks under a wild hook from Hogan.
Hogan moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Hogan throws a leg kick but Holgersson sees it coming and moves out of range.
Hogan takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Holgersson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hogan defends well and Holgersson ends up having to push Hogan into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Holgersson misses the shot to the body.
Holgersson bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Hogan sneaks out the side door and pushes Holgersson away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Holgersson throws a leg kick but Hogan moved away.
Holgersson walks into a left hand.
Hogan lands a nice looking body shot.
Holgersson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Hogan looks to score with a jab to the body but Holgersson is just out of range.
Holgersson is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Holgersson changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Hogan looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
That's one minute gone in the round.
An elbow from Holgersson crashes against the mat.
Holgersson landing a few strikes.
Hogan throws Holgersson to one side and escapes!
Holgersson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Holgersson shoots in but Hogan avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Hogan throws a lazy right hand but Holgersson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hogan throws a big shot that misses.
Hogan throws a jab but it's blocked by Holgersson.
Holgersson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hogan tries to avoid it but Holgersson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hogan to the ground. Hogan escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ben Hogan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nils Holgersson.
Holgersson has his takedown stuffed
and Hogan counters with a slapping leg kick.
Holgersson is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Hogan connects with a leg kick. Holgersson looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Holgersson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Hogan scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Holgersson throws a leg kick
and Hogan counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Holgersson thinking.
A big right from Hogan misses.
Holgersson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hogan.
Nice takedown defense from Hogan. No joy for Holgersson on that attempt.
A nice leg kick lands there from Holgersson.
A bone on bone clash there as Holgersson blocks the leg kick.
Hogan checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Hogan chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Holgersson shoots in looking for a takedown. Hogan tries to sprawl out of it but Holgersson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hogan manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hogan connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Hogan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Holgersson tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Hogan with a jab.
Hogan misses with a leg kick.
Holgersson feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Hogan's calf.
Nils Holgersson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Holgersson attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Hogan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hogan throws a hook but Holgersson avoids it easily.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hogan.
Decent striking displayed by Hogan there.
Holgersson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hogan throws out the jab.
Holgersson misses with a low kick.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hogan does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Holgersson with the counter takedown but Hogan avoids it easily.
Hogan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
That kick from Hogan tenderised Holgersson's leg. Holgersson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Hogan scores with a nice right hand.
A slow jab from Hogan misses its intended target.
Holgersson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hogan.
That kick from Holgersson tenderised Hogan's leg. Hogan is trying to keep his angry face on.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Holgersson slips under a jab.
Holgersson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hogan throws out the jab.
Holgersson drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Hogan defends it well.
Holgersson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A telegraphed right hand from Hogan misses the target.
Holgersson is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Hogan connects with an inside leg kick.
Hogan digs a good body shot into Holgersson's ribs.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ben Hogan showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Hogan 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 49:45
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 49:46
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ben Hogan!
Ben Hogan retains his lightweight title!
A very excited looking Ben Hogan made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
The defeated Nils Holgersson had this to say: 'Fyfan!'.
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