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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Pekka Kindmark (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Lenny Lukens Jr (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). I'm sure you'll be fascinated to know that I was talking to some pointless Z list celebrity before the fight and he thought that Lenny Lukens Jr was going to win. Let's see if he was right.
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185 lbs
12 - 7 - 0 |
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168 lbs
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Good wrestling
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the welterweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
12 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Pekka Kindmark!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 9 - 0, fighting out of New York, Lenny Lukens Jr!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Ian Loll and Dillan Fox.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lukens Jr drives through and clinches with Kindmark against the cage.
Lukens Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kindmark lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Lukens Jr wants to get back to full guard.
Kindmark has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Lukens Jr wants to get back to full guard but Kindmark has mounted him!
Kindmark tries to stand up but he's trapped just for the moment.
Kindmark 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.
Lukens Jr tries to reverse the position but Kindmark maintains control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lukens Jr is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kindmark avoids the attempt from Lukens Jr to control.
Lukens Jr keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Lukens Jr tries to hold on but Kindmark postures up.
Lukens Jr tries to improve his position but instead Kindmark has taken his back!
Lukens Jr tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Lukens Jr is in all sorts of trouble here.
That's two 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.
Kindmark tries to stand up but he's trapped just for the moment.
Lukens Jr really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Kindmark is trying to stand up but he's being controlled by his opponent.
Lukens Jr is trying desperately to improve position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lukens Jr wants to hold on but Kindmark pushes him away.
Kindmark is trying to stand up but he's being controlled by his opponent.
Lukens Jr is looking to improve his position but Kindmark isn't that keen on the idea.
Kindmark is trying to stand up but he's being controlled by his opponent.
Lukens Jr wants to hold on but Kindmark pushes him away.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Lukens Jr tries to reverse the position but Kindmark maintains control.
Lukens Jr gets back to half guard.
Lukens Jr wants to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lukens Jr manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lukens Jr looking for a sweep. Not yet Lukens Jr, not yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lukens Jr controls Kindmark momentarily but Kindmark frees himself.
Lukens Jr wants to sweep but no luck.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pekka Kindmark dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
Lukens Jr pushes Kindmark up against the cage in a clinch.
Lukens Jr tries a body shot but Kindmark blocks it.
Kindmark is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lukens Jr can do to turn this around?
Kindmark blocks a body shot from Lukens Jr.
Lukens Jr trying to control the position but instead, Kindmark has worked for underhooks and has pushed Lukens Jr into the cage.
Kindmark has clasped his hands together around Lukens Jr's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Lukens Jr is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lukens Jr keeps trying to improve his position.
Kindmark wants to stand but Lukens Jr has his arm trapped.
Lukens Jr tries to buck Kindmark off but Kindmark is having none of it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kindmark decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Lukens Jr drives through and clinches with Kindmark against the cage.
Lukens Jr gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Lukens Jr wants to work for an arm triangle but Kindmark is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kindmark keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Lukens Jr is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kindmark is just riding it out for now. Lukens Jr eventually gives up the hold.
Lukens Jr is working for a submission of some sort.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lukens Jr lands with a punch from half guard.
Lukens Jr is looking for a kimura but Kindmark is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lukens Jr to get the leverage.
Lukens Jr is looking for a kimura but Kindmark is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lukens Jr to get the leverage.
Kindmark is defending against the submission attempts here by Lukens Jr.
Lukens Jr is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lukens Jr thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kindmark wants to get back to his feet.
Lukens Jr is working for a submission of some sort.
Lukens Jr is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kindmark is trying to stand.
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.
Lukens Jr wants to work for an arm triangle but Kindmark is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Lukens Jr looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lukens Jr is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kindmark doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lukens Jr.
Kindmark avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lukens Jr.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lukens Jr is trying to control. Kindmark wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lukens Jr clinches up with Kindmark and pushes him back against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lenny Lukens Jr showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Lukens Jr clinches.
Lukens Jr tries to work over Kindmark's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lukens Jr leaning against his opponent.
Kindmark works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Lukens Jr looking for a guillotine here but Kindmark defends easily.
Kindmark has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Lukens Jr is trying to keep Kindmark in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kindmark tries to stand but Lukens Jr is controlling from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kindmark got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lukens Jr has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kindmark has managed to get both his arms back between Lukens Jr's legs - danger averted.
Kindmark wants to stand but Lukens Jr has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Kindmark won't allow Lukens Jr to sweep him here.
Lukens Jr is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Lukens Jr controls Kindmark momentarily but Kindmark frees himself.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Lukens Jr rushes Kindmark and presses him up against the cage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Kindmark gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Lukens Jr regains guard.
Kindmark preventing the sweep.
Lukens Jr is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kindmark defends well.
Kindmark avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kindmark has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Lukens Jr is proving hard to escape from.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lukens Jr wants to sweep here but Kindmark controlling him for the moment.
Lukens Jr trying to control the position.
Lukens Jr looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lukens Jr has his foot on Kindmark's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kindmark works his way back into a safe position though.
Kindmark is looking to stand up but Lukens Jr won't let him.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Lukens Jr has closed the distance and engaged Kindmark in a clinch.
Lukens Jr misses with the head strike.
Lukens Jr stalling against the cage.
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.
Kindmark wants the takedown. Lukens Jr is fighting it off but Kindmark persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Lukens Jr's guard against the cage.
Lukens Jr controls Kindmark momentarily but Kindmark frees himself.
Lukens Jr has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kindmark can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Lukens Jr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lukens Jr is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kindmark defends well.
Lukens Jr throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Pekka Kindmark did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's time! Back to the action!
Lukens Jr has taken the fight to the clinch.
Kindmark turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Kindmark tries to stand but Lukens Jr is controlling his head.
Lukens Jr tries to get back to half guard but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kindmark tries to stand but Lukens Jr is controlling his head.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lukens Jr is looking to reverse the position.
Kindmark tries to stand but Lukens Jr is controlling his head.
Lukens Jr is trying to control Kindmark's posture but Kindmark avoids it.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Lukens Jr is trying to get back to half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
A control attempt from Lukens Jr but he's now mounted!
Lukens Jr is desperately trying to improve his position but Kindmark has a good base and remains in mount.
Lukens Jr tries to lock up and control but Kindmark gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Kindmark manages to capitalize on a mistake by Lukens Jr to take his back!
Lukens Jr tries to escape the position.
Lukens Jr turns into Kindmark and is now in his guard.
Lukens Jr slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Kindmark dodges the ground and pound from Lukens Jr.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lukens Jr goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Kindmark has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Lukens Jr but great work by Kindmark.
Kindmark tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Lukens Jr tries to buck Kindmark off but Kindmark is having none of it.
Kindmark tries to stand but Lukens Jr is controlling his head.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lukens Jr manages to work his way to half guard, despite Kindmark's best efforts.
Lukens Jr looking for a kimura from the bottom but Kindmark passes into side control!
Kindmark tries to stand but Lukens Jr is controlling his head.
Lukens Jr tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Kindmark wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Pekka Kindmark overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lukens Jr can't do much from the bottom here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pekka Kindmark had his way with Lenny Lukens Jr in that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
Lukens Jr clinches.
Lukens Jr working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kindmark managing to block the knees to the body from Lukens Jr.
Lukens Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Kindmark controls the action.
Kindmark avoiding damage as Lukens Jr throws knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lukens Jr has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Kindmark clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Kindmark is trying escape back to his feet. He turns into his opponent's guard and eventually finds his way back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lukens Jr clinches up against the cage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lukens Jr is fighting off a takedown attempt but Kindmark is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Lukens Jr to the mat. Lukens Jr regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Lukens Jr looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lukens Jr is looking for a triangle but Kindmark pushes his legs off easily.
Lukens Jr 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.
Lukens Jr working a defensive guard here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lukens Jr lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Lukens Jr is looking to work some ground and pound but Kindmark has wrist control.
Lukens Jr drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Kindmark manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Lukens Jr has Kindmark in his guard.
Lukens Jr working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kindmark doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kindmark manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lukens Jr is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Lukens Jr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kindmark is one step ahead there.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lukens Jr working for a triangle but Kindmark defends it easily.
Kindmark got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lukens Jr has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kindmark has managed to get both his arms back between Lukens Jr's legs - danger averted.
Lenny Lukens Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lukens Jr wants to sweep but no luck.
Lukens Jr is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kindmark defends well.
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.
Kindmark postures up.
Kindmark tries to stand but Lukens Jr is controlling from the bottom.
Lukens Jr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kindmark is one step ahead there.
Kindmark trying to stand up but can't free himself from Lukens Jr's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lukens Jr looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Pekka Kindmark.
I think Kindmark 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 Gregory Folan scores the fight 49:46
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 49:46
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 49:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pekka Kindmark!
Pekka Kindmark is the new welterweight champion!
A very excited looking Pekka Kindmark 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.
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energy
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hype
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RATING
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