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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Donnie Bradshaw (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Fernando Gonzalez (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!
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219 cm
18
278 lbs
2 - 3 - 0 |
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186 cm
18
274 lbs
0 - 0 - 0 |
BJJ Blue Belt
Counter fighter
Cuts easily |
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BJJ Blue Belt
Counter fighter
Can Moonwalk |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division. Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner. With a record of
2 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Donnie Bradshaw! And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Fernando Gonzalez! The judges for this bout are Yuuki Gou, Kenichi Hosakawa and Shigeki Fujiwara.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Bradshaw throws a head kick but Gonzalez moves out of range.
Gonzalez is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Gonzalez is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Bradshaw's half guard. Bradshaw manages to escape and get back to his feet! Gonzalez throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Bradshaw tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Gonzalez is in Bradshaw's guard. Bradshaw looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Gonzalez drops back looking for a leg! Bradshaw is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Bradshaw manages to kick Gonzalez off! Gonzalez jumps back into Bradshaw's guard. Gonzalez looking to pass the guard. Gonzalez trying to control the position from guard on top but Bradshaw is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Bradshaw had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gonzalez defends it easily. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's one minute gone in the round. Bradshaw had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gonzalez defends it easily. Gonzalez avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Gonzalez trying to control but Bradshaw is working from the bottom. Gonzalez preventing the sweep. Bradshaw is looking for a triangle but Gonzalez pushes his legs off easily.
Bradshaw tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's two 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. Gonzalez trying to control the position from guard on top but Bradshaw is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Gonzalez should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete. Gonzalez is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Gonzalez stopping the sweep attempt from Bradshaw. Gonzalez trying to control but Bradshaw is working from the bottom. Bradshaw throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Gonzalez dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Gonzalez forces Bradshaw back against the cage and clinches.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Gonzalez gets a trip takedown into half guard. Bradshaw wants to improve his position but Gonzalez is controlling well.
Gonzalez is keen to just control but Bradshaw is a slippery customer. Gonzalez stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Bradshaw to get to his feet. Gonzalez shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Bradshaw is breathing heavily. Gonzalez works over Bradshaw with some ground and pound from guard. Bradshaw will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Bradshaw looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Gonzalez engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Bradshaw thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Gonzalez trying to control the position from guard on top but Bradshaw is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Gonzalez stands up from Bradshaw's guard - Gonzalez perhaps looking for a knockout. Gonzalez closes the distance and clinches. Gonzalez has Bradshaw pressed against the cage, preventing Bradshaw from circling away and getting back to striking at range. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Bradshaw tries to pull guard but Gonzalez won't allow it.
Bradshaw fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Gonzalez tightens his grip and picks Bradshaw up, before dumping him to the ground. Bradshaw manages to land in guard. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Gonzalez is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Fernando Gonzalez dominated that round. That's time! Bradshaw's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Gonzalez shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Gonzalez is thwarting Bradshaw's attempts to control the position. Bradshaw is controlling Gonzalez's position as best he can from this difficult position. Gonzalez is trying to control the action in half guard but Bradshaw is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Gonzalez tries to pass to full mount but Bradshaw defends it. 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. Gonzalez connects with a nice short shot to Bradshaw's temple. Gonzalez prevents Bradshaw from improving his position.
That's one minute gone in the round. Gonzalez seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bradshaw does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. It looks like Gonzalez is going to stand back up.
Bradshaw wants to improve his position but Gonzalez is controlling well.
Bradshaw strikes from the bottom but Gonzalez uses the opportunity to move to side control.
Gonzalez is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Bradshaw knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Bradshaw is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Gonzalez stands up and we're back to a striking position.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Gonzalez changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Bradshaw looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Bradshaw explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! Gonzalez drives through with a takedown into Bradshaw's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Gonzalez trying to control but Bradshaw is working from the bottom. Fernando Gonzalez has got the better of the ground game so far. Gonzalez preventing the sweep. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Bradshaw keeping moving, preventing Gonzalez from controlling successfully. Bradshaw not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Gonzalez has eaten all the pies!
That's three minutes gone in the round. Bradshaw can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Gonzalez controls the pace. Bradshaw is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Gonzalez has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bradshaw is working away from the top position though. Gonzalez gets full guard. Gonzalez looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Gonzalez utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Gonzalez bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bradshaw's guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Gonzalez drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Gonzalez jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Bradshaw looking for a sweep. Not yet Bradshaw, not yet. Gonzalez is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Gonzalez trying to control but Bradshaw is working from the bottom. Gonzalez has been the more effective fighter overall so far. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Gonzalez has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Bradshaw is proving hard to escape from. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Fernando Gonzalez will probably get the nod - 10:9. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. And we move into the final round!
A head kick misses from Gonzalez. Gonzalez throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Bradshaw tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Gonzalez is in Bradshaw's guard. Gonzalez missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Bradshaw is trying to keep Gonzalez in close.
Bradshaw looking for subs off his back but Gonzalez has passed one foot through into half guard.
Gonzalez trying to mount his opponent but Bradshaw defends it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Gonzalez tries to stand but can't do so whilst Bradshaw controls his leg.
That's one minute gone in the round. Gonzalez looks to score some points with some ground and pound. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Bradshaw is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gonzalez pulls his head out easily. Gonzalez is trying to control the action in half guard but Bradshaw is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Gonzalez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. Bradshaw wants to improve his position but Gonzalez is controlling well.
Bradshaw missing with punches from the bottom.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. Bradshaw is not content to let Gonzalez control the position. Gonzalez takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round. The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Bradshaw is looking for a sweep. Gonzalez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Gonzalez trying to control from half guard but Bradshaw is working away.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Gonzalez shoots in and bounces Bradshaw off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Bradshaw keeping full guard, as Gonzalez tries to pass. Gonzalez gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. Sloppy strikes from Bradshaw. Those never looked like landing.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Bradshaw throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Gonzalez's head. Gonzalez manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Bradshaw on his heels. He'll look to pass Bradshaw's guard now, I'm sure. Bradshaw wants to stand but Gonzalez is controlling the position. Gonzalez tries to free his leg and advance position but Bradshaw is retaining full guard. Gonzalez is still trying to improve position. Gonzalez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Gonzalez stops Bradshaw from standing up. Gonzalez distracts Bradshaw with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Gonzalez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Gonzalez manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Bradshaw on his heels. He'll look to pass Bradshaw's guard now, I'm sure. Bradshaw is looking to stand up but Gonzalez isn't so interested in that idea. Fernando Gonzalez is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Gonzalez wants to control from the top but Bradshaw keeps moving. Bradshaw wants to sweep but no luck. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Gonzalez wants to control from the top but Bradshaw keeps moving. Donnie Bradshaw has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Gonzalez postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
And that's the end of the fight! Fernando Gonzalez comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Gonzalez 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 27:30 Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 27:30 Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Fernando Gonzalez!
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energy
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hype
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pop
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mgr
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FIGHT
RATING
33% |
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